Your Questions, Answered
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Therapy typically takes 12 sessions, depending on the diagnosis and treatment plan. Sessions take place every 2 weeks over approximately 6 months.
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Many notice improvements within the first 6 sessions, some noticing improvements after 1-2 sessions.
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No referral is needed. You can scheduled directly.
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Every session includes time to discuss your questions, concerns, or difficulties, alongside personalized exercises.
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Therapy is designed to strengthen muscles safely. You may feel effort, but not pain.
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Yes. Home practice is essential and usually takes 5-10 minutes twice a day for active exercises. Some passive (can do while watching television or reading) range from 5-30 minutes once a day.
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Many insurance plans do not cover myofunctional therapy. Paperwork can be provided for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
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Many patients use HSAs or FSAs to pay for therapy. You may need an itemized invoice or superbill. You should check with your plan administrator to confirm eligibility.
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It is ideal that you have a small to medium sized hand mirror for your home exercises. I will provide you with with a myofunctional therapy tool kit.
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Yes. I collaborate with orthodontists, dentists, chiropractors, craniosacral therapists, speech therapists, ENT specialists, and other healthcare providers as needed to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care.