Busy lifestyles, scheduling constraints, and certain health restrictions can make it difficult to attend different medical appointments. Telehealth (also known as Telemedicine) has proven to be a convenient and effective solution.
Adults across the U.S. are now able to meet with their Doctors and other medical professionals over the internet from the comfort of their home. Teletherapy, therapy conducted virtually, offers that same benefit of convenience.
But not only is teletherapy convenient, it’s being shown to offer similar results as in-person therapy. A recent survey showed that 63% of people who used teletherapy services reported it to be effective.
One therapy in high demand that can be offered virtually is Speech Therapy. Teletherapy could be the answer to millions of adults who need Speech Therapy but are finding it hard to schedule an evaluation and attend weekly appointments in person.
An estimated 6 to 8 million Americans have a language impairment. Over 3 million people in the U.S. stutter, and over 1 million suffer from Aphasia (loss of language as a result of damage to the brain, such as a stroke).
Accent Modification
Speech Clarity/Articulation Disorders
Public Speaking Skills
Gender Affirming Voice Therapy
Fluency and Stuttering
Executive Function Skills
Traumatic Brain Injury
Voice Disorders and Voice Therapy
Convenience
Accessibility
Nearly 180,000 Americans acquire speech and language impairments from stroke or TBI each year, so the need for Speech Therapy is high. Therapy practices located in their area may have limited appointments available.
Research has shown that starting therapy immediately, in the first 6 months following a stroke, can have the largest effect on an individual’s speech and language skills. That means there really isn’t any time for clients to be placed on a waiting list and not receive therapy due to limited availability.
Increased Attendance
Adults with Aphasia, for example, can regain language skills when they consistently attend Speech Therapy. One study showed that 16 sessions of speech therapy over 8 consecutive weeks helped to improve individuals’ communication skills.
You can join a therapy appointment virtually from home or grab your laptop and log on from just about anywhere. That means less cancellations and improved attendance, and that can lead to better outcomes!
Protecting Health & Safety
Generalization of Skills
Engaging Therapy Activities
The Speech Therapist conducting a teletherapy session may be more creative in planning and executing the session, according to one study.
Another plus – online sessions are simple and easy to join, so even those who aren’t the most tech-savvy can take advantage!
How to Get Started
Accent Modification
Speech Clarity/ Articulation Disorders
Public Speaking Skills
Gender Affirming Voice Therapy
Fluency and Stuttering
Executive Function Skills
Traumatic Brain Injury
Voice Disorders and Voice Therapy
TherapyWorks offers Speech Therapy through teletherapy (nationwide) with Speech-Language Pathologists experienced in helping adults improve speech, language, voice, and fluency skills.
TherapyWorks also offers Speech Therapy, Occupational and Physical Therapy in person and via teletherapy. If you would like to learn more, or discuss your specific needs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to TherapyWorks!
