Adjusting Parkinson’s medication can sometimes improve communication
problems. Discuss this with your doctor before making any changes yourself.
A speech and language therapist may also be able to help. With speech and
non-verbal, physical communication. They can offer advice on:
- exercises and techniques to
improve breathing, posture and communication
- equipment and special
tools, such as amplifiers, to overcome verbal problems, such as speed, or
quietness of voice
- specific help with
situations that you have problems with
- alternative means of communication,
if speech is impossible.
An occupational therapist can advise on ways to help with handwriting. They
can recommend special equipment and tools, such as:
- thick/padded or felt tip
pens
- weighted cuffs
- clipboards or a dycem mat
(non-slip) to stop paper from slipping
- computers or typewriters.
