This case study describes the investigation and treatment of a child with
abnormal production of /s/ and lzl, using the instrumental technique of
electropalatography (EPG). Children such as the one described can be
resistant to treatment using conventional approaches, with the result that
the difficulties may persist for years. EPG appears to be a potentially
valuable tool that provides the clinician with more detailed information
on tongue/palate contact, and offers the client important visual feedback
for instantaneous monitoring, which helps to establish permanent
modification of tongue placement patterns.
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