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Oral Motor Disorders
Oral motor disorders are sometimes seen in children having speech problems.
Oral Motor Therapy is sometimes needed in certian cases and should be done by a qualified professional who is specialized in this area.
MAIN GOALS
TO IMPROVE THE FUNCTION OF THE ARTICULATORY ORGANS RESPONSIBLE FOR SPEECH SOUND PRODUCTION, CHEWING AND SWALLOWING.
THESE INCLUDE:
- Tongue
- Lips
- Jaw
- Cheeks
THESE EXERCISES, IF USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER INDICATED LINES OF THERAPY IN CERTAIN CASES CAN:
- Improve the functions of the articulatory organs
- Develop the ability of the child to properly produce various speech sounds
- Increase oral and peri-oral (around the mouth)-sensory awareness
- Improve sucking abilities
- Improve swallowing abilities (especially oral-preparatory and oral phases)