Adult Service Areas Dysarthria

Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder caused by weakness or paralysis of the muscles used for speech. The following areas of speech may be impaired: articulation, rate, volume, prosody and respiratory support. Dysarthria is the result of damage to the central or peripheral nervous system. Common causes include:

• stroke
• brain tumour
• head trauma
• neuromuscular diseases

If you or a loved one is suffering from dysarthria, contact Speech Pathways. We can initiate a treatment plan to improve speech intelligibility, thereby reducing feelings of isolation and frustration. Improved communication, improves relationships and overall quality of life.

(905) 302-0264
(519) 820-6292
conni@speechpathways.ca

Speech Pathways is offering speech therapy in Brampton, North Mississauga, Milton, Georgetown and Guelph.