Tongue posture describes the position of the tongue at rest and during functional processes such as swallowing, speaking, and breathing. From a functional perspective, tongue posture is not viewed in isolation but in connection with jaw function, tongue position, muscular tension patterns, and breathing.
In the professional literature and clinical practice, connections between tongue posture, jaw development, breathing patterns, and neuromuscular processes are described. The tongue's resting posture in particular is considered a functional factor that can have interactions within the stomatognathic system.
The articles compiled in this topic area explore possible functional connections related to tongue posture from various perspectives and serve to provide context and a better understanding of this subject.
