An integrated evaluation of non‐speech oral motor treatments

Abstract

. Powell T. W. ( 2008 ) , 39 , 422 – 427 . DOI: 10.1044/0161‐1461(2008/039) . Purpose This paper functions as an epilogue to the clinical forum examining the use of non‐speech oral motor treatments to remediate speech sound disorders in children.Method Conclusions to eight clinical questions are formed based on the findings that were reported in the clinical forum. Theoretical and clinical challenges are also identified.Conclusion Non‐speech oral motor treatments have serious theoretical and empirical shortcomings. At present, there is insufficient evidence to support the routine clinical application of these procedures to remediate developmental speech sound disorders.