by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Jun 7, 2026
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can disrupt nearly every aspect of a person’s life – from memory and attention to mobility and independence. As clinicians and researchers continue to refine rehabilitation approaches, task specific training in TBI has emerged as a... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Jun 1, 2026
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) can significantly impact a person’s ability to communicate, process information, and engage with the world around them. For many individuals, speech therapy plays a central role in recovery. Whether challenges involve finding the right... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | May 7, 2026
Key Takeaways Receptive aphasia, or Wernicke’s aphasia, primarily affects language comprehension People with this condition may speak fluently but with little meaningful content Receptive aphasia is commonly caused by stroke or other brain injuries Speech and language... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | May 1, 2026
Key Takeaways Dysphagia affects a significant proportion of stroke survivors and carries serious health risks. Thorough clinical and instrumental assessment is essential for safe management. Evidence-based treatment includes behavioral exercises, compensatory... 
by Zach Smith, MS, CCC-SLP | Apr 30, 2026
Stroke can impact nearly every aspect of life – movement, communication, cognition, and even autonomic functions, such as swallowing and breathing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 87% of all strokes are ischemic,...
