Your treatment plan is unique, tailored to suit you and your individual needs. You will receive consistent care, case-managed by Meagan and her team, allowing your progress to be closely monitored and treatment to be modified for the best results.

We know that early treatment can produce the best results for the effects of Parkinson’s disease and other medical conditions. This is why our practitioners also liaise(s)with your GP, Specialist, NDIS plan managers, Aged Care partners and other allied health providers to optimise ongoing best management of your treatment plan. 

Intensive speech programmes and groups to improve volume and speech clarity associated with Parkinson’s disease and other Neurological conditions.

Meagan and her team have a wealth of experience working with people living with Parkinson’s disease and other conditions that can affect your speech and communication. Our speech pathologists are trained and licensed to provide intensive treatment programmes and protocols including:

  • Specific loud voice treatment

  • SPEAK OUT! Groups – a maintenance group ideal for people who wish to practice their loud voice skills

  • BiSSkiT

  • euroTrac Myoplus 2 EMG Biofeedback

  • Telehealth and mobile care 

For best results, it is important to begin some form of treatment as early as possible after diagnosis – and it is never too late to start.

Swallow Clinic is also a qualified grant recipient, certified to deliver therapy designed by the USA's Parkinson Voice Project, a non-profit group dedicated to transforming speech and swallowing for people with Parkinson's. This programme focuses on intentional and strong vocalisation in a series of 6 - 12 speech therapy sessions delivered over two months. Following individual treatment, clients may attend our loud voice maintenance group sessions to practice skills in a more social and relaxed environment.

 

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or phone

Phone: 0411 865 512 or 0422 409 163
Email: reception@swallowclinic.com.au

  • Anyone who has completed some Loud Voice training may attend our weekly Loud Voice maintenance group sessions in a relaxed social setting.

  • Medicare rebates are applicable for group sessions.

  • Our fees for initial consultations and follow-up sessions are competitively priced to allow for flexible and ongoing long-term treatment and care.

SPEECH PATHOLOGY TREATMENTS EXPLAINED

Improving volume

The programme aims to recalibrate volume and clarity and have proven results in regaining vocal strength and control, improving quality of life. It is specifically designed for people who are experiencing dysphonia or weak and soft voice. The programme focuses on improving speech clarity by retraining you to modulate and strengthen your vocal volume. 

BiSSkiT protocol to help swallowing disorders

Meagan is able to provide biofeedback via the BiSSkiT – Biofeedback in Strength and Skill Training – protocol which uses software and visual displays to monitor muscle strength and skill through targeted exercises for rehabilitation of swallowing impairment (dysphagia).

View the short BiSSkiT film clip to find out more:

NeuroTrac Myoplus 2 EMG

Meagan also can track progress using the portable NeuroTrac Myoplus 2 EMG. This handheld device can be used in your home with a customised programme to monitor muscle activity and fatigue during rehabilitation exercises. It is easy to use and prompts your activities with on-screen instructions. The biofeedback can be used to adjust and improve your treatment plan.

Telehealth and mobile care

Meagan uses the most up-to-date treatments that make use of the latest technology for your convenience. Treatment plans include telehealth apps for your iPad or smartphone, and exercise sessions via Skype or Facetime sessions in the comfort of your own home. Meagan can also work with you in your home or provide mobile treatment at care homes and private hospitals.