Speech-language pathology services are provided primarily to patients with neurogenic communicative disorders. Neurogenic communication disorders originate in the nervous system, and may be caused by the following conditions or diseases:
- Stroke (cerebrovascular accident, or CVA
- Brain tumor
- Traumatic brain injury
- Primary progressive aphasia
- Parkinson's disease
- Multiple sclerosis
- Muscular dystrophy
- Cerebellar degeneration
- Epilepsy
- Other degenerative neurological diseases
Voice disorders, e.g., vocal cord paresis/paralysis and dysphonia (defective sound of voice), are also treated in the program.
The majority of patients served in the adult program have acquired aphasia, dysarthria, or cognitive-communicative disorders. (Individuals with aphasia have impaired ability to use or understand language. Those with dysarthria have difficulty articulating words. Both of these conditions are caused by central nervous system disease or damage.)
The intervention program is composed of individual and group treatment, computer assisted treatment, and counseling.
The Department is especially known for its work with individuals with acquired aphasia. In addition to its traditional services, the department provides former Rusk patients with aphasia with a non-fee group program for socialization and peer support. Four different groups meet weekly. These groups are listed on the National Aphasia Association registry of Aphasia Community Groups.
Group Programs for the Communicatively Impaired
Outpatient Programs
To facilitate the outpatient intake process, please complete the entire form with your physician's office. Unanswered questions may delay clearance.
Pediatric Speech Language Pathology MD Order Form
Adult Speech Language Pathology MD Order Form
Contact Information
Appointment Scheduling:
212-263-6027
Hours of Operation:
M-F: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Location:
The Rusk Institute
400 East 34th Street
Room 324A
New York, NY 10016
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