Define dysarthria, as well as the symptoms of flaccid dysarthria, spastic dysarthria, ataxic dysarthria, hyperkinetic dysarthria, and hypokinetic dysarthria
Dysarthria is a speech disorder that is caused by paralysis, muscular weakness, and dyscoordination of the speech muscles.
? Flaccid dysarthria is characterized by muscular weakness and hypotonia (low muscle tone).
? Spastic dysarthria (depending on the area of damage) results in paralysis, muscular weakness, and inability to inhibit reflexes (hyperreflexia). In some cases, the client has increased muscle tone (hypertonia).
? Ataxic dysarthria is characterized by loss of coordination, distorted speech, and erratic articulation.
? Hyperkinetic dysarthria is distinguished by the involuntary movement of speech muscles.
? Hypokinetic dysarthria is characterized by lack of movement, rushed speech, rapid speech, and reduced vocal intensity.
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