Posts Tagged LSVT LOUD

LSVT LOUD® for Kids: Helping Children Find Their Voice

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. Did you know a speech therapy method originally created for adults is now helping children speak more clearly? This webinar will show how LSVT LOUD® – a proven voice treatment program – has been successfully adapted to help kids with speech challenges like those seen in cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. This webinar will include real-world case studies, research, and clinical insights into these evidence-based therapies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the specific benefits of LSVT for pediatric populations, highlighting key adaptations for younger patients and offering a glimpse into the exciting future of these therapies across the lifespan.  Continue Reading

Beyond the Clinic: Will Everyday Listeners Notice the Speech Improvements After LSVT LOUD® for Parkinson’s Disease?

Your client with Parkinson’s disease (PD) significantly improved their speech in the treatment room and the research lab following LSVT LOUD. Will these improvements be perceived by untrained listeners who are naïve to speech disorders and PD?

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LSVT LOUD® for Kids: Helping Children Find Their Voice

Did you know a speech therapy method originally created for adults is now helping children speak more clearly? This webinar will show how LSVT LOUD® – a proven voice treatment program – has been successfully adapted to help kids with speech challenges like those seen in cerebral palsy and Down syndrome. This webinar will include real-world case studies, research, and clinical insights into these evidence-based therapies. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the specific benefits of LSVT for pediatric populations, highlighting key adaptations for younger patients and offering a glimpse into the exciting future of these therapies across the lifespan.

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LSVT Certification: Your Next Step Toward Empowering Lives

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. Have you been thinking about getting LSVT certified but haven’t taken the leap? Now is the time! LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG® training go beyond treatment protocols—they revolutionize clinical practice, boost confidence, and open doors to new opportunities. In this webinar, you'll discover: 1. The far-reaching benefits of LSVT certification beyond standard treatment protocols 2. Real-life success stories from certified clinicians and their clients 3. How LSVT principles can be applied to a wide range of neurological disorders, including pediatric cases 4. The professional growth and opportunities that come with LSVT certification 5. Practical steps to overcome perceived barriers and start your LSVT journey Whether you're a student or professional inContinue Reading

New Study Explores LSVT LOUD® for Adults with Cerebral Palsy

A 2025 study by Kim and colleagues investigated the effectiveness of LSVT LOUD® – a voice therapy program originally designed for people with Parkinson’s disease – for adults with cerebral palsy (CP). The research tested both in-person and telehealth versions of the extended LSVT-X protocol (16 session over 8 weeks, read original study by Spielman et al., 2007). Outcome measures focused on voice and speech, swallowing, and quality of life. The study included 16 adults with CP, ranging from mild to profound speech impairments.

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What the 2024 LSVT LOUD® & LSVT BIG® Research Means for You

The year 2024 marked a milestone in advancing the scientific understanding of LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG therapies. These evidence-based treatments, designed to improve communication and motor function in individuals with neurological conditions, saw a remarkable surge in research publications.

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Stop Dreaming, Start Doing: Why LSVT Certification Can’t Wait

I will never forget the first time that I felt “Wow – I can really change someone’s life with speech treatment” was during my Clinical Fellow year when I was hired to deliver LSVT LOUD as part of Dr. Lorraine Ramig’s research team. It blew me away and I knew this was the type of treatment effect that I wanted to spend my life delivering. 

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2024 Highlights: The Most-Watched LSVT Global Webinars of the Year

Reflecting on 2024, let’s explore the webinars that captured everyone’s attention and kept them coming back for more.
We will highlight the top viewed webinars in each of our categories: LSVT® Community Webinars, LSVT LOUD® Certified Clinician Webinars, and LSVT BIG® Certified Clinician Webinars.

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The Paradox of LSVT: A Flexible Approach within Standardized Treatment

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. LSVT treatments both employ a seemingly contradictory approach by offering a highly structured treatment protocol that can be tailored to meet individual patient needs. This paradox is at the heart of effectiveness in LSVT LOUD® speech therapy and LSVT BIG® physical/occupational therapy. Within their core framework, LSVT treatments demonstrate remarkable flexibility for incorporating individualized goals, versatility in symptoms, adaptability to cognitive challenges, and application to various settings and delivery methods. Additionally, the foundation of their defined yet dynamic approach lies in well-established principles of neuroplasticity. Some of these principles, which not only address immediate symptoms but also promote long-term brain changes include intensity, repetition, specificity, complexity, and saliency. Join us toContinue Reading

LSVT LOUD®: A Versatile Treatment Approach Across the Lifespan

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are always on the lookout for effective, evidence-based treatments that can be applied to a wide range of clients. One such treatment that has proven its versatility across age groups is LSVT LOUD. Originally developed for adults with Parkinson’s disease, LSVT LOUD has expanded its reach to benefit other neurological adult and pediatric populations.

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