Speech therapy is a key pillar of rehabilitation, as it addresses two fundamental daily life functions: communication and safe swallowing. Disorders in these areas can significantly affect autonomy, social participation, and overall quality of life.

At Diaplasis Rehabilitation Center, in Kalamata, our speech therapists support individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, regardless of the cause (neurological, traumatic, or functional).

Speech Therapy Evaluation – Intervention

At Diaplasis, every speech therapy program is individually designed, based upon:

  • clinical status of the patient
  • medical history
  • functional needs of each patient

Speech therapy is part of the overall therapeutic plan, in co-operation with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
It aims at:

  • feeding safety and management of dysphagia
  • communications improvement
  • improving functional independence
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Which patients is Speech Therapy for


Speech therapy intervention concerns individuals with:

  • aphasia after a stroke
  • dysarthria and apraxia of speech
  • voice impairments
  • difficulties in chewing and swallowing
  • post surgery feeding difficulties
  • neurological conditions (stroke, Parkinson’s, MS)

Collaboration with patient and family

The philosophy of the Speech Therapy Department is based upon scientific documentation, continuous evaluation and the active participation of the patient. At the same time, family is informed and guided, so that it can act an ally in the therapeutic process.

The goal is:

  • maintaining autonomy
  • strengthening of communications
  • substantial reintegration into everyday life activities

Frequently Asked Questions

Intervention starts as soon as possible, for better results in communications and swallowing rehabilitation.

Yes. Using specialized techniques, speech therapy significantly contributes to improving the safety and efficiency of swallowing.

Yes.  Family guidance and support are an important part of the rehabilitation process.