Question

Describe two (2) treatment recommendations that a speech-language pathologist could make to appropriately address the communication needs of a patient with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (in the early or late stages of ALS).

Answer 1

Treatment recommendations by Speech-Language Pathologist in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

The speech-language pathologist can teach patient about the word phrasing to conserve energy. The tongue strengthening exercise along exercise of diaphragm can be performed to improve the projection of voice.

The speech-language pathologist can also utilize blink controlled voice synthesizer and computer assisted devices to improve information coordination.