Is Aphasia Treatment Beneficial for the Elderly? A Review of Recent Evidence

Rachel Fabian; Lisa Bunker; Argye E. Hillis

doi:10.1007/s40141-020-00287-z

Is Aphasia Treatment Beneficial for the Elderly? A Review of Recent Evidence

Rachel Fabian, Lisa Bunker, Argye E. Hillis

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Purpose of Review: We review recent literature regarding aphasia therapy in the elderly. Relevant articles from the last 5 years were identified to determine whether or not there is evidence to support that various therapeutic approaches can have a positive effect on post-stroke aphasia in the elderly. Recent Findings: There were no studies examining the effects of aphasia therapy specifically in the elderly within the timeframe searched. Therefore, we briefly summarize findings from 50 relevant studies that included large proportions of participants with post-stroke aphasia above the age of 65. A variety of behavioral and neuromodulation therapies are reported. Summary: We found ample evidence suggesting that a variety of behavioral and neuromodulatory therapeutic approaches can benefit elderly individuals with post-stroke aphasia.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	478-492
Number of pages	15
Journal	Current Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Reports
Volume	8
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s40141-020-00287-z
State	Published - Dec 2020

Keywords

Aphasia
Elderly
Rehabilitation
Stroke
Therapy
Treatment

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Medicine (miscellaneous)

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