Hyperkinetic Intervention. Flashcards
1
Q
What does the primary treatment approach for hyperkinetic dysarthria involve?
A
Pharmacological intervention
SLT shows limited efficacy
2
Q
What is there evidence to suggest?
A
biofeedback techniques and prosthetic devices may be of value
3
Q
What should the SLT role be?
A
Functional / communication-orientated strategies
4
Q
Name some communication orientated strategies.
A
Maintaining eye contact. Repeat utterance if been interfered with by an abnormal movement Introduce topic Sensory tricks/ Postural adjustments Possible rate reduction
5
Q
Prosthetic intervention
A
Bite Block to allow independent tongue and lip movement
6
Q
Instrumental intervention
A
EMG feedback.
