It is important to keep in mind that Parkinson’s disease affects the central nervous system that can affect the voice, causing difficulties in communicating with other people. This is because they usually present a motor speech disorder known as “hypokinetic dysarthria”,<\/strong> which is characterized by:<\/p>\n This speech therapy method enables them to maintain their voice for longer, which also contributes to a higher quality of life. “LSVT LOUD” provides the necessary independence to each patient<\/strong>. Therefore, equipped with effective strategies, the patients will be able\u00a0at the end of the treatment, to carry out the exercises on their own.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> This treatment is based on the basic and fundamental notions of motor learning. The LSVT LOUD method is in charge of ‘reprogramming’ the proper functioning of the vocal cords. This treatment consists of:<\/p>\n<\/div> Highly functional and important movements<\/strong> for the patient’s routine.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Exercises oriented<\/strong> to individual needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Work the voice directly <\/b>in useful situations for the patient.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Discard oral exercises<\/strong> that are unrelated to speech.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n
The Lee Silverman Voice or LSVT-LOUD Method<\/h2><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>
How does it work?<\/h2><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>