Parkinson’s disease affects more than just movement—it can significantly impact speech and swallowing, essential functions that are often taken for granted. Many individuals with Parkinson’s experience challenges that greatly affect their quality of life and overall health. How Parkinson’s Disease Affects a Patient’s Speech and Swallowing: Patients all too often feel as though they are…
Apraxia is a neurological speech disorder that significantly affects an individual’s ability to produce sounds and words with accuracy. Unlike other speech disorders where the brain struggles to process language, apraxia primarily impacts the motor planning required to form speech sounds. This condition can present challenges across all age groups, with children often diagnosed with…
Aphasia is a complex communication disorder that affects an individual’s ability to understand or express language, usually resulting from brain damage such as a stroke, traumatic brain injury, or progressive neurological diseases. With millions affected globally, aphasia can profoundly impact social interaction, emotional well-being, and quality of life. Here, we’ll explore the types of aphasia,…
Receptive language refers to our ability to understand and process the words, sentences, and meanings behind what others say. It is a crucial part of communication, forming the foundation for effective interactions in daily life. At Therapeutic Potentials, we help individuals enhance their receptive language skills, enabling them to engage more fully in conversations, follow…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can profoundly impact cognitive functions, altering a person’s ability to think, learn, and interact with the world. These injuries can result from car accidents, cardiac arrests, near-drowning incidents, and other traumatic events. At Therapeutic Potentials, we specialize in helping individuals recover and manage the cognitive challenges that often follow TBIs. This…
At Therapeutic Potentials, Inc. (TPI), we are committed to supporting clients with a diverse range of differences and abilities. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with acute and chronic conditions that impact their movement, cognition, communication, perception, and overall well-being. Among the many aspects of human interaction that we focus…
