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Volume 2, Issue 3 (Suppl) J Speech Pathol Ther
ISSN: 2472-5005, an open access journal ISLPC 2017
May 22-23, 2017
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May 22-23, 2017 Las Vegas, USA
International Conference on
Speech Language Pathology
Cynthia Constance Cee Cee Brewster, J Speech Pathol Ther 2017, 2:3,(Suppl)
Synergistic interventions for aphasia and cognitive language deficits in cerebral vascular disease
Speech Language Pathologists receive professional training in the use of techniques and strategies to improve communication
for patients who present with a variety of aphasias and cognitive deficits after a Cerebral Vascular Accident (CVA). These
deficits consist of receptive and expressive aphasia, dysarthria, oral apraxia or verbal apraxia. Cognitive language deficits
may present as well, after a single neurological episode. However they are more common after the patient has suffered several
CVA's. Once called multi infarct dementia, now referred to as vascular dementia. SLP's typically use speech & language
cognitive techniques based upon evidence based practices to improve the patient’s level of functioning. New developments in
the field of neurobiology suggest that a synergistic approach involving a variety of complimentary interventions may be the
most effective overall approach to addressing cognitive dysfunctions. This paper will discuss the potential benefits of adding
other components to the traditional speech-language cognitive therapy. The effects and advantages of a synergistic approach
involving enhanced nutrition, physical activity, meditation and music on the brain and the use of brain stimulation exercises
and computer games will be explained and discussed. The audience will complete the course with a better understanding of
other variables and protocols that can have a positive and possibly greater and more enduring effect on brain rehabilitation
when paired with speech and language interventions.
Biography
Cynthia Constance Cee Cee Brewster has worked in the field of speech language pathology for well over 27 years. She has a BS in Speech Language Pathology
from Illinois State University and MS in Speech Language Pathology from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois. She has a background in adult
neurological disorders specializing in the areas of swallowing disorders, cognitive language disorders and use of augmentative communication devices with stroke
patients. Her work as a traveling Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) has allowed her to work in many areas of the country and in a variety of clinical settings:
Acute, outpatient, day rehabilitation, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing and home health. She has served as an Adjunct Faculty and as a Clinical Supervisor. She
has also served the Huntsville Community in providing speech services to the Mentees of the 100 Black Men of America-Huntsville Chapter, participated in local
health fairs as well as lectures to educate the public regarding speech and language disorders through the Alpha Kappa Alpha, Rho Chi Omega Chapter as a
Member. She has been employed with Integra Rehabilitation as a Regional Traveler for more than 4 years in Greensboro, Georgia
Cynthia Constance Cee Cee Brewster
Integra Rehabilitation, USA