Aphasia rehabilitation: more than treating the language disorder

Arch Phys Med Rehabil. 2012 Jan;93(1 Suppl):S1-3. doi: 10.1016/j.apmr.2011.08.037. Epub 2011 Nov 25.

Abstract

This supplement focuses on the neurorehabilitation of language disorders. It offers a broad survey of this field, with state-of-the-art contributions from various disciplines. In doing so, it aims to show that treating the devastating consequences of neurological language disorders requires a prolonged interdisciplinary effort.

Publication types

  • Introductory Journal Article

MeSH terms

  • Aphasia / etiology
  • Aphasia / rehabilitation*
  • Humans
  • Language Disorders / rehabilitation
  • Stroke / complications