Ep 7: How Does Parkinson’s Affect Speaking and Swallowing? And What Can be Done About It?

Communication is vital for all parts of life, but Parkinson’s disease can greatly impact cognition and speaking.

That’s where a speech and language pathologist comes in - helping with common problems like drooling,swallowing, concentration and talking. 

In this episode, we hear from a speech and language pathologist about different ways to improve communication and swallowing difficulties after diagnosis. 

We also hear from people with Parkinson’s disease about what it’s like to live with these challenges, and what adaptations have been most helpful in overcoming them.

For more links and resources, visit our website at HealthUnmuted.com

Resources

Voice and swallowing support

• Speech Therapist finder - Parkinson’s voice project 
• LSVT Program Finder 
• Live Home Practice Sessions - Parkinson’s Voice Project
• Speech & Swallowing Issues - Parkinson’s Foundation

Adaptive Tools

• Pocket talker device - Amazon

Community Groups:

• Choirs improving PD symptoms 
• PD Avengers

Get all the links and the episode transcript by visiting the website here.

This episode is made possible with support from Altoida and LSVT Global.

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