What is Down Syndrome? Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder also known as ‘Trisomy 21’. Individuals diagnosed with Down Syndrome have an extra copy of the 21st chromosome. How are speech, language and feeding skills affected? Speech, language and feeding skills can all be affected by anatomical, physiological, and intellectual differences secondary to a diagnosis
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March 21st (3/21) is World Down Syndrome Day as Down Syndrome is caused by 3 copies of chromosome 21! To spread awareness, here are 21 facts about Down Syndrome! Down Syndrome is the most frequent chromosomal disorder. It occurs in approximately 1 in 700 births. Typical characteristics of Down Syndrome are developmental delays, low
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Mealtime is a great way to spend time with family and friends. We’ve all had those moments where we have taken too big-a-bite, didn’t chew enough, and/or felt as if something “went down the wrong tube.” As adults, we don’t often have trouble understanding or communicating these events; however, many children are unable to do
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Hypotonia is a medical term for abnormally low muscle tone. It has also been referred to as Floppy Baby Syndrome. Normally even relaxed muscles have a small amount of contraction that allows them to have a spring feel that provides some resistance to passive movement. Since muscle tone is regulated by signals traveling from the
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Have you ever wondered if speech therapy is right for your child? Sometimes parents have questions about their child’s speech and language development, and that’s okay! Just like any other skill, children acquire language and speech sounds at different rates. However, it is never a bad idea to reach out to your pediatrician if you have
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If your child is like many children, practicing speech at home might be easier said than done. What seems to us like a simple task can be boring, frustrating and hard to a child. Changing a learned motor pattern is a difficult task and it can become frustrating having someone correct the way you speak.
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This guide provides valuable insights into a speech therapy evaluation and treatment process, helping you understand how you can actively engage in your child’s therapy. If you have any questions about your appointment, please don’t hesitate to call our office, we’re here to support you! As pediatric Speech-Language Pathologists, our focus is on helping your
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1. Dance Party!!! Throw on your favorite song or playlist or make your own music and groove around the house. Whether there are few or many, a dance party is a great way to add movement to your day, and can offer a fun transition before or after school. It is a good way to get
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As with any learned skill, speech therapy is most effective if there is practice outside of the therapy room. Similar to learning how to play an instrument, learning a cartwheel, or learning how to play soccer, proper formation of speech sounds is a motor skill which requires practice, practice, practice in order to learn and
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Whether your child has been referred for physical therapy evaluation by their pediatrician or you are exploring whether PT could be helpful, we welcome you and want to share what to expect and how you can support your child’s journey. What is Pediatric Physical Therapy? Pediatric PT helps children develop the strength, coordination, and mobility
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Eugene, OR 97401
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