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Franziska Krzok1, Verena Rieger1, Katharina Niemann1
1Department of Neurology, Medical Faculty, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany.
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders
|November 10, 2017
Summary
The Sprachsystematisches Aphasiescreening (SAPS) screening and therapy approach proved effective for post-stroke aphasia patients. This study demonstrated significant improvements in language performance and communication abilities, validating the feasibility of this treatment model.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Speech and Language Therapy
- Psycholinguistics
Background:
- The Sprachsystematisches Aphasiescreening (SAPS) is a validated language screening tool for German aphasia assessment.
- SAPS enables detailed analysis of psycholinguistic components and guides impairment-based treatment.
- The effectiveness of SAPS-based treatment, particularly in combination with new therapeutic approaches, required investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the practicality of the SAPS screening tool.
- To evaluate the efficacy of a SAPS-based therapy combining face-to-face sessions and computerised home training.
- To examine treatment-induced changes in SAPS performance and communicative abilities.
Main Methods:
- Sixteen participants with post-stroke aphasia (PWAs) underwent SAPS and communication assessments pre- and post-intervention.
- A daily regimen included one face-to-face therapy session and one home training session.
- Treatment foci were individualized based on initial SAPS profiles and continuously monitored.
Main Results:
- The combined SAPS-based therapy and home training approach was effective for all PWAs.
- Significant improvements were observed in SAPS performance and, with variability, in everyday communication.
- SAPS improvements were notably higher following face-to-face therapy compared to home training.
Conclusions:
- The SAPS screening facilitates individualized treatment planning and performance monitoring.
- The integrated treatment regimen demonstrated feasibility and effectiveness for post-stroke aphasia.
- This approach offers a promising framework for speech and language therapy in aphasia.
