Compressive Phase

Question 1

What is dysarthria?

Answer 1

Difficulty speaking caused by problems controlling the muscles used in speech

A child or adult with dysarthria may exhibit various speech characteristics.

Question 2

List some characteristics of speech in individuals with dysarthria.

Answer 2

• Slurred, nasal-sounding or breathy speech
• Strained and hoarse voice
• Excessively loud or quiet speech
• Problems speaking in a regular rhythm
• Frequent hesitations
• Gurgly-sounding or monotone speech
• Difficulty with tongue and lip movements
• Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

These characteristics can lead to constant drooling.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the ‘e..e…e Test’?

Answer 3

To assess the ability to separate the sound during exhalation

The test involves asking the patient to inhale to MIC and then exhale while saying ‘e’, ‘e’, ‘e’.