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Unlocking the Potential: Enhancing Speech Therapy for Non-Progressive Dysarthria in Lebanon

Unlocking the Potential: Enhancing Speech Therapy for Non-Progressive Dysarthria in Lebanon

Non-progressive dysarthria is a motor speech disorder often caused by stroke or traumatic brain injury. Despite its prevalence, especially in regions like Lebanon, the assessment practices for this condition remain underdeveloped. A recent study titled "Assessment of non-progressive dysarthria: practice and attitude of speech and language therapists in Lebanon" sheds light on the current practices and attitudes of Lebanese speech and language therapists (SLTs) and provides a roadmap for improving their skills and outcomes.

The study reveals that most Lebanese SLTs rely heavily on informal assessments, with a significant need for standardized Arabic assessment tools. The majority of SLTs (78%) assessed clients with non-progressive dysarthria across all domains of the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF). However, 64% expressed dissatisfaction with the available assessment tools, and 84% relied on informal methods.

Here are some key takeaways from the study that can help practitioners improve their skills:

By implementing these strategies, Lebanese SLTs can significantly enhance their assessment practices and ultimately improve the quality of care for individuals with non-progressive dysarthria. For a deeper dive into the research and to explore the detailed findings, read the original research paper: Assessment of non-progressive dysarthria: practice and attitude of speech and language therapists in Lebanon.


Citation: Summaka, M., Harati, H., Hannoun, S., Zein, H., Koubaisy, N., Fares, Y., & Nasser, Z. (2021). Assessment of non-progressive dysarthria: practice and attitude of speech and language therapists in Lebanon. BMC Neurology, 21, 450. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12883-021-02484-2
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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