Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts. If you snore and you feel tired even after getting 8 hours of sleep, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. According to the experts, the three primary forms of sleep apnea are: Obstructive sleep apnea: this type of sleep apnea is also …
Myofunctional Therapy, or OMT, is intended to correct jaw alignment and underdevelopment, which can inhibit breathing and be quite painful for many. OMT has also been effective at treating other disorders related to the jaw, lips, or tongue, and that could impede normal, everyday activities, like chewing and sleep. So, how does Myofunctional Therapy help …
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Breathing through your nose is normally how you should be breathing, as opposed to breathing through your mouth which should be relegated to times of high stress or exercising. Anyone who makes a habit of breathing through their mouth is likely to be more prone to high blood pressure, excessive snoring, and even cavities in …
February is National Heart Month, so now is a good time to be thinking about the symptoms of heart disease, and how to avoid potentially dangerous complications from heart disease. You may have some of these symptoms, but they may also be indicators of sleep apnea. If you aren’t sleeping well, or you constantly suffer …
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If you’re making New Year’s resolutions, changing your sleep habits can be a positive way to make a real difference in your health and well-being. Setting sleep resolutions that you can really stick to is key. One study found that less than 20% of people actually stick to their New Year’s resolutions. If you want to find …
If you’re a person suffering from sleep disordered breathing, it’s not something you should ignore. Many serious issues can be caused from this condition. A recent study concluded approximately 13% of the US population is afflicted with sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, and are unable to get restful sleep. To find out if you …
As of June 30, 2021, the FDA has issued multiple alerts to users of some types of Philips respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines, all due to potential safety risks associated with these machines. These pieces of equipment all make use of polyester-based polyurethane foam for sound abatement, which helps muffle the sound and vibration …
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We breathe without thinking about it, and that’s a good thing, because if we did actually consider our breath work closely, it wouldn’t leave us much room to concentrate on anything else. However, there are some surprising benefits of breathing deeply or practicing yoga, that make it a very worthwhile exercise, and something that each …
Recent CPAP Recall In June of 2021, one of the biggest manufacturers of CPAP machines, the Philips corporation, issued a recall for its Dreamstation model, citing potential health risks posed by the sound abatement foam used in the machines. CPAP devices are used to provide unobstructed breathing during the sleeping hours for those suffering from …
A great many people in this country are bothered by persistent tossing and turning at night, and just can’t seem to get a good night’s sleep. There are several sleep disorders that could be causing this, for instance narcolepsy or sleep apnea, but in order to treat your sleep issues, you’ll need to have them …
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