5 Things You Need to Know About Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is a healthcare profession focused on enhancing health and well-being through active and independent participation in daily activities. From its inception, occupational therapy has been based on the understanding that engaging individuals in meaningful daily activities can improve health and well-being. The ultimate goal of rehabilitation is to return individuals to their natural […]
Orofacial Stimulation: Enhancing Speech Development and Feeding Activities
Orofacial stimulation is a crucial therapeutic approach used to improve both speech development and feeding activities, especially in individuals recovering from neurological damage, such as strokes or traumatic brain injuries. This therapy focuses on stimulating the muscles and nerves of the face and mouth, which are essential for proper speech and eating functions. Importance of […]
Understanding Balance Disorders and Rehabilitation
Balance disorders can significantly impact daily life, especially following neurological injuries such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries. At the Glavic Clinic, a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating balance disorders is implemented to help patients regain stability and improve their quality of life. Causes and Symptoms of Balance Disorders Balance […]
Understanding Speech Therapy: A Broad Spectrum of Disorders Across All Ages
Author: Matea Čagalj, mag. logoped. What is Speech Therapy? Speech therapy encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various communication disorders, including issues with speech, language, voice, swallowing, hearing, reading, writing, and all forms of communication. At Glavic Clinic, our team of speech therapists is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of our patients, from […]
What is Teletherapy and How is it Conducted?
Author: Matea Čagalj, mag. logoped. Teletherapy, also known as telepractice, involves conducting rehabilitation and diagnostic procedures using telecommunication technology. It gained widespread use during the COVID-19 pandemic when in-person therapy was not feasible. This method has shown to be highly effective, offering convenience and accessibility to individuals who may not be able to attend […]
Understanding Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
Spinal cord injury (SCI) refers to damage sustained in the spinal cord, caused by trauma or non-traumatic factors such as diseases, infections, vascular damage, degenerative processes, or tumors. Such injuries result in either complete or partial loss of autonomous, sensory, and/or motor functions below the level of injury. Depending on the location and severity of […]
Understanding Spasticity After a Stroke and Effective Treatment Approaches
Author: Nikola Dobrijević, mag. physioth. What is Spasticity? Spasticity is a common condition following a stroke, characterized by abnormal muscle tightness due to prolonged muscle contraction. This condition typically affects the elbow, wrist, fingers, and ankle, leading to stiffness, pain, and reduced range of motion. It develops within 3 to 6 weeks post-injury and […]
The Importance of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Neurological Impairments
Author: mag.physioth, Matea Gadžo Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) has emerged as a promising therapeutic approach in the rehabilitation of neurological impairments. This technique involves the application of electrical impulses to stimulate muscle contractions, aiding in the recovery of motor functions affected by neurological conditions. Understanding NMES NMES works by delivering electrical currents through electrodes […]
Common Myths About Speech Therapy: Do You Believe Any of Them?
Author: Matea Čagalj, mag. logoped. Speech therapy is a specialized field focused on diagnosing and treating communication disorders. Despite its importance, several misconceptions surround it. Let’s debunk some of these myths to provide a clearer understanding of what speech therapy entails. Myth 1: Speech Therapists Only Correct the “R” Sound Reality: Speech therapists […]
Speech and Language Disorders After a Stroke
Understanding Post-Stroke Communication Challenges Author: Matea Čagalj, mag. logoped. Aphasia, a common language disorder post-stroke, often results from damage to the left hemisphere of the brain. Its severity varies from complete speech loss to mild difficulties like word retrieval issues. Symptoms can include disrupted speech rhythm, use of verbal stereotypes, and creating neologisms. The location […]