The world of Speech Pathology has access to limited practical, clinical technology. However, when I first learned about Speech buddies Buddies, specifically designed tools for individual problem sounds that would be placed inside the mouth and teach the proper and consistent tongue placement that we all try to achieve, I was most intrigued.
The method of almost instant intra-oral tactile feedback that has been created is effective and works impressively well. It has quickly become clear to me that Speech Buddies do a great job of teaching children how to place their to accomplish proper sound production. In addition, parents are impressed and supportive when I am able to recommend a technological option for their child that I think will speed up their learning process. It is most reassuring to them, and adds to my credibility in the early days of establishing a therapeutic relationship, that I have a variety of methods, both conventional and cutting-edge that I can use for their child. As for the kids, they always love gadgets, games and anything "techy" - especially something that they can actually touch which helps them and allows them to see rapid positive results.
Speech Buddies provides effective tactile feedback where parents and children can rapidly hear and feel a difference. They motivate and encourage everyone involved in the Speech Pathology process, allowing for faster progress and easier carryover and generalization outside of the therapeutic environment. Speech Buddies are unique, effective tactile feedback tools that truly do what they are designed to accomplish. They help to correct problem sounds while encouraging and motivating in both a therapy and home setting. They work and are worthy of your interest.
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