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Harnessing Teletherapy for Improved Speech-Language Outcomes in Children

Harnessing Teletherapy for Improved Speech-Language Outcomes in Children

Teletherapy has emerged as a powerful tool in the realm of speech-language pathology, particularly for conditions like Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). The recent study, "Investigating the utility of teletherapy in individuals with primary progressive aphasia," offers compelling evidence supporting the efficacy of teletherapy as a viable alternative to traditional in-person treatment. For practitioners working with children, the implications of this research are significant, especially in terms of accessibility and treatment outcomes.

Key Findings from the Study

The study employed a non-randomized group comparison design to evaluate the feasibility and utility of teletherapy for individuals with PPA. Two treatment protocols were administered: lexical retrieval treatment for semantic and logopenic PPA, and video-implemented script training for nonfluent/agrammatic PPA. The outcomes were assessed through standardized tests at multiple intervals: pre-treatment, post-treatment, and at 3, 6, and 12 months post-treatment.

Implications for Practitioners

For practitioners focused on improving speech-language outcomes in children, this study offers several actionable insights:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides robust evidence supporting the use of teletherapy, further research is needed to explore its efficacy across different age groups and speech-language disorders. Practitioners are encouraged to contribute to this growing body of research by documenting and sharing their clinical experiences and outcomes.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Investigating the utility of teletherapy in individuals with primary progressive aphasia.


Citation: Dial, H. R., Hinshelwood, H. A., Grasso, S. M., Hubbard, H. I., Gorno-Tempini, M. L., & Henry, M. L. (2019). Investigating the utility of teletherapy in individuals with primary progressive aphasia. Clinical Interventions in Aging, 14, 453-471. https://doi.org/10.2147/CIA.S178878
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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