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Voice evaluations are conducted by LSVT certified speech-language
pathologists and last 1 1/2 hours. During the evaluation,
a thorough history will be obtained and baseline measurements of
speech production (including oral-motor strength and coordination,
breath support for speech, and vocal quality) will be documented.
Vocal volume for reading and conversational tasks will be measured
using a digital sound level meter. The patient will be
videotaped and audiotaped to obtain a “pre-treatment”
speech sample that can later be compared to a “post-treatment”
speech sample (Click here to see pre- and post-treatment videos). Swallowing ability and cognitive status will be screened.
In addition, stimulability testing for the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment
will be conducted to determine if the patient is a candidate for
the 4-week intensive program.
A physician’s order must be obtained in order to schedule a
voice evaluation. The order should read, “voice evaluation
and treatment.”
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