Bamboo Nodes of Vocal Folds: A Description of 10 Cases and Review of the Literature
Conclusion: Bamboo nodes should be looked for in every patient with a diagnosis of autoimmune disease complaining of dysphonia.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2018;70:1 –7 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - May 30, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Voice and Swallowing Outcomes after Hyoid Suspension Surgery in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Conclusion: HTP (as a sole technique or as part of a multilevel intervention) could help with airway collapse and might be considered a safe, simple, and effective technique in the management of selected patients experiencing OSA. In addition, it seems to have no hazardous effect on either the voice or swallowing function of patients.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:271 –277 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - May 15, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
The Effectiveness of Parental Questionnaires in the Assessment of Speech-Language and Auditory Function in Children
Conclusions: These questionnaires can potentially be used in low-income countries where professional resources are scarce and there are barriers to identifying children with speech-language and/or auditory impairment.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:261 –270 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - May 7, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Performance of Phonatory Deviation Diagrams in Synthesized Voice Analysis
Conclusion: The PDD area and quadrant can differentiate normal voices from deviant synthesized voices. There are differences in signal distribution in PDD area and quadrant as a function of the severity of voice disorder and the predominant voice quality. However, the PDD area and quadrant do not differentiate the signals as a function of severity of voice disorder and differentiated only the breathy and rough voices from the normal and strained voices. PDD density is able to differentiate only signals with moderate and severe deviation. PDD shape shows differences between signals with different severities of voice deviati...
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - May 2, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Effects of a Voice Therapy Program for Patients with Muscle Tension Dysphonia
Conclusions: The therapeutic approach adopted in this study proved effective in the treatment of primary and secondary MTD. Speech therapy favored lower phonation effort, lowered vocal strain, and adequacy of adjustment of laryngeal muscles.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:239 –245 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - April 26, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Screening for Dysphagia: Perspectives and Practices of Speech and Language Therapists in the Republic of Ireland
Conclusions: It is concerning that while diagnostic accuracy was recognised as important, most respondents used tests lacking in diagnostic accuracy. While the survey response rate was low, it is hypothesised that findings reflect practice. There is a need for SLTs to equip themselves with the skills to discern which screening test is most diagnostically accurate for clinical populations with further research to improve practice.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:226 –238 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - March 22, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Effects of Spectral Overlays on Reading Performance of Brazilian Elementary School Children
Conclusion: The use of spectral overlays can improve reading performance, particularly in those children with severe visual discomfort.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:219 –225 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - March 21, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Development and Standardization of a Test for Pragmatic Language Skills in Egyptian Arabic: The Egyptian Arabic Pragmatic Language Test (EAPLT)
Conclusion: The EAPLT is a valid and reliable Egyptian Arabic test that can be applied in order to detect a pragmatic language delay.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:209 –218 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - March 19, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Uniqueness Point Effects during Speech Planning in Adults Who Do and Do Not Stutter
Conclusion: Findings suggest that inefficient or atypical preverbal monitoring may be present in AWS and support theories that implicate the internal speech monitor as an area of deficit.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:191 –208 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - March 13, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Should We Use Sentence- or Text-Level Tasks to Measure Oral Language Proficiency in Year-One Students following Whole-Class Intervention?
Conclusion: It is recommended that the assessment of oral language proficiency of students from culturally diverse, low socioeconomic backgrounds goes beyond the sentence level and includes an oral narrative retell task.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:169 –179 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - February 13, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Speaker and Observer Perceptions of Physical Tension during Stuttering
Conclusion: The lack of agreement between speaker and specialist perceptions of tension suggests that using self-reports is a necessary component for supporting the accurate diagnosis of tension in stuttering.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:180 –189 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - February 8, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
The Radboud Dysarthria Assessment: Development and Clinimetric Evaluation
Conclusions: The RDA is a valid and reliable tool, but further investigation is needed to demonstrate whether this instrument can successfully support speech-language therapists in correctly diagnosing the type of dysarthria.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:143 –153 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - January 26, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Functional Outcomes after Behavioral Treatment of Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion in Adults
Conclusion: There was a reduction in a wide range of activity limitations after treatment. Feelings of control were strongly associated with positive outcomes. The therapy appeared to be equally effective for adults with exercise-induced and environmental variants of PVFM.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:154 –168 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - January 26, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Background Factors and Subjective Voice Symptoms in Patients with Acquired Vocal Fold Scarring and Sulcus Vocalis
Conclusion: There are significant differences between the VFS group and SV group regarding etiological factors as well as the Sw-VHI. The degree and profile of VHI should be considered when selecting patients and evaluating the result of new treatments for this group of patients.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:125 –130 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - January 18, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
Speech and Communication Changes Reported by People with Parkinson ’s Disease
Conclusions: Most respondents reported both speech and language symptoms, and many experienced restricted communicative participation. Access to speech-language pathology services is still inadequate. Services should also address cognitive/linguistic aspects to meet the needs of people with PD.Folia Phoniatr Logop 2017;69:131 –141 (Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica)
Source: Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica - January 18, 2018 Category: Speech-Language Pathology Source Type: research
