International journal of language & communication disorders
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Int J Lang Commun Disord · Jul 2012
Controlled Clinical TrialAssessing the treatment effects in apraxia of speech: introduction and evaluation of the Modified Diadochokinesis Test.
The number of reliable and valid instruments to measure the effects of therapy in apraxia of speech (AoS) is limited. ⋯ The study shows that the MDT has adequate psychometric properties, implying that it can be used to measure changes in speech motor control during treatment for apraxia of speech. The results demonstrate the validity and utility of the instrument as a supplement to speech tasks in assessing speech improvement aimed at the level of planning and programming of speech.
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Int J Lang Commun Disord · Jul 2012
Evaluating the effectiveness of intervention in long-term aphasia post-stroke: the experience from CHANT (Communication Hub for Aphasia in North Tyneside).
Despite recognition of the need for increased long-term support for people with aphasia following stroke, there remains limited evidence for effective service-level interventions. ⋯ The quantitative and qualitative (narrative) findings were complementary in demonstrating the effectiveness of the CHANT service delivery model. Moreover, the narratives, through a longitudinal perspective, provided evidence about people's experience of intervention for long-term aphasia. The findings provide foundations for further work into long-term recovery, intervention and adjustment to aphasia post-stroke.