Abstract: Objective To explore the speech characteristics and intervention of aphasia after left basal ganglion impairment. Methods Chinese Standard Language Test of Aphasia is used to assess 6 patients with aphasia after left basal ganglion impairment. Schuell's stimulation approach and communication intervention of daily life were used. Results All the patients were difficult for verbal naming and active description. The ability of listening comprehension, speech, and reading improved after intervention. Writing ability improved in 2 patients. Conclusion Aphasia after left basal ganglion impairment appears difficulty of verbal naming and active description. Schuell's stimulation approach combined with communication training of daily life may be helpful to improve their speech.

Key words: aphasia, basal ganglion, speech, Schuell's stimulation approach, naming