LSVT LOUD is a highly effective, evidence-based speech therapy that improves communication and quality of life for people with Parkinson’s, Pediatrics, and other conditions.

 

• Scientifically validated over the last 30 years with research funding from the National Institutes of Health and other organizations, LSVT LOUD is the only speech treatment with level one evidence for people with Parkinson’s. Published outcomes on LSVT LOUD have documented:

   

  • Increased vocal loudness

  • Improved articulation and speech intelligibility

  • Improved intonation

  • Improvements in facial expression

  • Changes in neural functioning related to voice and speech

• LSVT LOUD is a standardized treatment protocol that is customized to the unique communication goals of each client. LSVT LOUD can result in improvements in clients across a range of disease severities and communication impairments.

• LSVT LOUD treatment always consists of:

   

  1. 16 sessions, 4 consecutive days a week for 4 weeks

  2. 60-minute one-on-one therapy sessions

  3. Daily homework and carryover exercises

  4. Personalized communication activities and goals

• This dosage is consistent with principles of neuroplasticity and proven by years of research. It is essential that LSVT LOUD treatment is only delivered by speech-language pathologists who are certified in this method.

• Prescription for LSVT LOUD therapy should include “SLP evaluation and treatment.”

   

  • “LSVT LOUD” is not required on the prescription but is recommended

  • You can locate LSVT Certified Clinicians at www.lsvtglobal.com using the “Find LSVT Clinicians” button at the top of the page.

 

Note: LSVT LOUD is the only product name associated with these evidence-based and highly effective treatments.