Your Mouth Does More than Eat and Talk

It helps you:

  • Speak
  • Sit still
  • Stay steady
  • Use your hands

When these muscles are weak, you may see:

  • Slouching
  • Trips or falls
  • Tired muscles
  • Messy or slow handwriting

A strong mouth means a strong body

Why Speech Problems Matter

Speech, and movement use the same muscles.
If speech is weak, balance can be weak too. 

A stronger mouth can help both

How the Mouth Affects the Body

The Tongue
If the tongue doesn’t rest on the roof of the mouth, it can lead to:

  • Slouching
  • Neck and back pain
  • Poor balance
  • Clumsiness

The Jaw
A weak jaw can make everyday tasks hard:

  • Brushing teeth
  • Writing or drawing
  • Using small tools
  • Managing buttons or zippers

Mouth Movement
When it’s hard to move the lips, tongue or jaw, it can cause:

  • Trips or falls
  • Getting tired quickly
  • Difficulty with hand-eye coordination
  • Trouble handling small objects

Take the First Step

If you or your child struggles with speech, balance, or movement, the mouth could be the cause.

Book an assessment today to improve posture, movement, confidence – and speech. 

Small Improvements in the Mouth Can Lead to Big Changes in the body!