Treatment of Common Voice Disorders in the Adult Population
Hours: 1.00
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) treat a variety of voice disorders in adults of all ages. SLPs have the knowledge and training to determine which evidence-based or best practice intervention is most appropriate to treat disorders due to structural, neurogenic, and functional impairments. This course presents best practices in voice disorder interventions. A series of case studies models how to determine the most appropriate intervention, how to assess progress, when and how to modify an intervention, and how to document to ensure reimbursement. This course will focus on intervention; other courses review best practices in evaluation.
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) treat a variety of voice disorders in adults of all ages. SLPs have the knowledge and training to determine which evidence-based or best practice intervention is most appropriate to treat disorders due to structural, neurogenic, and functional impairments. This course presents best practices in voice disorder interventions. A series of case studies models how to determine the most appropriate intervention, how to assess progress, when and how to modify an intervention, and how to document to ensure reimbursement. This course will focus on intervention; other courses review best practices in evaluation.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Intermediate Level
0.10 ASHA CEUs
Kansas Health Department of Aging and Disability Services (Speech)
Approved for 1.0000 continuing education clock hours for Kansas Speech Pathologists and Audiologists by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-S1057. This activity is approved for 1.0000 contact hours.
Determine the most appropriate interventions for organic and functional voice conditions based on clinical presentation.
Recognize when referral to other healthcare professionals is warranted.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Voice Disorders
Why It Matters
Classification of Voice Disorders
Common Symptoms of Voice Disorders
Review
Summary
Section 3: Treatment Overview and Considerations
Treatment Approaches
Clinical Equipment
Collaboration with Other Professionals
Service Delivery Considerations
Treatment Frequency, Intensity, and Duration
Special Populations
Case Study: Mary
Review
Summary
Section 4: Physiologic Voice Therapy
Purpose
Treatments for Laryngeal Tension or Laryngeal Spasm
Treatments to Increase Vocal Volume
Treatments to Coordinate Breathing with Phonation
Case Study: John
Review
Summary
Section 5: Symptomatic Voice Therapy
Purpose
Interventions to Increase Vocal Volume
Treatments to Reduce Muscle Tension with Phonation
Treatments to Reduce Vocal Effort
Treatment to Reduce Hard Glottal Attack
Treatment to Improve True Vocal Fold Vibration
Case Study: Chloe (continued)
Case Study: John (continued)
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Norma Jo Majerus, MS/CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 25 years of experience in various post-acute care settings. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Iowa and her Master of Science degree in special education and communication disorders from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. She worked with adult clients with a variety of diagnostic conditions in long-term care, outpatient, and home health settings. In her previous role as a clinical practice specialist for Aegis Therapies, she created training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology related to the clinical rehabilitation needs of the older adult in post-acute care. She provided mentorship and strategies for implementation of clinical programs and initiatives. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and is licensed in both Iowa and Nebraska as a speech-language pathologist. Disclosure: Norma Jo Majerus, M.S., CCC-SLP discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as Collecting Speakers Fees All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Staff Writer: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP
Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience. She obtained her bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology from The University of Alabama. She worked with clients of all ages and a variety of diagnostic conditions in school, hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient clinic, and home health settings. In her previous role as a national clinical director for a large contract therapy company, she created training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology related to the clinical rehabilitation needs of older adults in post-acute care. She currently draws upon her expertise in her role at Relias as Lead Subject Matter Expert Writer for Speech-Language Pathology. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Disclosure: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Speech and Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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