Jaw Rehabilitation Program by BVM Meditech Private Limited

The Jaw Rehabilitation Program is comprised of seven levels of treatment. Two long-term goals are specified for each level. Each long-term goal is subdivided into several short-term objectives which lead to the successful outcome of the long-term goal.

Levels I & II:

Target development of pre -requisite sensory and motor skills needed for biting and chewing behaviour.

Levels III & IV:

Target the development of initial motor patterns of repetitive vertical jaw movement gradually building on these skills toward higher level abilities.

Levels V, VI & VII:

Target development of more mature patterns of extended rhythmical and repetitive excursion/closure biting motion.

Assessment Forms:

The Jaw Assessment Form offers a thorough guide on which to document a patient’s pre- and posttreatment level of function. The components of the Jaw Assessment form include: 

•  Structural integrity
• Range of motion
• Dentition/alignment
• Functional movement
• Quality of motion
• Food texture

Exercises and Outcomes for Home Practice.

The Jaw Rehabilitation Program can provide a quick reference of outcomes and exercises for patient practice at home. Family members and caregivers can be assigned exercises under the direction of the Speech Language Therapist.