Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) is a therapeutic approach used to help individuals with speech, feeding, and swallowing disorders by targeting the muscles of the mouth, face, and jaw. OPT involves a variety of techniques and exercises designed to improve oral motor skills, which are essential for clear speech, proper eating, and drinking. The therapy often includes the use of specific tools and techniques, such as massaging or applying pressure to the lips, tongue, and cheeks, as well as practicing specific movements to strengthen and coordinate these muscles. OPT is commonly used with individuals who have conditions such as speech delays, autism, cerebral palsy, or other neurological disorders. The goal of OPT is to improve functional oral movements, leading to better communication and eating abilities.
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