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A special look into a study – The effect of EMST on Parkinson’s Disease

This blog post will look into a recent study which delved into the impacts of Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) on those with Parkinson’s Disease. Many individuals with Parkinson’s Disease experience voice and speech difficulties, usually related to reduced volume of speech, reduced breath support for speech, and difficulty with articulation. One treatment option is EMST – but what does this look like? And what does the research say about its impact on symptoms of Parkinson’s Read more…

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Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST)- An Overview

Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) – An Overview Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) has emerged as a simple yet powerful tool to support anyone looking to improve their expiratory strength. Though initially designed to prevent complications like aspiration pneumonia, EMST is now gaining widespread attention for its broader impact – improving respiratory function, swallowing, voice, and even quality of life, for example in individuals with neurodegenerative conditions.  What is EMST?  EMST is a resistance-based breathing Read more…

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2025 Speech Pathology Week – Impact through Communication

During August 24th – August 30th, Speech Pathology Week 2025 was celebrated across Australia. This year’s theme, ‘Impact through Communication,’ highlights the many ways that communication changes lives. As speech pathologists, it is our passion to support individuals to connect with the impact of communication in a way that reflects them.  An estimated 1.2 million Australians need support with communication. Here at HAHAUS, we are privileged to support Tasmanians and Sydneysiders with their communication and Read more…

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10 Common Terms Related to Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s Disease is the world’s fastest-growing neurological condition. When an individual receives a diagnosis, their support team will endeavour to provide them with as much knowledge as possible so that they, and their loved ones, are empowered to understand and make decisions around their disease management.   This blog post provides definitions for 10 of the most common terms related to Parkinson’s Disease to help you in feeling more confident to navigate conversations with health workers Read more…

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