{"id":225,"date":"2021-05-11T15:10:50","date_gmt":"2021-05-11T22:10:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lahearing.fm1.dev\/your-speech-language-pathology-specialist\/"},"modified":"2021-05-24T09:17:47","modified_gmt":"2021-05-24T16:17:47","slug":"speech-language-pathology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lahearing.com\/speech-language-pathology\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Speech &#038; Language Pathology Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate a patient\u2019s speech, language, cognitive, communication and swallowing skills in order to diagnose a speech disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SLP will likely evaluate the following categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"857\" src=\"https:\/\/lahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/iStock-843110018-1280x857.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/iStock-843110018-1280x857.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/lahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/iStock-843110018-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/iStock-843110018-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/lahearing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/iStock-843110018.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Understanding and use of different words.<\/li><li>Correct use of words incorrectly formed sentences.<\/li><li>Use of language for different purposes.<\/li><li>Pronunciation of speech sounds.<\/li><li>Physical ability to produce speech.<\/li><li>Voice quality.<\/li><li>Fluency or smooth flow of speech.<\/li><li>Fine motor skills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>How to Prepare for a Speech Evaluation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3>1. Schedule an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both children and adults experiencing issues with their voice or speech can benefit from a speech-language pathologist visit. Early treatment is key to preventing problems down the road so scheduling an appointment at the first sign of trouble is crucial to long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>2. Discuss Your Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the required paperwork, you and your speech-language pathologist will review your medical history and discuss your concerns related to speech, language, social or feeding difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>3. Complete an Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the age of the patient and the specific concerns, a speech-language pathologist may perform a number of assessments, including play-based activities or more structured tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>4. Review a Treatment Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal goals, history and assessment results will be used to craft a custom-made treatment plan with clear objectives and expectations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\nCall Hearing Aid Services of Hollywood at <a href=\"tel:+13234637109\">(323) 463-7109<\/a> for more information or to schedule your appointment today.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do? Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate a patient\u2019s speech, language, cognitive, communication and swallowing skills in order to diagnose a speech disorder. The SLP will likely evaluate the following categories: Understanding and use of different words. Correct use of words incorrectly formed sentences. Use of language for different purposes. 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