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Implementation of computer-based language therapy in aphasia.

Lisa M D Archibald¹, Joseph B Orange, Donald J Jamieson

¹School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Elborn College, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada larchiba@uwo.ca.

Therapeutic Advances in Neurological Disorders

|December 25, 2010

Summary

Computer-based language therapy showed therapeutic benefits for individuals with aphasia, improving auditory comprehension and functional communication. This approach offers a feasible option for comprehensive aphasia treatment.

Keywords:

aphasia computer therapy intervention language therapy stroke

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Area of Science:

Neurolinguistics
Rehabilitation Medicine
Computer-Assisted Therapy

Background:

Aphasia, a language disorder resulting from brain damage, necessitates effective therapeutic interventions.
Evaluating novel treatment modalities like computer-based programs is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Establishing treatment efficacy in small groups precedes large-scale clinical trials.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the therapeutic efficacy of a comprehensive computer-based language therapy program.
To evaluate the program's impact on individuals with chronic aphasia.
To determine the feasibility of computer-based interventions for aphasia.

Main Methods:

A group of eight individuals with chronic aphasia participated in the study.
Participants varied in age, time post-onset, and aphasia type.
A comprehensive computer-based language therapy program was implemented.

Main Results:

The study observed overall therapeutic benefits in auditory comprehension.
Positive trends were noted in functional communication abilities.
The computer-based program demonstrated potential as a viable therapeutic tool.

Conclusions:

Comprehensive therapy programs, including computer-based approaches, may benefit individuals with aphasia.
Computer-based language therapy presents a feasible and potentially effective intervention strategy.
Further research in larger clinical trials is warranted to confirm these findings.