Beyond impairment
Author: Sylvia Dickson, Marian Brady, Rose Barbour, Alex Clark & Gillian Paton
Magazine issue: Winter 07
Page numbers: 18-19
Date: 30 November 2007
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Dysarthria is a frequent consequence of stroke but there is little research into the condition to inform practice, in particular the activity (disability) and participation (handicap) elements. Sylvia Dickson, Marian Brady, Rose Barbour, Alex Clark and Gillian Paton carried out research into the impact of dysarthia on 24 clients across Scotland. The participants, their partner / carer and recruiting speech and language therapists were invited to comment on the results of the study. The ensuing discussion has implications for delivery of therapy, information needs, education, carers’ needs and discharge / long-term support.
