The patient's voice is fed into the computer with a microphone. The voice patterns from correct speech, proper tone, intensity, and loudness are viewed on the screen and allow a patient to simulate their voice to the visual pattern. These categories represent the majority of the disabled population. Each of these injuries has its own range of severity and causes its own set of challenges and limitations, many of which are permanent. Therapies used to treat cases include respiratory, physical,occupational, speech, and recreation.
Treatments vary according to the nature of the disability and condition of the patient.
Evaluations must be performed on each patient to determine the most beneficial treatments. Increasing strength and endurance are key in a rehabilitation program. The comprehensive rehabilitation program at Methodist Rehab is designed to maximize functional capacities of the individual thereby developing self care skills, and independence.