• Adults​ ​With​ ​Muscular Dystrophy

  The Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Supporting People with Muscular Dystrophy

  Posted by MD forums Moderator on April 2, 2019 at 9:09 am

  

  Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) or speech-language therapists (SLTs) do much more than help people with speech problems such as stuttering or mispronouncing words. For children and adults with neuromuscular disorders like spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), muscular dystrophy (MD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), SLPs can provide a vital service helping patients with speech, chewing and swallowing, and using technology and other equipment to improve quality of life.

  Click here to learn more about the vital role these professionals play in supporting people with neuromuscular disorders.

  Have you ever worked with a speech-language pathologist or therapist? How did they help you?

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