Definition of Speech therapySpeech therapy: The treatment of speech and communication disorders. The approach used depends on the disorder. It may include physical exercises to strengthen the muscles used in speech (oral-motor work), speech drills to improve clarity, or sound production practice to improve articulation. See also communication disorders, speech disorders, speech-language pathologist. Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionaryhttp://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=11252 Last Editorial Review: 4/27/2011 5:27:15 PM
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