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Implementing Multisensory Cueing to Enhance Naming in Children with Aphasia

Implementing Multisensory Cueing to Enhance Naming in Children with Aphasia

In the field of speech-language pathology, data-driven decisions are critical for optimizing therapeutic outcomes. The recent study, "Multisensory cueing facilitates naming in aphasia," published in the Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, provides compelling evidence that multisensory cueing can significantly improve naming accuracy and communication effectiveness in individuals with chronic non-fluent aphasia. This blog will delve into the research findings and discuss how practitioners can integrate these strategies into their practice to enhance outcomes for children with aphasia.

Understanding Multisensory Cueing

Multisensory cueing involves using multiple sensory channels to facilitate word retrieval and production. The study investigated two novel cueing techniques:

Key Findings

The study involved ten participants with chronic non-fluent aphasia who underwent a peer-to-peer language game using the Rehabilitation Gaming System for aphasia (RGSa). The results were promising:

Practical Applications for Speech-Language Pathologists

For practitioners working with children, integrating multisensory cueing can be particularly beneficial. Here are some actionable steps:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides robust evidence for the efficacy of multisensory cueing, further research is essential to explore its applications in different contexts and populations. Practitioners are encouraged to contribute to this growing body of knowledge by documenting their observations and outcomes when using these techniques.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Multisensory cueing facilitates naming in aphasia.


Citation: Grechuta, K., Rubio Ballester, B., Espín Munné, R., Usabiaga Bernal, T., Molina Hervás, B., Mohr, B., Pulvermüller, F., San Segundo, R. M., & Verschure, P. F. M. J. (2020). Multisensory cueing facilitates naming in aphasia. Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 17, 122. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12984-020-00751-w
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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