The Myohacker Podcast: Answering Parent Questions about Airway & Myo Health
The Myohacker Podcast: Answering Parent Questions about Airway & Myo Health
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast. I am your host, Karindy Ong. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in myofunctional therapy and the mom of two who has learned through clinical and personal experience how to get clear as we navigate decisions related to airway health. I am on a mission to educate families without the overwhelm so that our children can grow, eat, breathe, and thrive.
Join me each week as we explore the crucial connection between how we breathe, swallow, eat, speak and sleep. We will discuss how these functions affect us holistically and discuss the why and the how of airway challenges. From tongue ties and tongue thrust, we unpack questions from parents to clarify what a whole-body approach to treatment and wellness means. Myofunctional therapy isn’t just about correcting a tongue tie; it’s about restoring balance and function to the body.
What You’ll Learn:
-How airway issues like mouth breathing can affect our health
-At-home strategies to support airway tone and development
-How myofunctional therapy can improve orthodontic outcomes and prevent issues like relapse
-The mind-body connection to airway health and why a holistic approach is essential
Through personal and clinical experience as a holistic airway provider, I bring you practical insights, interviews, and real-life case studies to show how a myofunctional approach can bring growth, life, and wellness where you have been stuck, confused, and ill. Each week I’ll share resources, mindset shifts and hands-on strategies you can use to start making a difference.
Tune in to The Myohacker Podcast today! And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @MyohackerSLP. For in-depth resources, free guides, and access to my online courses, visit MyohackerSLP.com
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of airway health, myofunctional therapy, and holistic wellness for children and families. Topics include practical strategies for parenting around airway issues, insights on tongue ties, feeding challenges, and interviews with healthcare professionals, such as discussions on the impact of nutrition and genetics on health outcomes.
Welcome to The Myohacker Podcast. I am your host, Karindy Ong. I am a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist specialized in myofunctional therapy and the mom of two who has learned through clinical and personal experience how to get clear as we navigate decisions related to airway health. I am on a mission to educate families without the overwhelm so that our children can grow, eat, breathe, and thrive.
Join me each week as we explore the crucial connection between how we breathe, swallow, eat, speak and sleep. We will discuss how these functions affect us holistically and discuss the why and the how of airway challenges. From tongue ties and tongue thrust, we unpack questions from parents to clarify what a whole-body approach to treatment and wellness means. Myofunctional therapy isn’t just about correcting a tongue tie; it’s about restoring balance and function to the body.
What You’ll Learn:
-How airway issues like mouth breathing can affect our health
-At-home strategies to support airway tone and development
-How myofunctional therapy can improve orthodontic outcomes and prevent issues like relapse
-The mind-body connection to airway health and why a holistic approach is essential
Through personal and clinical experience as a holistic airway provider, I bring you practical insights, interviews, and real-life case studies to show how a myofunctional approach can bring growth, life, and wellness where you have been stuck, confused, and ill. Each week I’ll share resources, mindset shifts and hands-on strategies you can use to start making a difference.
Tune in to The Myohacker Podcast today! And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @MyohackerSLP. For in-depth resources, free guides, and access to my online courses, visit MyohackerSLP.com
In this episode of The MyoHacker Podcast, Karindy interviews Autumn Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, IBCLC about the basics and complexities of tethered oral tissues, particularly tongue ties. They discuss the importance of recognizing signs of oral motor dysfunction in children, the nuances of transitioning to solid foods, and the connections between tongue ties, breathing, and overall health. Autumn emphasizes the need for proper assessments and addresses common misconceptions about tongue. You’ll learn about tongue-tie classification, potential long-term health issues, and the importance of patient education. They emphasize the need for a multidisciplinary approach to treatment, how treatment is different for specific age groups (babies, toddlers, school-aged children, teens and adults), treatment with ENTs vs. dentists, and the pros and cons of laser vs. scissors for tongue tie releases. They wrap up the discussion emphasizing the importance of post-release care commitment. If you are curious about tongue ties and want to learn more, this is the episode for you!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tethered Oral Tissues
04:26 Recognizing Signs of Oral Motor Dysfunction
06:05 Transitioning to Solid Foods
09:10 Understanding Constipation and Tongue Ties
11:23 The Connection Between Tongue Ties and Breathing
12:40 The Importance of Proper Tongue Tie Assessment
20:55 The Role of Human Growth Hormone
25:09 Evaluating the Need for Tongue Tie Release
29:41 Understanding Tongue Ties and Their Impact
31:01 Classification of Tongue Ties
33:07 Long-Term Health Issues Related to Tongue Ties
37:08 The Importance of Patient Education and Autonomy
38:40 Care and Commitment Post-Release
40:50 Multidisciplinary Care for Tongue Tie Treatment
44:07 Challenges in Treating Toddlers with Tongue Ties
49:07 Choosing Between ENT and Dentist for Treatment
53:21 Laser vs. Scissors: The Best Approach
54:25 Connecting with Autumn and Resources for Families
How to Connect with Autumn:
- Instagram | @chrysalisorofacial1
- Email | [email protected]
- https://www.chrysalisorofacial.com/
How to Connect with Karindy:
- https://www.myohackerslp.com/
- Instagram | @myohackerslp
- Facebook | @myohackerslp
- YouTube | @theMyohackerPodcast
- Spotify | The Myohacker Podcast
- Apple Podcast | The Myohacker Podcast
Credits:
The Myohacker Podcast is hosted by Karindy Ong, MA, CCC-SLP and edited by Allison Massengale. Song “Better Sweater” performed by Desert Dive, licensed via Soundstripe. Content ID: 8WPL6IF2LRP25NVP
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