How to Decrease Tongue Protrusion & Encourage Retraction
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 17th Oct 2014
Question: I have a 2 year old on my EI caseload, our program purchased a z-vibe kit for him. He is demonstrating some sensory aversion, drooling, and an open mouth posture with tongue protrusion. His tongue protrusion is beginning to affect production of his speech sounds. Are there any specific exercises I can have him do to decrease tongue protrusion? Thank you so much for you
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How to Develop a Rotary Chewing Pattern
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 3rd Jun 2014
I recently completed a Clinical Swallow Evaluation and today a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study of a 10 yr old boy's swallow (both revealed a safe swallow that is within normal limits) and observed that his is not an age-appropriate chew pattern. He engages in a Nonstereotypic Vertical Movement during mastication. As a result, oral prep phase is significantly extended and his mother
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Oral Sensitivities and Low Tone in Children with Down Syndrome
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 11th Dec 2013
Question: I have a 12 day old infant with diagnosed Down Syndrome. She has moderate tongue protrusion. A friend suggested your products. I was wondering which ones you recommend and any suggestions you might have? Thank you for your help with this!
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Dear New Mom, although each child is different, there are several goals that I usually work on:
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ORAL SENSITIVITIES
In my
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Fun, Edible Oral Motor Exercises for Kids
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 16th Oct 2013
Incorporating yummy treats into your oral motor therapy sessions is a great way to spark interest and increase attention. As long as there are no food allergies, the following goodies will sweeten your efforts to improve tongue elevation, tongue lateralization, oral awareness, lip closure, tongue strength, and much more.
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LOLLIPOPS
Most brands will do, but Dum Dums are my favo
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