Rationale for including orofacial myofunctional therapy in university training programs
Pierce, R.; Taylor, P.
International journal of orofacial myology official publication of the International Association of Orofacial Myology 27: 24-32
2001
ISSN/ISBN: 0735-0120 PMID: 11892368 Document Number: 530320
This article provides information on the need felt by speech-language pathologists for training in orofacial myofunctional phenomena. Results of a survey indicate 97.7% of respondents felt training is necessary, while only 7.9% felt their training was adequate. ASHA position statements regarding orofacial myology are reviewed. ASHA and IAOM suggested competencies are also included.