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Unlocking Potential: The Power of Telehealth in Speech-Language Pathology for Children

Unlocking Potential: The Power of Telehealth in Speech-Language Pathology for Children

As a passionate advocate for creating great outcomes for children, it's essential to explore data-driven approaches to speech-language pathology (SLP). One promising avenue is telehealth-delivered SLP services. A recent systematic review, "The Efficacy of Telehealth-Delivered Speech and Language Intervention for Primary School-Age Children," provides valuable insights into this innovative service delivery model.

According to the review, telehealth can be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy for primary school-age children with speech and/or language difficulties. The research examined seven studies, revealing significant and similar improvements in both telehealth and in-person participants across various outcome measures.

Key findings from the review include:

Implementing telehealth in your practice can bridge the gap for children in rural or underserved areas, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive. Here are some practical steps to enhance your telehealth services:

While the current evidence is promising, more rigorous studies are needed to further validate the efficacy of telehealth-delivered SLP services. As practitioners, staying informed about the latest research and continuously refining our methods will help us provide the best possible outcomes for children.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The Efficacy of Telehealth-Delivered Speech and Language Intervention for Primary School-Age Children: A Systematic Review.


Citation: Wales, D., Skinner, L., & Hayman, M. (2017). The efficacy of telehealth-delivered speech and language intervention for primary school-age children: A systematic review. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 9(1), 55-70. doi:10.5195/ijt.2017.6219
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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