Collaboration Through MYOPHYSX
Bridging Disciplines to Support Whole-Patient Wellness
At MYOPHYSX, we believe in partnership over silos. Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is most impactful when integrated into a collaborative, interdisciplinary model of care. Many patients present with overlapping symptoms—from sleep-disordered breathing and TMJ dysfunction to postural imbalances and feeding difficulties—that benefit from multiple expert lenses. MYOPHYSX helps build those bridges.
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Supporting Providers and Enhancing Patient Care: connection to orofacial myofunctional therapy
OROFACIAL MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
Connection to Specialties:
- OMT helps identify dysfunctions in breathing, swallowing, and posture that may require interdisciplinary care.
- Since OMT addresses root causes, screenings often uncover patterns linked to a wide range of medical conditions across multiple specialties.
- Therapists refer to other providers when signs fall outside the myofunctional scope to ensure comprehensive support.
PEDIATRICS
Connection to OMT:
- Identify early red flags for oral dysfunction: snoring, mouth breathing, or feeding difficulty.
- Refer to OMT for airway support, facial development, and improved sleep and behavior.
- Educate parents on functional growth and oral motor milestones.
DENTAL HYGIENE (RDH)
Connection to OMT:
- Dental hygienists are often the first to observe signs of orofacial myofunctional disorders during routine cleanings.
- Their preventive care role allows them to educate patients on the importance of nasal breathing, oral posture, and muscle function for long-term oral and airway health.
- Hygienists can collaborate with myofunctional therapists by screening for dysfunctions and referring patients for neuromuscular re-education when needed.
DENTISTRY
Connection to OMT:
- Identify malocclusions, tongue-tie, and airway issues that impact oral function.
- Collaborate with myofunctional therapists to support tongue posture, proper swallowing, and oral habit correction.
- Use OMT before, during, and after orthodontic treatment to prevent relapse and enhance stability.
ORTHODONTICS
Connection to OMT:
- Address oral posture issues contributing to malocclusions.
- Use OMT to prevent orthodontic relapse and improve long-term stability.
- Identify and correct oral habits such as tongue thrust, mouth breathing, and dysfunctional swallowing.
- Integrate therapy into palatal expansion and airway-focused orthodontic protocols.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY (SLP)
Connection to OMT:
- Address speech distortions related to tongue position and oral muscle tone.
- Co-treat cases of tongue thrust, swallowing dysfunction, and open mouth posture.
- Align functional speech therapy with OMT to promote more integrated outcomes.
OTOLARYNGOLOGY (ENT)
Connection to OMT:
- Treat nasal obstructions, enlarged tonsils, and structural airway issues.
- Collaborate with OMTs to help patients transition to nasal breathing post-surgery.
- Evaluate airway anatomy in cases of sleep-disordered breathing or chronic mouth breathing.
PSYCHOLOGY
Connection to OMT:
- Address stress-related oral behaviors such as bruxism, mouth breathing, and clenching.
- Collaborate with OMTs to retrain habitual patterns affecting sleep, posture, and regulation.
- Support patient awareness around breathing and nervous system function.
NUTRITION
Connection to OMT:
- Recommend anti-inflammatory and airway-friendly diets to support oral muscle tone.
- Work with OMTs to manage chewing and swallowing difficulties.
- Educate patients on nutrition's impact on airway health, growth, and recovery.
CHIROPRACTIC (DC)
Connection to OMT:
- Align spinal and cranial structures to improve oral posture and airway function.
- Co-manage TMJ dysfunction and neuromuscular imbalances with OMTs.
- Address compensatory postural habits linked to breathing dysfunction and facial asymmetry.
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Connection to OMT:
- Address postural dysfunction impacting jaw and airway alignment.
- Co-manage forward head posture, cranial tension, and muscular strain affecting oral function.
- Assist in TMJ therapy and optimize head/neck support for better breathing and oral posture.
OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE (DO)
Connection to OMT:
- Treat somatic dysfunctions that affect nasal breathing and tongue posture.
- Integrate osteopathic manipulative treatment with OMT goals to restore craniofacial balance.
- Address fascial and structural strain patterns influencing orofacial function.
MASSAGE THERAPY (LMT)
Connection to OMT:
- Release muscle tension and fascial restrictions in the jaw, neck, and cranial base.
- Work with OMTs to reduce strain impacting oral function and posture.
- Support healing through lymphatic drainage and improved circulation in oral-facial structures.
International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Connection to OMT:
- Support infants with tongue-tie, latching difficulties, and early feeding dysfunction.
- Partner with OMTs to optimize oral motor skills and breathing coordination.
- Guide families through pre- and post-frenectomy care and infant oral development.
Endocrinology
Connection to OMT:
- Manage metabolic, thyroid, or hormonal imbalances that affect tissue tone and airway function.
- Collaborate with OMTs when breathing dysfunction, obesity, or sleep-disordered breathing are present.
- Work together to improve outcomes through a whole-system, integrative approach.
Neurology
Connection to OMT:
- Evaluate patients with neural regulation issues contributing to oral dysfunction, sleep disruption, or motor delays.
- Collaborate with OMTs on neuroplasticity-based retraining of oral-motor pathways.
- Support integrated care for oromotor dystonia, bruxism, CNS sleeping disorders, and sensory processing challenges.
Plastic Surgery
Connection to OMT:
- Collaborate pre- and post-surgery to support facial symmetry, muscle tone, and functional breathing.
- Use OMT to enhance healing outcomes in procedures affecting the jaw, nose, lips, or midface.
- Address underlying muscle patterns and oral function alongside aesthetic goals.
Pulmonology
Connection to OMT:
- Manage sleep studies, CPAP therapy, and diagnosis of sleep-disordered breathing including OSA and UARS.
- Collaborate with OMTs to support airway tone, nasal breathing, and CPAP compliance.
- Refer patients for functional breathing retraining to improve oxygenation and sleep quality.
Ophthalmology & Neuro-Ophthalmology
Connection to OMT:
- Evaluate visual strain, binocular vision dysfunction (BVD), or convergence insufficiency that may contribute to orofacial muscle imbalance and postural compensation.
- Collaborate with OMTs when visual-motor integration impacts tongue posture, jaw positioning, or forward head posture.
- Address functional vision issues that overlap with symptoms of TMJ dysfunction, headaches, or abnormal breathing patterns.
Craniosacral Therapy
Connection to OMT:
- Address cranial strain patterns and fascial restrictions that impact tongue posture, TMJ alignment, and nasal breathing.
- Work with OMTs to release soft tissue tension contributing to dysfunction and improve neuromuscular coordination.
- Support nervous system regulation and whole-body balance to optimize OMT outcomes.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Connection to OMT:
- Support early oral-motor development and sensory integration, particularly in children under 4.
- Address coordination, feeding readiness, and postural control as part of OMT-informed care.
- Co-manage functional plans that include posture, respiration, and oral-motor behavior.
Naturopathic Practitioners
Connection to OMT:
- Address underlying inflammation, immune imbalances, or metabolic conditions contributing to airway dysfunction.
- Naturopathic care and targeted supplements can complement OMT by supporting nasal breathing, sleep quality, and neuromuscular balance.
- Offer integrative solutions that enhance the body's natural healing alongside functional retraining.
Athletic Trainers / Sports Medicine Physicians
Connection to OMT:
- Optimize breathing mechanics, posture, and neuromuscular coordination for athletic performance.
- Support injury prevention and rehabilitation with functional breathing and oral-motor stability.
- Collaborate to enhance endurance, recovery, and performance.
Physical Trainers & Movement Coaches
Connection to OMT:
- Observe and retrain breathing and posture patterns that impact performance.
- Use OMT techniques to improve core control, nasal breathing, and functional strength.
- Integrate movement therapy with airway-focused care.
Estheticians
Connection to OMT:
- Identify tension and muscular asymmetry affecting facial appearance and function.
- Work with OMTs to reduce orofacial strain and support healthy tissue tone.
- Provide complementary therapies such as lymphatic massage that enhance OMT results.
Cranial Fascial Release (CFR) Practitioners
Connection to OMT:
- CFR can help improve cranial mobility, nasal airflow, and structural alignment, creating a more responsive foundation for neuromuscular retraining.
- By addressing deep structural patterns, CFR may enhance the effectiveness of OMT exercises aimed at restoring proper tongue posture, breathing, and orofacial function.
- When appropriate, collaboration with a CFR-trained provider can support long-term gains by integrating structural release
Pelvic Floor Therapists (PFPT)
Connection to OMT:
- Address core and pelvic imbalances that contribute to postural compensation affecting oral and facial function.
- Co-manage retained reflexes, diaphragm dysfunction, and poor intra-abdominal pressure regulation linked to orofacial strain.
- Support full-body alignment and stability to enhance outcomes in tongue posture, breathing, and neuromuscular coordination.