Success Story: Emma & Heather
Heather A. Vukelich, MS, CCC-SLP, TalkTools Level 4 Therapist specialized in Down Syndrome, has recorded her adult client Emma along her progression in speech clarity, from 18 to 24. Heather…
JAW WEAKNESS
Effects of Limited or Excessive Jaw Mobility during Conversational Speech
by Sara Rosenfeld-Johnson This presentation was made at the 2015 annual ASHA Convention, Session #1080. Abstract: Practicing Speech-Language Pathologists report that many clients demonstrate limited or excessive up-and-down jaw movements…
Ask A Therapist: TMJ Sensory Feedback for Calming
Hey Sara, Recently you had a parent open question meeting in Corpus Christi, TX. I was there with my 8 month old baby. You were talking to a woman who’s…
Ask A Therapist: Down Syndrome & OPT
Hello. I have a 10 year old daughter with Down Syndrome and severe speech and language delays. I am interested in your program, but don’t know if it is appropriate…
Ask A Therapist: Teeth Grinding
My child has no problems with eating or drinking, but grinds his teeth until I want to grind mine! His dentist says it’s common in kids with Down syndrome. I…
Ask A Therapist: Teeth Grinding
My child has no problems with eating or drinking, but grinds his teeth until I want to grind mine! His dentist says it’s common in kids with Down syndrome. I…
Ask a Therapist: Dystonic Cerebral Palsy Extension Patterns and Jaw Weakness
Hi there, I have just assessed an absolutely delightful little four-year-old boy with a diagnosis of Dystonic Cerebral Palsy. All four limbs are affected but the weakness is more apparent…