Parkinson disease prediction using intrinsic mode function based features from speech signal

Parkinson disease detection using energy direction features based on EMD from voice signal

An improved framework for Parkinson’s disease prediction using Variational Mode Decomposition-Hilbert spectrum of speech signal

The present review aims to analyze distinctive features of gamification in rehabilitation from neurodegenerative disorders. This work is an effort to decipher various gamified elements which are commonly used for the rehabilitation of patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases including the scope of these gamified techniques towards their role with traditional methods for recovery of such disorders. Further, gamified tools and techniques used in the treatment process are studied in depth. Moreover, an overview of the inclusion of gamified techniques used in healthcare for neurodegenerative diseases towards enhancing patient engagement is reviewed and modeling of gamification effectiveness using statistical tools have also been discussed. Subsequently, it is found out that the virtual reality games, active video games and serious games are most commonly used in rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases. The most used gamified techniques are found to be virtual reality and mobile video games followed by serious games. Moreover, despite some limitations, it is concluded that the gamified methods prove to be a valuable addition to traditional treatments as they enhance patient engagement, socialization, feedback, adherence to the treatment process and provides better health outcomes. Finally, it adds motivation, literacy and helps in diverting patients from painful treatments with effective therapeutics.

Effectiveness of gamification for the rehabilitation of neurodegenerative disorders

Purpose: To investigate people with Parkinson's disease (PwPD): 1) self-reported communication and swallowing difficulties due to Parkinson's disease (PD), 2) participation and psychosocial impacts...

Communication and swallowing changes, everyday impacts and access to speech-language pathology services for people with Parkinson's disease: An Australian survey

Neurodegenerative syndromes such as Parkinson’s disease usually lead to speech impairments Reduced intelligibility of spoken language is treatable with Speech and Language Therapy A successful speech therapy implements the principles of frequency, intensity and repetition Consequently, patients need to be highly motivated for the exercises to keep up with their training We argue that game-based technology are prone to support patients in partaking in a self-sustained high frequency training Furthermore, studies demonstrate that game-based interventions have the potential to enhance motivation for rehabilitative exercising in patients with neurological disorders Building on these insights we apply successful principles of gamification to enhance impaired speech in patients with neurogenerative syndromes With the ISi-Speech project (‘Individualisierte Spracherkennung in der Rehabilitation fur Menschen mit Beeintrachtigung in der Sprechverstandlichkeit’ (in German) [individual speech recognition in therapy for people with motor speech disorders]) we further integrate psychological motivation theory (self-determination) and user driven design into the developmental process of a rehabilitation tool for patients with Parkinson’s disease

Game-Based Speech Rehabilitation for People with Parkinson’s Disease

Neue Technologien in der Sprachtherapie

New technology promises high potential for empowerment and training in the health area. Effectiveness of training, however, is based upon realiable and frequent usage of technology. To achieve this goal we propose an approach based upon psychological models of motivation, namely self- determination theory. Using the example of patients with acquired speech motor impairments as dysarthria due to Parkinson's disease, we outline design strategies for tailored and adaptive technology that is embedded in speech therapy and allows for autonomous usage. "ISi-Speech" profits from an inter- disciplinary team of technicians, speech therapists and psychologists who were recently funded by the German ministry of Education and Research to build a digital training system for treatment of dysarthria. End users will be involved into design and formative evaluation processes.

Developing a Technology-Based Speech Intervention for Acquired Dysarthria A Psychological Approach

New technology promises high potential for empowerment and training in the health area. Effectiveness of training, however, is based upon realiable and frequent usage of technology. To achieve this goal we propose an approach based upon psychological models of motivation, namely self-determination theory. Using the example of patients with acquired speech motor impairments as dysarthria due to Parkinson’s disease, we outline design strategies for tailored and adaptive technology that is embedded in speech therapy and allows for autonomous usage. “ISi-Speech” profits from an interdisciplinary team of technicians, speech therapists and psychologists who were recently funded by the German ministry of Education and Research to build a digital training system for treatment of dysarthria. End users will be involved into design and formative evaluation processes.

Developing a Technology-Based Speech Intervention for Acquired Dysarthria

Speech impairment like dysarthria poses a major risk to participation in society due to reduced speech intelligibility. This paper focuses on the ongoing development of the technology-based pilot training system, ISi-Speech, for treatment of dysarthria incorporating automatic speech recognition, a psychological model of motivation and evidence-based exercises.

Hendrike Frieg

Papers

Game-Based Speech Rehabilitation for People with Parkinson’s Disease

Neue Technologien in der Sprachtherapie

Developing a Technology-Based Speech Intervention for Acquired Dysarthria A Psychological Approach

Developing a Technology-Based Speech Intervention for Acquired Dysarthria

ISi-Speech: A Digital Training System for Acquired Dysarthria.