MS can cause speech to sound slurred, strained, or jerky, and it can interfere with the ability to find the right word in conversation. Learn how MS speech problems can be managed.

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Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a rare neurological syndrome that gradually impairs a person’s language. Baycrest Canada ...

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C7 neurotomy added to standard speech therapy enhances language recovery in patients with chronic post-stroke aphasia, a randomized trial suggests.

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Combining neck surgery with intensive speech therapy is associated with greater improvements in a person's ability to communicate after a stroke than intensive speech therapy alone, finds a clinical ...

Finally, global aphasia is more severe, resulting in cognition and comprehension difficulties. To remember the signs, use the acronym BE FAST.

Stroke survivors with aphasia can’t recall key words and need to use gestures to get the point across. Although many with severe aphasia naturally try to use gestures, others struggle to say ...