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Oral Placement Therapy

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About Oral Placement Therapy

Oral placement therapy (OPT) is a specialized form of speech therapy that focuses on improving the tongue’s position and movement during speech and feeding. It is particularly helpful for individuals who experience challenges related to:

  • Articulation
  • Feeding
  • Oral motor skills
  • Drooling

Tactile stimulation

Applying gentle pressure to specific areas of the mouth and face to enhance sensory awareness and improve tongue control.

Visual prompts

Using mirrors and other visual aids to help individuals see the correct tongue position for different speech sounds.

Proprioceptive activities

 Exercises that involve specific tongue movements and chewing patterns to improve motor skills and coordination.

Auditory feedback

Providing verbal cues and feedback to help individuals hear and correct their speech errors.

Sensory integration

Activities that combine different sensory modalities (touch, taste, smell, sight, sound) to promote sensory awareness and integration.

Benefits of oral placement therapy:

  • Improved speech clarity: OPT can help individuals articulate sounds more clearly and accurately, leading to better communication.
  • Enhanced feeding skills: OPT can improve sucking, swallowing, and chewing abilities, making it easier for individuals to eat and drink effectively.
  • Reduced drooling: By improving tongue control, OPT can help reduce excessive drooling.
  • Increased confidence and self-esteem: Improved speech and feeding skills can boost confidence and self-esteem, promoting better social interaction and participation in daily activities.
  • Improved oral motor skills: OPT can enhance overall oral motor skills, leading to better control of the tongue, lips, and jaw.

OPT can be beneficial for children of all ages, including:

  • Infants and toddlers: Children experiencing feeding difficulties or delayed speech development.
  • Children with speech sound disorders: Individuals with articulation problems like lisping or difficulty producing certain sounds.
  • Children with oral motor difficulties: Individuals with tongue thrust, tongue tie, or other issues affecting oral motor control.

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We will send you a confirmation within 24 hours. Call or Whatsapp us on 888-265-8888.

Oral placement therapy is a personalized intervention. The specific techniques and duration of treatment will vary depending on the individual’s needs and goals.

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    5/25 Lower Ground, West Patel Nagar, New Delhi-110008

    +91-888-265-8888
    contact@holistictouch.co.in

    Department Hours

    Mon - Sat08:00 - 20:00
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