Always Growing
IAOM 2019 Convention: "Airway is Everything"
Carmen Rathert, M.S. CCC-SLP, COM, recently attended the IAOM 2019 convention in New Orleans, LA. The focus of the convention was on the importance of airway in our lives. Orofacial Myologists are just one of a team of professionals that can assist in the assessment and treatment of airway dysfunction.
Meet our new staff members!
We are happy to welcome Lauren Helmig and Jessica Diermann to our Child's Play Team! Lauren is a certified occupational therapy assistant and Jessica is a licensed physical therapist. Both have a passion for working with the pediatric population. Welcome to the team!
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing
Emily Stocking, LPC has recently completed training for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR helps let go of past experiences and updates them to a healthier present perspective. Organizing negative and positive feelings, emotions, and thoughts through specific eye movements and tapping can help children work through disturbing memories. We are so excited for Emily to bring this new treatment approach to the Pediatric Place. Please call our office for more information.
Jessi Frencken, MPT
Jessi Frencken, MPT attended a course on therapeutic interventions for toe walking. In this course, Jessi learned the newest evidence-based practice for treating idiopathic toe walking. She now has advanced skills in taping, bracing, and neuromuscular re-education to facilitate improved posture and gait.
Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Conference
Kim and Jessi attended the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy's annual conference for school based therapists. They gained further insight on the legalities of school based therapy services as well as updated best practice for IEP eligibility, goals and service implementation.
Collaborating with Local Professionals
Carmen Rathert, M.S. CCC-SLP, COM is excited to share information regarding orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMD)with local dentist, Krystal Gillis, DDS, and her staff in October. Dentists are often the first to identify causes and symptoms of OMD such as tongue or lip tie, maloclussions, poor oral health, mouth breathing, clenching and grinding. A team approach is the best way to assess and treat these individuals. We are looking forward to working with Dr. Gillis and her staff!
What's New in the Clinic
Welcome Greeting Signs
Our new activity within the clinic lets your child choose their own welcome greeting when they come to therapy! This activity helps to establish independence and build rapport between your child and their therapist.