Clinical Characteristics of Voice, Speech, and Swallowing Disorders in Oromandibular Dystonia

Conclusions The characteristics of dysarthria in oromandibular dystonia vary significantly from one patient to another due to differences in the set of affected muscles, so each patient should receive a personalized rehabilitation program. Dysarthria was the most prominent symptom, although spasmodic dysphonia was more frequent than expected. Further laboratory-based studies are needed to clarify the mechanisms and consequences of dysphagia in oromandibular dystonia.
Source: Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research - Category: Speech Therapy Source Type: research