Palatometer and nasometer apparatus

Details Palatometer and nasometer apparatus Palatometer and nasometer apparatus

2005-12-13

2005-12-13

Hindenburg, Max F. (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Measuring anatomical characteristic or force applied to or...

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06974424

ABSTRACT:
A palatometer and nasometer apparatus is disclosed for the diagnosis and treatment of speech impairment, new language sound learning, and other uses. The palatometer includes a palatal body containing electrodes which fits in a user's mouth. Contact between the user's tongue or lips and the electrodes is indicated on display equipment. The palatometer and display equipment operate to indicate the position and movement of the tongue and lips. The nasometer includes interchangeable sound separator plates to fit users with different facial curvatures. Microphones are attached to the top and bottom of the sound separator plate to measure sound emitted from the nose and mouth for determining the nasality of speech. The palatometer and nasometer are combined to optimize the ability to define speech normality as well as diagnose and remediate speech.

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