Therapeutic Interventions for Aphasia Initiated More Than Six Months Post Stroke: A Review of the Evidence
Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation
Allen, L., Mehta, S., et al. (2012).
Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, 19(6), 523-535.
This systematic review examines the efficacy of aphasia treatments on linguistic and communication outcomes of individuals with chronic aphasia secondary to stroke (at least 6 months post onset).
Canadian Stroke Network
Not stated
Randomized controlled trials
21
<div>Evidence was found in support the use of computer-based aphasia treatments to improve language and communication in individuals with chronic aphasia. However, given the heterogeneity of patients included and wide range of interventions included, further research is warranted.</div>
<div>Evidence was found in support of constraint-induced language aphasia therapy to improve language and communication in individuals with chronic aphasia. However, given the heterogeneity of patients included and wide range of interventions included, further research is warranted.</div>
<div>Evidence was found in support of the delivery of intensive aphasia treatment to improve language and communication in individuals with chronic aphasia. However, given the heterogeneity of patients included and wide range of interventions included, further research is warranted.</div>
<div>Evidence was found in support of conversation partner training for individuals with chronic aphasia. However, given the heterogeneity of patients included and wide range of interventions included, further research is warranted.</div>
