Flávia Rebelo Puccini, M. Gatti, A. de Castro Rodrigues, Silmara Rondon-Melo, Chao Lung Wen, Roberta Lopes de Castro Martinelli, G. Berretin-Félix
{"title":"Virtual Baby: 3D model of the anatomy and physiology of sucking and swallowing in infants as an educational tool","authors":"Flávia Rebelo Puccini, M. Gatti, A. de Castro Rodrigues, Silmara Rondon-Melo, Chao Lung Wen, Roberta Lopes de Castro Martinelli, G. Berretin-Félix","doi":"10.52010/ijom.2022.48.1.4","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52010/ijom.2022.48.1.4","url":null,"abstract":"Objective: This project aimed to develop and update a dynamic three-dimensional (3D) graphic video learning object demonstrating a current knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of sucking and swallowing in newborns during breastfeeding. Method: To build and update the 3D computer graphics iconographies of the \"Virtual Baby,\" we defined objectives for the learning object, created a literature review-based script, and organized a guide for structural (static) and functional (dynamic) graphical modeling for the designer. Results: Using 3D computer graphics, we produced a video with static images (anatomical structural) and dynamic sequences (most significant physiological and functional aspects and application of transparency to visualize the anatomical correlations between both). The video showed the anatomy and physiology of sucking and swallowing during breastfeeding. Its updates reflected additional scientific evidence as studies were published. Conclusion: Creation of the Virtual Baby provides a learning tool for visualizing the anatomy and physiology of sucking and swallowing in full-term newborns. The tool addresses the significant morphofunctional aspects of the breastfeeding process, supported by scientific literature, and can be used for student or professional training and in primary health care.","PeriodicalId":144078,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Orofacial Myology and Myofunctional Therapy","volume":"36 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123510726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Erin Kamarunas, Sarah H Szynkiewicz, Lindsay Griffin, Teresa Drulia, Kelsey Murray
{"title":"Mental practice of lingual resistance and cortical plasticity in older adults: An\u0000 exploratory fNIRS study","authors":"Erin Kamarunas, Sarah H Szynkiewicz, Lindsay Griffin, Teresa Drulia, Kelsey Murray","doi":"10.52010/ijom.2022.48.1.1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.52010/ijom.2022.48.1.1","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Mental practice using motor imagery (MP) improves motor strength and\u0000 coordination in the upper and lower extremities in clinical patient populations. Its\u0000 effectiveness as a rehabilitation tool for patients with lingual weakness is not yet\u0000 well understood, nor are the underlying mechanisms within the context of swallow or\u0000 lingual MP. Using previously published data on a lingual and MP exercise program, the\u0000 objective of this study was to explore how MP of lingual exercise affects cortical\u0000 activation in healthy older adults over time and how neural changes correlate with\u0000 functional oral pressure outcomes. Method: A prospective randomized controlled study was\u0000 previously completed; older healthy participants were randomized to one of four\u0000 treatment groups receiving lingual MP, lingual physical practice, a combination of both,\u0000 and a sham control. This paper reports descriptive data on cortical activation during\u0000 both the physical and mental forms of lingual resistance in a subgroup of 13\u0000 participants using functional near-infrared spectroscopy at baseline and after 6 weeks\u0000 of the assigned exercise regimen. Results: Aggregated data indicates that participants\u0000 who completed 6 weeks of lingual exercise, either in physical or in MP form, had\u0000 decreased oxygenated hemoglobin when completing a maximal lingual pressure task.\u0000 Conclusions: Some participants in a lingual resistance MP program demonstrated trends\u0000 similar to those seen after strength training. Combining MP with physical training may\u0000 lead to greater changes in oxygenation compared to a physical or mental training program\u0000 alone, although given the small number of participants, it is important not to\u0000 overinterpret the results. MP is a promising, innovative approach that may enhance\u0000 traditional exercise-based swallowing rehabilitation.","PeriodicalId":144078,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Orofacial Myology and Myofunctional Therapy","volume":"21 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133911012","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}