Guideline on Smart Therapy for Speech and Language Therapy
Voice-over: Anika Thurmann, photos: Adobe Stock, icons (created by the author or from the Keynote database on macOS)
Guidelines on advising patients on the use of smart technologies in speech and language therapy serve to ensure quality and standardisation in the use of technological aids to support the treatment of language, speech, voice and swallowing disorders. They help speech and language therapists to make informed decisions about the use of these technologies and promote continuous professional development by incorporating the latest knowledge and practical experience. They also provide patients and their families with clear information on the benefits and potential applications of smart technologies, which improves communication and understanding between professionals and patients.
Stage of development
Scientific basis
Development and implementation
Initial field trials
Evaluation and optimisation
Ready for practical use
What problem do many companies face?
As part of the digital transformation, patients often have questions about digitalisation and accessibility, which places new demands on therapists. There is a lack of clear guidance on the use of smart technologies in the therapy and healthcare sectors.
How does the tool help to solve the problem?
A guideline is being developed to serve as a framework for the use of smart technologies in speech and language therapy. The focus is on the following elements: support in selecting suitable technologies for therapy, a patient-centred approach, and recognising when the use of technology is actually beneficial.
How is the tool used within the company?
Mit der Leitlinie werden Dokumente bereitgestellt, die es ermöglichen, direkt in die schrittweise Anpassung therapeutischer Workflows einzusteigen, bis diese zur Routine werden. Die Leitlinie fördert evidenzbasierte Therapie und trägt zur Qualitätssicherung bei.
What added value does the tool bring to the company?
There is no set timeframe for using the tool; it is a self-learning tool that enables staff to use it according to their own needs and at their own pace. This makes it easier to integrate into day-to-day practice and promotes flexibility. Furthermore, the tool can be used in teaching and further training to provide targeted training for skilled workers in the use of smart technologies and to continuously expand their knowledge.
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