WHY-O-MYO Podcast
by Janine Stiene
A speech therapy podcast, specializing in Myofunctional Therapy. The host, Janine Stiene, is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, trained Myofunctional Therapist (Garliner, IAOM, AOMT), TSSLD and owner of Long Island Speech. 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 received from a healthcare provider.
Episodes
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HY-O-MYO Podcast: Episode 33 - How and When you Should Get a Myofunctional Therapy Referral
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!
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Episode 29. The Sleep Apnea Solutions
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....
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Episode 28. Tongue Health
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…
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Episode 27. Sleep Disordered Breathing pt2
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…
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Episode 26. Sleep Disordered Breathing pt1
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...
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Episode 25. Habit Breakers
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...
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Episode 24. The Frenectomy Controversy
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…
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Episode 23. The Importance of Maximizing your Airway
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...
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Episode 22. Identifying and Addressing the Wellness and Growth of Frenums in Children
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...
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Episode 21. The Growth of Myofunctional Therapy
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...
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Episode 20. The Benefits of Having an Interdisciplinary Team and Approach to Speech Therapy.
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....
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Episode 19. The Value of Knowing About Myofunctional Therapy
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...
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Episode 18. Why Should Medical and Dental Providers Understand the Tongue?
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…
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Episode 17. How To Identify A Tongue Thrust
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...
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Episode 16. Frenum Recap
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...
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Episode 15. Lingual Frenum Procedures
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...
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Episode 14. Posterior Tongue Ties
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…
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Episode 13. Anterior Tongue Ties
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…
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Episode 12. How long does a Myofunctional Therapy program take to complete?
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...
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Episode 11. Why is Attendance so Important?
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…
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Episode 10. Practice Makes Perfect...
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…
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Episode 9. What does a Myofunctional Therapy evaluation entail?
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...
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Episode 8. Questions to Ask Before Your Child's Frenectomy?
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...
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Episode 7. Differing Opinions of the Lingual Frenum
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.…
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Episode 6. Medical and Dental History Pointing Towards a Tongue Thrust
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...
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Episode 5. Is Your Child A Picky Eater?
Does your child refuse to eat certain foods? Are they stuck in a trend of eating the same thing all the time? Are mealtimes beyond stressful? If you answered "yes" to the questions above, your child may need Feeding Therapy or Myofunctional Therapy. Listen to find out! DISCLAIMER: All content,...
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Episode 4. Snoring, Frequent Throat Infections, Dark Circles...
Does your child snore? Have a history of frequent throat infections? Have dark circles under their eyes? Your child may have a tongue thrust! 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...
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Episode 3. Myofunctional Therapy for Thumbsuckers, Teeth Grinders & TMJ
Did you know that that your tongue muscle is as strong as your heart? Listen to this episode of WHY-O MYO to find out how Myofunctional Therapy can help thumbsuckers, those who grind their teeth and have TMJ. DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the...
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Episode 2.5. What is a Tongue Thrust?
In our last podcast (episode 2), we discussed the areas that are impacted by a tongue thrust and how myofunctional therapy is the best approach. In this episode, we continue our conversation and answer all questions surrounding, "what is a tongue thrust?" For the video mentioned by Janine, please...
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Episode 2. Are you a candidate for Myofunctional Therapy?
In this episode, Janine discusses some of the symptoms that you might see that would make you a candidate for Myofunctional Therapy. This is part 1 of 2. Stay tuned for part 2... DISCLAIMER: All content, details, as well as education shared on this podcast are the opinions of the speaker and for...
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Episode 1. Who, What, Where, When and WHY of Myofunctional Therapy!
Why-O Myo is a speech therapy podcast, specializing in Myofunctional Therapy. The host, Janine Stiene, is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, trained Myofunctional Therapist (Garliner, IAOM, AOMT), TSSLD and owner of Long Island Speech. Follow our podcast to learn the who, what, where, when...
About this show
A speech therapy podcast, specializing in Myofunctional Therapy. The host, Janine Stiene, is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, trained Myofunctional Therapist (Garliner, IAOM, AOMT), TSSLD and owner of Long Island Speech. 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 received from a healthcare provider.
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Janine Stiene