The Benefits Of Speech Therapy

It’s easy to assume speech therapy is only used to help developing children conquer their speaking problems. However, the job of our speech pathologists at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions goes far beyond this. Through the use of in-home speech therapy our staff helps people of all ages overcome communication problems. Whether it be by improving oral or written skills, our team will help with relationship-building, brain development, and improving your overall quality of life. By sharing a few of the benefits speech therapy can bring, we hope to have you consider our services should the need for this therapy come into your life.     

Improving Or Restoring Cognitive Ability

Certain disorders, such as cerebral palsy or autism, hinder the development of your cognitive function, leading to communication issues. Medical conditions, such as a stroke or multiple sclerosis, can damage what was once a healthy cognitive function, also causing problems. In-home speech therapy can be used to help with both of these scenarios. Our speech pathologists make a full assessment of your condition and create a specialized strategy to improve or restore cognitive ability. 

Increasing Confidence

Speech issues can be a real hit to one’s self-esteem. The low self-esteem and potential fear of public opinion as a result of your speech pattern can be anxiety-inducing and may end up making the issue more pronounced. By choosing us to provide in-home speech therapy on Long Island, we’ll work diligently to correct the issue present, restoring your confidence and giving you an easy means of communication!   

Reducing A Stutter

Stuttering is a common speech issue people deal with, as millions of people are affected by this problem. However, by working with our talented team at Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions, your stutter can be progressively worked on and potentially eliminated. To help speak fluently without stoppage, our speech-language pathologists may recommend:

• Taking deep breaths before speaking.
• Attempting to find a rhythm when talking. 
• Talking slowly.
• Avoiding words that may trigger a stutter.
• Visualizing what you will say before saying it. 

Correcting Swallowing Problems

One final benefit of choosing in-home speech therapy on Long Island will bring that we’d like to mention is that our team can help patients dealing with swallowing problems. Swallowing disorders, or dysphagia, are typically caused by conditions such as strokes, multiple sclerosis, and Alzheimer’s. To help correct these problems, our team may educate patients on some of the following:

• Swallowing maneuvers.
• Head position techniques.
• Biting techniques. 
• Beneficial modifications to food and drinks.  
• Exercises to help with the coordination and strengthening of jaw, lips, cheeks, and tongue muscles.
  

Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions

At Home Advantage Rehabilitation Solutions (HARS), our team is committed to helping each of our patients overcome the issues present in their lives. Through the use of in-home speech therapy, our speech-language pathologists will work through and eliminate your speech problems. To learn more about our services and how speech therapy can be used to your benefit, contact us today!