WHY-O-MYO Podcast

Join our host Janine Stiene for this week’s episode of Why-O-Myo as she discusses how and when you should get a Myofunctional Therapy referral!

Are you still searching for the fix for your Sleep Apnea, but unsure what the best option is? In this week's episode, we'll be circling back to sleep apnea issues and sleep-disordered breathing, and digging deeper into a CPAP machine and the role of Myofunctiuonal therapy in solving this problem. Listen now to find out how you can improve your overall health and learn more about this commo...

Not sure what to look for when it comes to addressing your tongue health? Did you know that the white on your tongue isn't only an indicator of telling a fib, but your health too? In this week's episode, we are going to drive into all the indicators that could help you improve your health with the help of your tongue placement. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared...

Are you looking for a boost with your Speech or Myofunctional Therapy plan? In the last episode, we focused on how Spot Pal helps sleep-disordered breathing, but did you know that it can speed up your therapy program by miles, too? Check out this week's episode, and learn how you can take advantage of all the resources that can amplify your Sleep, Speech, and Myofunctional Therapy goals!  DISC...

Are you or your child having trouble sleeping, and feeling restless during the day? Not everyone knows the questions to ask to find out the root of the problem, and how lack of sleep can impact your brain's development.  Listen to this week's episode to find out what the questions are, what your doctors should be asking during physicals and how to find out if sleep disordered breathing cou...

Looking for a way to support passive and subconscious therapy? Listen to learn more about Habit Breakers! We'll be talking about rakes and cribs, and how a less invasive route is the way to go. Check out Spot Pal, the first-ever non-invasive tongue-training appliance, that is the perfect supplemental therapy tool! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, a...

Did you know that the frenum is often overlooked by practitioners when evaluating your child for other issues? In fact, most of the time, a frenectomy could be the fix! Listen to this episode to see if the feeding issues your child is having are caused by a tie! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast, are the opinions of the speaker and are for informational...

It’s been a while, but that’s because I’ve been busy working on our new product, Spot Pal! Did you know, maximizing your airway space is crucial, involving dentists, oral surgeons, and body workers? In Myofunctional therapy, supporting natural palate expansion and airway health is essential, and proper tongue positioning aids swallowing and limits malocclusion. Spot Pal can enhance therapy success...

Tune in and listen to how addressing the health of frenums in children early on can help with overall speech and oral health. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a...

Listen to how Myofunctional Therapy is on the rise amongst many medical fields, as well as creating more growth and awareness for the importance of Myofunctional therapy. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or co...

Learn the benefits of having and understanding an interdisciplinary team and approach to improve and understand more about your Childs speech therapy. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podc...

Listen to why Myofunctional Therapy education carries a heavyweight when it comes to treatment and therapeutic intervention. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a...

Listen to why it's important for medical and dental providers to understand the muscle impacting the bone (the tongue) and why it's essential to work together to help treat a tongue thrust. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding...

How can you determine a possible tongue thrust before even hearing the patient speak? Listen to find out! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replac...

Did you miss any of our episodes regarding your frenum? Listen to our recap now! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diagnosis or replace the information receive...

Have you ever wondered what is entailed in lingual frenum procedure, aka a frenectomy? Listen to find out the difference between traditional cutting vs laser, the recovery, insurance coverage and post-surgery speech therapy. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certif...

On our last episode, Janine discussed anterior tongue ties. Listen now to find out about posterior tongue ties and how they differ!  DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should no...

Does your child have an anterior tongue tie? Listen to find out what it looks like and what you can do if you suspect your child has one! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should no...

There is a standard amount of time to complete our Myofunctional Therapy program. However, there are many things that can extend that amount of time. Listen to find out! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or con...

Whether it's summer, the holiday season or it's just your average week...attendance is crucial! Listen to find out what can happen when you miss your speech therapy sessions and what is entailed in our re-evaluations. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified med...

A myofunctional therapy program is only as successful as the time that you put into therapy, but also the time you put into your speech outside of the therapy room. Listen to find out why practice is so important and how often you should be practicing on your own. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational pur...

What does a Myofunctional Therapy evaluation entail? Listen to find out what we look for and get the inside scoop!  DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast should not serve as a diag...

How do you decide who or what type of professional you should consult with if a frenectomy is necessary? What sort of questions should you ask? Listen to find out! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns,...

Is it common for medical and dental providers to disagree with a myofunctional therapist's assessment of the lingual frenum? Listen to find out!! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a certified medical professional regarding any questions or concerns, as this podcast s...

Can a patient's medical or dental history predict a potential future tongue thrust? Have you had a pallet expander or braces? History of enlarged tonsils or adenoids? You may be in need of myofunctional therapy. Listen to find out! DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for informational purposes only. Please consult with a...