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Epworth's Speech Pathology team are involved in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of a range of communication, cognitive and swallowing impairments.
The department provides specialist services to ensure the recovery and well being of people with difficulties arising from a variety of neurologic impairments and medical conditions.
These impairments may occur following a stroke, head injury, dementia, neurosurgery, respiratory, head or neck cancer/surgery, tracheostomy and/or other medical conditions.
Acquired Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Epworth's Speech Pathologists also specialise in facilitating recovery in these areas following acquired brain injuries (often as a result of work place and motor vehicle accidents).
This care involves a team approach (in conjunction with medical, nursing and allied health professionals) to assist people to return to activities such as:
- day to day tasks
- work and study
- reintegration into the community
- social communication
- eating/drinking
The Speech Pathology team also offers education and advice to clients and their families to support and assist with their recovery.