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Episode 34 - Avoid sleep meds and CPAPS by strengthening your airway with experts Joy Moeller and Samantha Weaver. Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

Dr. Dylan Petkus, MD, MPH, MS, is a a peer-reviewed, published researcher featured in TIME, Forbes, and Healthline and best-selling author in Sleep Medicine of The Sleep Apnea Solution. With over 7 million views and 60,000+ followers across social media, he's a trusted expert in natural sleep apnea solutions.After struggling with sleep apnea himself, he spent years developing a science-backed, non-invasive approach to restore natural breathing—no CPAPs, mouthguards, or surgery. Once exhausted and foggy, he's now clear-minded and free.Now, Dr. Petkus helps people worldwide reclaim deep, restorative sleep—naturally—through education, coaching, and his YouTube channel.www.OptimalCircadianhealth.comhttps://www.facebook.com/OptimalCircadianHealth/instagram.com/petkusmdyoutube.com/@dylanpetkusmdThank you so much for listening! I use fitness and movement to help women prevent and overcome pelvic floor challenges like incontinence and organ prolapse. There is help for women in all life stages! Every Woman Needs A Vagina Coach! Please make sure to LEAVE A REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE to the show for the best fitness and wellness advice south of your belly button. *******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.comGet your Feel Amazing Vaginal Moisturizer Here

Head Coach Lisa dives into the connection between sleep apnea, CPAP machines, and weight loss. If you've ever struggled with fatigue, snoring, or inconsistent weight loss despite your best efforts, this episode is for you! Lisa shares expert insights, personal experiences, and practical tips on how better sleep can support your health and weight loss journey. Tune in and start sleeping—and feeling—your best!

FULL SHOW | Dave O'Neill takes us through his life with a CPAP machine; Titus delivers another Footy Fan Barometer; Nick is up after an epic Saints win; and we talk to our Eurovision entrant, Go-Jo Tomorrow: Max Gawn and Dave Hughes Catch Mick in the Morning LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M. To watch your favourite new Breakfast Radio crew in action, follow @molloy and @triplemmelb on Instagram.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-13:26). Fun with audio. Allie LaForce talking safety concerns in Dallas following the Luka trade. For some reason Jackson is taking heat for the audio clip. When's Luka gonna start playing? Super Bowl prop bets. CPAPs vs. Nyquil. See ya in Florida, Martin. (13:34-15:34) Jackson didn't sleep well last night. He's powering through. QFTA later today. (15:43-27:32) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins the show talking Danny Tartabull. Feeling good about things after the Mizzou road trip. One of 20 teams that should feel pretty good about their chances going into the tournament. Any news on Dennis Gates and FSU or Indiana? Colonel feels good about the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00-13:26). Fun with audio. Allie LaForce talking safety concerns in Dallas following the Luka trade. For some reason Jackson is taking heat for the audio clip. When's Luka gonna start playing? Super Bowl prop bets. CPAPs vs. Nyquil. See ya in Florida, Martin. (13:34-15:34) Jackson didn't sleep well last night. He's powering through. QFTA later today. (15:43-27:32) Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins the show talking Danny Tartabull. Feeling good about things after the Mizzou road trip. One of 20 teams that should feel pretty good about their chances going into the tournament. Any news on Dennis Gates and FSU or Indiana? Colonel feels good about the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beerists Alum Mike Lambert joins us in studio for a round of beers from STL's Little Lager! Pairs well with being woken up inside, unconventional CPAPs, and Squatsferatu. Little Lager & Southern Grist Committicated Little Lager & Narrow Gauge Lost In The Graphics Little Lager & Perennial Lost Tooth Little Lager & Millpond Trash Bears Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: PROBLEMS by Janset, Ikhana Additional music licensed through Epidemic Sound The Beerists are John Rubio, Grant Davis, Mark Raup and Mike Lambert. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or point your podcatcher to our RSS feed. You should also subscribe to our YouTube Channel. Support us by making a per-episode pledge at patreon.com/thebeerists and get some sweet rewards! Follow us on twitter, facebook, and instagram. Want to send us beer? Check our beer donation guidelines, and then shoot us and email at info@thebeerists.com

  For patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy, there is a new device that can treat sleep apnea—a small implant that delivers gentle pulses to the airway muscles to keep the airway open. Here's what you need to know. Abbey Rieck, MSEd, BS, RDH   Read by: Jackie Sanders   Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55133324/new-treatment-for-sleep-apnea-may-replace-bulky-cpaps-for-patients 

Check out Medical by BOB: https://medical.babysonbroadway.com/In this episode of the Rolling in the Deep podcast, Adelle and Sommer discuss the expansion of their business, Baby's on Broadway, into the durable medical equipment space, branded as Medical by BOB. They share their journey into this field, the challenges they faced, and the innovative solutions they are bringing to home care. The conversation covers various medical equipment, including CPAPs and sleep studies, and highlights the importance of making medical care more accessible and enjoyable for patients and caregivers alike.TakeawaysMedical by BOB is an expansion of Baby's on Broadway.The need for durable medical equipment has grown significantly.They aim to make medical equipment fun and accessible.Innovative solutions like a foot-reading machine are being introduced.CPAPs are essential for many, and they offer home sleep studies.Quality and comfort in medical equipment are a priority.Personal experiences in caregiving shape their business approach.They are committed to providing better service than traditional options.The importance of local access to medical supplies is emphasized.Their website will feature a range of products for home care.Welcome to Rolling in the Deep - Babies, Business, and Beyond Conversations with the MN Baby Lady.Website: https://babysonbroadway.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babybroadwaylfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/babysonbroadway/

Weekly Podcast #495 - Uncle Kracker joins us in the studio to talk CPAPs, Diseases, Ai, and more!

In this episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, host Etienne Nichols continues his conversation with regulatory expert Mike Drues in part two of their series on home use medical devices. The discussion centers on critical topics such as labeling, usability challenges, and the future of medical devices in home settings. They explore how these devices, increasingly used by non-healthcare professionals, face unique hurdles such as user training, environmental factors, and technological concerns like cybersecurity and data security. Together, Etienne and Mike also delve into how regulatory frameworks need to adapt for home use, and they highlight potential future issues with devices as AI and robotic assistance grow in prominence.Key Timestamps:[02:20] - Recap of Part 1 & Introduction to Home Use DevicesMike revisits key topics from part 1, focusing on why home use devices matter.[10:45] - Defining the Intended User and EnvironmentDiscussion about how labeling must account for who will use the device and where.[15:30] - Technological and Environmental Challenges for Home Use DevicesExploring temperature, humidity, and power inconsistencies affecting performance.[30:05] - Reprocessing and Cleaning Devices at HomeThe challenges and risks associated with reusing and cleaning devices like CPAPs.[40:15] - Usability Testing & Human FactorsImportance of considering non-healthcare users when designing home devices.[55:12] - Cybersecurity Risks in Home DevicesThe growing significance of data security and strategies for protecting devices in non-clinical settings.[1:05:30] - Post-Market Surveillance and Reporting for Home DevicesThe complexities of tracking device performance and recalls when used in home environments.Memorable Quotes:"When we talk about intended users, we must shift our thinking from healthcare professionals to patients. Designing for non-clinicians is crucial because usability directly impacts safety." – Mike Drues"If your device has to be recalibrated, why not have a mechanism that disables it when calibration is overdue? That's a much stronger safeguard than relying on users to remember." – Mike Drues"Cybersecurity is a growing challenge in home devices. It's not just about protecting personal data—imagine if a critical medical device was hacked." – Etienne NicholsKey Takeaways:Latest MedTech Trends:Increasing Use of Home Medical Devices: Patients are increasingly managing their own health at home, necessitating devices that are user-friendly and adaptable to various home environments.AI & Robotics in Home Devices: With the rise of AI and robotic assistance, the definition of an "intended user" is evolving, requiring future-proof regulatory considerations.Data Security: As more devices become connected, cybersecurity is becoming a top priority, particularly for critical, life-sustaining technologies.Practical Tips for MedTech Professionals:Understand the End-User: When designing devices, consider that patients, not healthcare professionals, will be the primary users. Usability is key.Incorporate Environmental Testing: Take environmental factors like humidity, power outages, and storage conditions into account during the device development phase.Push Updates Automatically: For connected devices, push software updates automatically to mitigate cybersecurity risks, rather than relying on users to pull...

Could adding sleep apnea services to your practice be a life saver for patients? In this episode, we've brought on Dr. Dar Radfar to uncover why dentists are uniquely positioned to identify and treat sleep apnea, a commonly overlooked yet critical health concern. By breaking down how dentists can implement sleep apnea treatments into their practice using oral appliances, Dr. Radfar emphasizes the ethical responsibility and the immense health benefits this can afford to patients. Throughout our conversation, the importance of a systematic approach and patient education shines as a key takeaway, with Dar weaving in anecdotal insights from his personal experience in coaching and seminars.The episode delivers profound insights not only into the moral imperatives but also sheds light on the practicalities and financial benefits of adopting sleep apnea treatments. Dr. Radfar's recounting of his harrowing personal story about a car accident vividly illustrates the potential lifesaving impacts of proper sleep apnea diagnosis. His advice is clear and actionable, ending on a motivating note urging dentists to invest in ongoing education and practical implementation to make a real difference in their patients' lives.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why dentists play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea.The ethical obligation and professional duties involved in sleep apnea treatment.Four steps for incorporating sleep apnea treatment systems in your dental practice.Financial benefits and improved patient care outcomes tied to sleep apnea interventions.Strategies for effective patient education and communicating the importance of treatments.Dr. Radfar's personal experience and its influence on his professional journey.Common obstacles and solutions for dental practices new to sleep apnea treatments.Techniques for further education and training in implementing these systems.Don't miss this episode – your approach to sleep apnea treatment could profoundly impact your practice and your patient's well-being!‍‍Sponsors:‍CareStack: Modern, Secure, Cloud-Based Dental Software for Growing Your Practice! With state-of-the-art features including Online Appointments, Integrated Payments, Text Reminders and more. Click the link here for a special offer: https://lp.carestack.org/thedentalmarketer‍You can reach out to Dr. Dar Radfar here:Website: https://radseminar.com/‍Mentions and Links: ‍Tools/Software:Weave‍Organizations:ADAAmerican Medical Association‍Education:University of Wisconsin‍Brands/Businesses:InvisalignDental Intel‍Products:CPAP Machine‍People:Michael JordanStephen CurryKobe BryantElijah Desmond‍If you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Episodes, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)‍Michael: Hey Dar, so talk to us. What's one piece of advice you can give us this Monday morning? Dar: Alright, so if you're not doing sleep apnea treatment in your office, I think you're unethically treating your patients, or lack thereof. We look in the mouth as dentists and hygienists and dental assistants, and we are capable of identifying if someone has signs or patterns of sleep apnea or snoring issues. when I teach my courses on how to do sleep apnea implementation and screening and treatment and practices, people in the audience are shocked how many patients are walking in through the door. And as dentists, we see them two, three, three, four times a year. So it behooves us to be able to look in the mouth, look at the patient and go, Hey, Michael, do you sleep well at night?Anyone tell you that you snore, do you feel tired throughout the day? And it's really our job because there's only really three major treatments sleep and snoring. And that's a CPAP machine, which everybody loves, sarcastically speaking, and oral appliance that brings the jaw forward and couple of different kinds of surgery.Guess who can only do the oral appliance, the dentist. So we are the only ones that can actually treat a medical disease called sleep apnea. So, The a DA is pushing the screening to become mandatory, and I believe all dentists should definitely be doing this on a Monday morning. Michael: do you feel or practice owners aren't doing it?Dar: I think it's a lack of implementation of systems, worrying about where do I send this home sleep study can I do it? the answer is yes, you're obligated to do it. If a patient has diagnosis for sleep, there's one of the treatment modalities is an oral appliance as deemed by the American Medical Association for dentists to make.the hindrance here is the dentistry is easy to make the impression and the bite and the adjustments that I teach. It's super easy. It's as easy as doing sealants in dentistry. It's really the systems and the system is what do I do with the medical billing? have my own medical billing company that I refer to.never recommend anyone doing it in house unless that's all you're doing. And then you can have your team dedicated to that. But if you're busy doing dentistry, if staff is busy sending out dental insurance claims or remotely, there's dental billing companies. Now, why not have a medical billing company remotely do that?And at the end of the day, Mike, it's not just about medical billing. You can charge cash. We, as dentists charge cash for Invisalign, for ortho, for implants, for three, four, five, six, 7, 000 for these types of procedures. Why not 3, 000 for an oral appliance? Michael: You do seminars, right? Dar: Correct. Rad seminar. com. I have a list of all the seminars that I have, and I also have a coaching program. So when someone takes my full day course, that's not it. I teach them how to implement systems. We do weekly meetings 30 minutes a week. for total of six months to make sure that it's successful.Mike, the biggest thing here is we're saving lives 12 to 15 years off your life. If you have sleep apnea and you're not treated for it, 12 to 15 years. Five times higher risk of cancer of any kind. If you're not treated for sleep apnea, you know, a university of Wisconsin study reported a few years ago.So not only are you saving lives, but also the offices that I train about a quarter million dollars the first year to their practice, if they're open at least three days a week. that's a lot of good ROI and what we call R O L or return on life. Michael: I like that. So then, have you seen this, especially in your seminars or maybe just in general, Doctor goes, they get trained, they're hyped, they're excited to do this, and then it slowly starts dying down. The team's like, hey, it's slowing us down, we're not doing as great, we don't know what to do, right? And then it just ends there. And so that's the reason why they're saying, hey, we tried sleep apnea.We're trying it, but it just doesn't work in our community. Is that true? Dar: Yeah. since 2014 was my first course and when I used to do is just do courses then they would go home and on Monday they would try to implement. realistically, it was when we were doing follow ups with these doctors from the medical billing company and the home sleep testing coming to try to onboard them so they can refer home sleep tests to them do the medical billing for them, about 15 percent dentists would actually start doing this out of the.People who came to the course I believe without any arrogance, I have one of the best courses out there because it's real it's easy. It's implementation is easy. It's basically you come back on Monday and there's a patient that's upset and staff doesn't show the crown doesn't fit.So people get, bottled up with general dentistry stuff. And that's why I created the coaching program. and there's nothing out there like it. Michael: Really Dar: holds your hand after you do the instructional videos. Now you can do it on, your own. It's six hours of video for the doctor, 25 minutes of video for staff and hygienists to be able to say, okay, now I have the information.So now it's about implementation and just like any great athlete Michael Jordan or Steph Curry or Kobe Bryant had, coaches, even though they shot the ball. They still had coaches reminding them to take a thousand free throws every week. And it's the same thing, reminding you to do the screening, reminding you, this is the home sleep test.What have you discovered? What troubleshooting have you had when a patient says no to this or yes to this or has jaw problems or, or, any sort of other issues like dry mouth. How do you resolve for that when we're in the mouthpiece? So there's a lot of little things that are in the video, but we, kind of forget until we start playing the game push the doctors to play the game.When they see the outcomes coming and they get on I call it cruise control after six months, then they go month to month with me and I'm available for any more coaching on a monthly basis. Michael: Nice. Okay. So where do you see when it comes to implementation, especially with a sleep apnea, most drop the ball?Dar: the most drop ball is just basically being, let's call it not shy and opening your mouth. Elijah Desmond, my buddy and mastermind mentor. said to me one time, close mouths, don't get fed. So if you keep your mouth closed, you're not going to get, the response that you want and help the humans out there that are truly suffering from being able to sleep next to someone to snoring issues, to high blood pressure, to acid reflux, to cancer risks, to heart attacks, stroke, depression, anxiety, mental health connections.And so we are shy sometimes to, bring it up and say, Hey, see a little bit of scalloping on the side of the tongue shows maybe some thrusting of the tongue when you're sleeping at night, you sleep. Okay, Mike, you feel like you get enough air? You wake up feeling refreshed.Are you tired throughout the day? Or I see, you know, grinding of your lower front teeth. That's indicative of the jaw grinding forward at night when you sleep, that could mean that your breathing is altered and you're trying to do your own kind of CPR movement with your jaw, bringing your jaw forward, your teeth are grinding on the front.Can I help you with your sleep? That's it. the answer is either a yes or a no. we get rejected in dentistry and in life when we recommend other types of treatment modalities. And I kind of brush it off when it's okay. You don't want to do a crown. Okay. Half the cusp is fractured. no pain yet.Nine out of 10 may say yes. One says no, but people are really suffering energy levels being low to sleeping in other bedrooms. This is a different, Beast of practice. And so if we can actually just screen them properly, which is the number one thing, open your mouth and then know who do you refer to if they don't have a sleep study, which, talk about all that handed off to a home sleep testing company, no equipment to buy nothing like that.It's just know the knowledge and execute. And so I think that's the problem is just opening up the conversation because you think someone's complaining about their finances or their work and this, and you're too shy to bring it up because you don't want to scare your patients away. I there's a reason why I got into this, Mike.And I don't know if you know my story. I fell asleep with the wheel in 2009. I crashed my car into a tree, not knowing I had sleep apnea. I wasn't overweight. so if someone were to look in my mouth and say, Hey, Dar, how's your sleep? Are you feeling tired? I'd be like, yeah, you know what dentist?I actually am feeling a little bit more tired. Well, I can help you. Maybe you can do a home sleep test. You don't have to go to a lab anymore. And if I actually executed and said that I may have not had that accident. What if I hit somebody? 4 percent of crashes occur because people fall asleep at the wheel and it can happen to anyone, including our patients.So it behooves us to jump in and try to at least screen the patient to be able to see what's going on. Michael: So screening the patient is like the best way to not just, I guess for like lack of a better word, sell it, but at the same time to. Bring awareness to let them know to say like, Hey, we're not going to drop the ball here because Your mouth is showing these symptoms.Does your life reflect that and if they're like, you know what? Yeah, I am not sleeping Well, I'm not doing that. Now's the point where we do what we can just oh, let's do a Yeah, Dar: the screening is there, but also like when people are a part of my program we have emails ready to go that sends through the, software program, like dental Intel or we've, when they confirm their appointments, they also have weekly emails and say, did you know snoring can affect not only, your bed partner, but also your bed partner's life expectancy.The person who sleeps next to a snore is not sleeping well and waking up a bunch of times that's going to affect their overall health. Come in and see Dr. Rad for a complimentary consult. He now treats snoring and sleep apnea. Next email. congratulations Dr. Rad for finishing the course and being able to treat snoring and sleep apnea with an oral appliance.For those of you who have been tested and don't like your CPAP machine or haven't been home sleep tested at all, come in and have Dr. Rad do a complimentary consult for you. So educating your patients before they even come in. Through emails once every other week for once a week, giving them information like the five times high risk of cancer.Come on in, let's do an evaluation or bring it up at your next checkup appointment. These are ways to be able to touch your patients a lot of these patients have no idea that an oral appliance is a solution, let alone that you're capable of doing it. Michael: Have you seen this? People would say like, I'd rather snore a little bit more than have that big machine. Dar: Oh yeah, absolutely. It's like, I'm not going to wear that thing, but also Mike, think about it, you're single you're dating be adults for a minute.you get intimate and putting that mask on let alone traveling with that to go to your partner's. Home. It's so much easier to carry your mouthpiece with you to at least reduce the story, if not eliminate it depending on how severe, 80 percent of patients mild to moderate sleep apnea, which the mouthpiece works brilliantly for them.And even severe patients, we can get their scores down to a mild to moderate in most cases. And so, it's not for everyone, but CPAPs not for everyone. You know, it's a mild case, I have patients, I'm like why did the medical doctor even give you a CPAP when your apnea is so mild? And they come in mouthpiece, one shot, you put it in, they go home, they're like, Oh my God, this is so much easier than wearing the CPAP machine, travel purposes, camping on an airplane, hotels, keeping the machine clean.That's it. You've got nothing else. You've got the mouthpiece, you've got the CPAP and the surgery is very invasive. And you have to pretty much be very severe to end up having any sort of surgery called Inspire, which is a hypoglossal nerve stimulation device that's put onto your chest muscle there.And then there's also some rotor rooter of your throat called the triple UP where they remove the tonsils, the uvula. I mean, It's not easy for the surgical part as well. Michael: that's a good way to also educate the patient is like, Hey man, You want to go camping? so much, I guess we can talk about this, but any final pieces of advice that you'd like to give to our audience. Dar: first thing is, get educated, have the ammunition to understand what to look for when you look in the mouth and the medical history and then all of a sudden you see like these patients coming in with class five lesions near the gum line, the little or acid reflux and you see dentin exposure and it's It's not just dentistry now. It's, we need to see what the root cause is. And part of the root cause clenching and grinding of your teeth over 50 percent of people who grind their teeth is because they have a fight or flight response because they're not getting up oxygen. You open up the airway, their TMJ symptoms actually get better.And so educate yourself. Once you get educated and you understand how to do this, the rest is implementation. helped over 3000 dental offices. Now I'm open to help more just because if I can help one dentist and he or she can help dozens, if not hundreds of their patients we all come together, we sleep better.we're not as grumpy. We're more kind to each other in the mornings and throughout the day. And we have more energy for our loved ones. For working out, at our work, being more focused and alert. it's, our duty as dentists to be able to do this.And it also makes some good money too, if that's one of your motivating factor. Michael: Nice. Awesome. I appreciate your time. And if anyone has further questions, you can definitely find them on the Dental Marketer Society Facebook group, or where can they reach out to you directly? Dar: if you go to rad seminar dot com r a d seminar dot com there's a chat there that you can throw message and it comes directly to my cell phone.It also shows my virtual courses as well. If you want to do all the cart stuff, I also do webinars once a month. For the masses to come on just get some new information and updates. So I'd love to have you guys on, and then we'll do a call together once you send me a message and I can show everyone how to be able to do this in their own practice.whatever I do for the six months, I guarantee that the investment that the dentist puts in, they get it back. I've never had to give a full refund or any refund whatsoever to any dentists out there. That's how confident we are that. It works it's profitable.Michael: Thank you so much, Doc, for being with us. It's been a pleasure. And thank you for being with me on this Monday morning episode. Dar: Thank you guys.‍

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Sachin Patel is a functional medicine practitioner and breathwork expert. He got into this field after realizing conventional doctors had no answers for chronic illness patients. Breathwork became his passion for integrating simplicity and sophistication in health.  In this episode, Sachin explained the health consequences of mouth breathing, including poor sleep, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance. Nasal breathing optimizes air through humidification, warming, and filtration before it reaches the lungs.Sachin outlined various breathing patterns like coherence breathing and bellows breathing that can induce different physiological states. The "right" way to breathe depends on one's needs in the moment and goals.  He recommended finding prompts like checking emails or driving to associate with breath awareness. This helps establish breathwork as a habit. Wearables can also gamify the process and show physiological impacts.Sachin detailed how mouth taping at night trains nasal breathing, improving sleep, hormones, temperature regulation and more. It strengthens respiratory muscles weakened by devices like CPAPs.  HRV measures nervous system resilience through heart rate fluctuations with breathing. Higher HRV means better stress handling. Breathwork and lifestyle changes can optimize this important biomarker.Sachin explained how breathwork impacts cell signaling, energy production and the body's intricate systems through oxygenation, CO2 balance and nervous system regulation. Proper breathing is the body's "steering wheel."To connect with Sachin Patel:breathworkwithsachin.combecomeproof.com https://www.facebook.com/sachinpateldchttps://www.facebook.com/becomeproofFor full show notes and information:https://healthylifewithandrea.com/blog/5865/the-importance-of-breath-in-ideal-healthDid you know my practice is entirely virtual? You don't have to live near me to get help with fatigue, stubborn weight, hypertension, prediabetes or more?Schedule a free call Free Metabolic Mastery ManualFree Facebook Community

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Dylan Petkus, MD, MPH, MSDr. Dylan Petkus is on a mission to help people overcome their health issues like sleep apnea so they are not limited by their condition or trapped by options that don't provide full resolution.He specialized in Family Medicine to help patients on the front-line of chronic disease. Sleep apnea is one condition near to his heart having dealt with it himself.He knows the frustration of CPAPs and pushing through every single day with exhaustion, brain fog, and other issues that come along with it. Through his own research, he found a way to beat sleep apnea naturally by restoring natural breathing.You can find more information at:www.optimalcircadianhealth.comwww.petkusmd.com

Emma is joined by Kath Hope, founder and CEO at "Hope2Sleep", a wonderful charity in the UK. In this episode: * Kath describes first trying to get used to her new CPAP mask. * Ordering comfort products like CPAP mask strap covers from suppliers in the US. * Working with the local sleep clinic to provide CPAP comfort products to local CPAP users and providing connection and support. * Research being conducted on 'Zeus' as a future sleep apnea treatment. Offering patients the 'nightshift' for positional therapy and eXciteOSA. * Emma and Kath share quite different experiences of adding mandibular advancement devices to their CPAPs. Connect with Kath Hope: ⁠www.hope2sleep.co.uk⁠ Hope2Sleep Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/hope2sleepcharity/⁠ Connect with Emma: Get on the email list ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Order "The 6-Week CPAP Solution Workbook" by Emma Cooksey I took everything I know about CPAP and solving CPAP problems and I put it all in a short, easily accessible workbook for new and struggling CPAP users. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in the US or search your Amazon store for the title in your country. Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences with medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

We are thrilled to bring you this conversation with Dr. Gene Sambataro (our Dad & OG biohacker!) where we take a deeper look into biological dentistry and dental sleep medicine. This is his third time on the podcast so make sure you go back and check out the previous episodes - #10 "The Root of It All" and #136 "Sleep Apnea, Nutrition for Oral Health & Biohacking for Families". In today's episode we discuss how we can address sleep issues, the benefits of running a home sleep study, alternatives to CPAPs for sleep apnea, the dangers of root canals and mouthtaping, the health benefits of breastfeeding and more!Dr. Gene Sambataro has been practicing dentistry for over 40 years with special interests in orthodontics, dental orthopedics, temporomandibular joint disorder, sleep disordered breathing and implantology. He graduated from the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in 1980 and soon after started incorporating a more holistic approach to his practice. Dr. Sambataro strives to educate his patients on how they can make healthier decisions in their lives, as well as sharing his knowledge around toxic-free dentistry, which avoids mercury amalgam fillings, fluoride, and toxic root canals. Nearly 80% of all illnesses can be connected to infections, toxicities, and imbalances in the mouth, which is one of the reasons he is so passionate about practicing Biological (or Holistic) Dentistry. A few of his affiliations include the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, the Holistic Dental Association, and the International Dental Implant Association. He is also a Board Member for the Maryland Society of Integrative Medicine and the author of “Stop the Snore, Dental Solutions to Healthy Sleep.” He is currently enrolled in the PhD program in Quantum Morphogenetic Physic and Science through the Bioregenesis Academy and just released his newest book, “Your Guide to Holistic Dental Implants: The Permanent Solution for Missing or Lost Teeth.” SHOW NOTES:0:59 Welcome to the show!1:51 Pop Quiz of the Day3:30 About today's episode5:54 Dr. Gene Sambataro's Bio7:20 Welcome him to the podcast10:02 His global perspective of dentistry13:28 Car mechanic analogy15:03 How to address sleep issues17:01 Home Sleep Study results17:31 Stigma around snoring18:36 Oxygen Saturation & data collection20:41 Giving patients oxygen during treatment21:13 Headaches & Symptoms of Hypoxia22:14 There is no Panacea23:32 CPAPs & Appliance Alternatives26:35 Benefits of Breastfeeding28:28 Healthy Start program for supporting children31:54 *Magnesium Breakthrough*34:03 Lauren's thumb-sucking36:39 Primary reason for poor tongue posture39:17 Myo-functional Therapy42:29 If you can't breastfeed + tongue ties47:05 Benefits of Chewing for teeth & jaws50:10 Sucking & Wrinkles51:49 Issues with Apnea-Hypopnea Index 54:38 What's worse: sleep apnea or insomnia?58:32 Julian Center's comprehensive approach59:57 Cavitations & Root Canals1:02:09 Is there such thing as a healthy root canal?1:07:02 Symmetry, Nitric Oxide & Blood Pressure1:13:18 The influence of mold exposure1:04:24 3D Cone Beam as a diagnostic1:19:16 Alignment of the jaw and face structure1:22:13 His final piece of advice1:23:51 Where to find him1:25:17 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Julian Center for Comprehensive Dentistry - juliandentist.comJulian Center for Dental ImplantsJulian Center for Effortless SleepInstagram: Julian CenterInstagram: Dr. SambataroFacebook: Julian CenterLinkedIn: Dr. SambataroMagnesium Breakthrough - code: BIOHACKERBABES10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode of Cubs Out Loud, it's time for another Let's Talk About… This time around, the guys finally get around to talking about something that has plagued bear runs for years: CPAPs! With two of the co-hosts having them, the cubs discuss their challenges and successes with their usage. From restful sleep to … Continue reading COL698: LTA… CPAPs, finally! →

Emma is joined by Dr. Jasmine Elmore, a dentist specializing in healing patients by working on their nervous system using breathwork and the SOMA appliance. Together they discuss: * Dr. Elmore describes her own painful injuries and how physical therapy helped her in healing. * Jasmine's background in pediatric dentistry and training in breathwork and myofunctional therapy. * The role the nervous system plays in a patient's healing and ability to sleep. * Dr. Elmore's take on the AGGA controversy, the FDA approval process and the need for patients to do their own research. * The patients with upper airway resistance syndrome or mild sleep apnea who work with Dr. Elmore and why she doesn't work with severe OSA patients. * Why Dr. Elmore decided to bring the SOMA appliance to her patients in the US after learning from the inventor, Dr. Joseph Da Cruz in Australia. * Working with physiotherapist and breathwork teacher, Campbell of www.instagram.com/breathbodytherapy Connect with Dr. Elmore: Instagram accounts - @rich_sleep and @sleepwithsoma Connect with Emma: Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off. NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Dr. Whitney Mostafiz-Levinson, a Board-Certified Orthodontist, and together they discuss: * The NBC news coverage of the AGGA appliance court case https://www.cbsnews.com/news/agga-dental-device-lawsuits-teeth-damage/ * Dr. Mostafiz-Levinson explains the group of fixed appliances being discussed including AGGA, Crozat and ALF. * FDA approval of dental appliances such as DNA by Vivos and why patients should do their own research on top of checking for FDA approval. * Changing attitudes to extractions in orthodontics and the trend toward early interceptive orthodontics. Connect with Dr. Whitney here: https://www.instagram.com/drwhitneyortho https://www.drwhitneyortho.com/ Read her blog post here: https://www.drwhitneyortho.com/post/all-about-the-agga-and-more-adult-orthodontics-considerations-part-one Connect with Emma: Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off. NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Geoff Eade, a Sleep Coach with BetterNight - a company offering home sleep testing and patient support. Together they discuss: * Geoff explains a bit about his background and how he got into sleep working as a sleep tech. * BetterNight home testing and how patients can receive support over telehealth without leaving home. * How better remote monitoring is improving outcomes for patients ensuring they meet compliance requirements for insurance. * Geoff shares about the untimely loss of his father to suspected untreated obstructive sleep apnea and his own journey as an OSA patient. * The CCSH qualification allowing sleep techs to move into sleep coaching and working more directly to help patients with their CPAP therapy. Connect with Geoff: LinkedIn https://www.betternightsolutions.com/ Connect with Emma: Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vote for Emma! *Endorse Emma's nomination for the Social Health Network awards here: https://www.wegohealth.com/Emma34/awards - click "endorse this patient leader". Sponsors: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off. NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Laing Rikkers, co-founder and Executive Chair at ProSomnus. Together they discuss: * Laing shares a bit about her background and experience with ProSomnus, an oral appliance manufacturer. * Obstructive Sleep Apnea signs and symptoms and how difficult it can be to persuade a loved one to seek help. * Laing talks about losing her sister who was only 46 at the time of her death. * Coping with grief during the pandemic and how writing became a helpful practice along with grief counseling. * Writing the book "Morning Leaves", a collection of poems written after Laing's sister passed away. Connect with Laing: ProSomnus Sleep Technologies - Get Better Sleep Laing F. Rikkers (laingrikkers.com Laing Rikkers | LinkedIn Author Laing Rikkers | Facebook Laing Rikkers - author of Morning Leaves (@morning_leaves_book) ProSomnus® Sleep Technologies: Overview | LinkedIn ProSomnus Marketing - YouTube ProSomnus Sleep Technologies (@prosomnussleeptechnologies) ProSomnus Sleep Technologies | Pleasanton CA | Facebook Connect with Emma: Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vote for Emma! *Endorse Emma's nomination for the Social Health Network awards here: https://www.wegohealth.com/Emma34/awards - click "endorse this patient leader". Sponsors: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off. NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Intuitive Surgical, a leader in robotic surgery systems, announced executive changes in its management team this week. Fast Five Hosts Danielle Kirsh and Sean Whooley detail the shake-up at the company, including who was promoted to president and EVP and chief strategy and corporate operations officer. Gary Guthart, who has been CEO since 2010, still remains at the helm. Promising news in the field of pain management as the FDA approves Abbott's spinal cord stimulation devices for non-surgical back pain. This milestone approval provides a new option for patients suffering from chronic back pain, offering potential relief without the need for invasive surgery. Whooley explains how the technology works and the study data that backs its use. Smith+Nephew, a global leader in orthopedic technology, has unveiled a pair of AI-powered surgical robotics tools. These tools are designed to assist surgeons in complex procedures, enabling more precise and efficient surgical interventions. Fast Five hosts Whooley and Kirsh give an inside look at how the technology works and enables better workflows for surgeons. A recent study conducted by Philips has shown that their recalled CPAP devices are unlikely to cause appreciable harm to users. This study could provide reassurance to patients who may have concerns regarding the safety of the company's devices following a long few years of recalls. Whooley explains the results of the study and how optimistic CEO Roy Jakobs is. In a strategic realignment, Cook Medical has announced layoffs affecting 500 workers. While workforce reductions are a challenging obstacle right now, Cook Medical's strategic decision underscores the dynamic nature of the industry and the need for companies to adapt to changing market conditions. Hosts Kirsh and Whooley discuss which departments will be affected and what the company's CEO has to say. Check out the show notes at MassDevice.com/podcast.

Emma is reunited with her first podcast guest, Karen Wolk. Together they discuss: * Karen talks about her journey with her Inspire Implant. * She explains how the hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy works to move her tongue out of her airway and demonstrates the remote control, turning it on and off. * Karen describes working with Dr. Sarah Silverman on CBT-i techniques to help adjust to CPAP therapy before she found Inspire. * Working with Pat McBride and the team at Inspire to adjust settings to Karen's changing needs. * Karen shares a new diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and how it explains her fatigue symptoms still present after her sleepiness was resolved. * Emma encourages Karen to start her own podcast or youtube channel to use her voice to spread awarenesss. Connect with Karen: linkedin.com/in/karenwolk https://www.instagram.com/kwolk/ More about Inspire and their hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy: https://www.inspiresleep.com/ Listen to the first conversation Emma and Karen had in July 2020 here Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off. NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Dr. Pat McBride, Executive Director of the Foundation for Airway Health and a Board member at the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry (AAPMD). Together they discuss: * Dr. McBride's background working with her late husband in his dental sleep medicine practice. * The founding of the AAPMD and developing a new collaborative approach to the treatment of airway disorders. * MMA surgery and the importance of choosing the right surgeon and doing preparations with a specialist orthodontist. * Working with Inspire patients helping them optimize their treatment outcomes. The Foundation for Airway Health https://www.airwayhealth.org/ The American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry https://aapmd.org/ Two articles mentioned in this episode: https://dentalsleeppractice.com/precision-medicine-paradigm-dental-sleep-medicine/ https://dentalsleeppractice.com/they-are-not-their-disease-clinician-and-providers-need-to-feel-that/ This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠⁠BEDTIME10⁠⁠ for 10% off. Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠⁠ NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Trent and Theresa Tidball to discuss Trent's journey with OSA. Together they discuss: * Trent's symptoms of daytime sleepiness as a teen and doing a sleep study but not following up. * Undergoing a UPPP, tonsillectomy, septoplasty, and turbinate reduction at the same time with an ENT without ever having a sleep study. * Getting a sleep test and diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea. * Titrating study showing the need for ASV rather than CPAP or BiPAP. * MMA surgery to advance jaws hoping to improve Trent's airway. * Mental health impacts setting in for Trent and Theresa after trying all these treatment options without a positive outcome. * Theresa starting a blog to help process the emotions around coping with Trent's illness. * Trent having a DISE procedure showing his tongue was the main reason for his obstructive apneas * Trent undergoing Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation surgery and starting to dream again. * Speculating that UPPP surgery had affected the function of Trent's tongue. * Deciding to do a revision MMA surgery with a new surgeon. Connect with Trent and Theresa: Instagram @sleepily_everafter sleepilyeverafterblog.com https://gofund.me/c899511d This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp⁠⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click ⁠here⁠ to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code ⁠BEDTIME10⁠ for 10% off. Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠⁠ Email Emma at ⁠sleepapneastories@gmail.com⁠ ⁠⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠⁠ Check out Gary Knight's Story Sharing on Project Sleep's Facebook Live, hosted by Emma - click here to watch! NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey⁠ Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

Emma is joined by Dr. Jill Ombrello, a dentist from Dallas, Texas. Together they discuss: * Dr. Ombrello working with families to get to the root airway causes of problems she sees in many of the kids in her practice. * Moms dealing with poor quality sleep and being told they are fine because their AHI is too low for a sleep apnea diagnosis. * Dr. Ombrello stepping in as "Quarterback of Care" where patients have been left to navigate their treatment options without any help. * The need for healthcare professionals, including doctors and dentists, to work together and send referrals for the best sleep apnea solutions. * Working with an elite athlete to improve her sleep with oral appliance therapy. Follow Jill on Instagram at: www.instagram.com/jombrello and www.instagram.com/centraldentist This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp⁠ https://www.betterhelp.com/emma⁠ for 10% off your first month of online therapy Sleeplay - click here to order CPAPs and CPAP supplies and use code BEDTIME10 for 10% off. Follow the podcast on Instagram:⁠ @sleepapneastories⁠ Email Emma at sleepapneastories@gmail.com ⁠www.sleepapneastories.com⁠ NEW! Support the Podcast! If you would like to support Emma and the 'Sleep Apnea Stories' podcast, you can now contribute monthly. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey Click "Support this Podcast". Disclaimer: This podcast episode includes people with sleep apnea discussing their experiences of medical procedures and devices.  This is for information purposes only and you should consult with your medical professionals before starting or stopping any medication or treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/emma-cooksey/support

The Two Bobs episode 195 for Monday, October 17, 2022: What are The Bobs drinking? Rob enjoyed an Oatmeal Stout from Arvon. https://www.arvonbrewingco.com/our-brews Robert took down a Pumpkin Ale from Alewerks. https://untappd.com/b/alewerks-brewing-company-pumpkin-ale/76188 Follow us on Untapped at @PhilRoberts33 and @lowercaserobert or we'll dump salsa on your pizza. This week's CRAZY NEWS is brought to you by ResMed, the #1 maker of CPAPs that are slowly trying to murder Robert. There are worse things to be assaulted with than salsa and pizza, although pizza was M.I.A. the entire article. https://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/woman-charged-with-assaulting-multiple-people-waite-park-with-salsa-pizza/ A woman in Japan was scammed by a Russian “astronaut” who needed money to return to earth. https://www.vice.com/en/article/3ad7vn/japan-romance-scam-russian-astronaut Gen Z social media fame whore tearfully begged for donations after accidentally buying a $100,000 couch. LOL. https://www.insider.com/quenlin-blackwell-influencer-backlash-buying-couch-accidentally-2022-10 She threw urine. https://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/crime/article266985566.html There's only one rule in Walmart Fight Club: There is no Walmart Fight Club. https://dailynewsreported.com/breakingnews/an-employee-ran-walmart-fight-club-has-been-shut-down-after-someone-breaks-rule-1/ Please share the show with your friends, and don't forget to subscribe! Visit www.thetwobobs.com for our contact information. Thanks for listening! Leave us a message or text us at 530-882-BOBS (530-882-2627) Join us on all the social things: Follow us on Twitter Check out our Instagram Follow Rob on Untappd Follow Robert on Untappd The Two Bobs Podcast is © The Two Bobs.  For more information, see our Who are The Two Bobs? page, or check our Contact page.  Words, views, and opinions are our own and do not represent those of our friends, family, or our employers, unless otherwise noted.  Music for The Two Bobs was provided by JewelBeat.  

Deer chili, CPAPs, teal and dove. What else do you need in life? Enjoy. Stock media provided by Artmuns / Pond5

Who doesn't love a dancing mutant boy? Luke and Joe are back to talk about one of the weirdest songs the Aquabats have ever recorded. It's Radiation Song! Oh and they talk about coffee, CPAPs, gas prices...you name it.  You can find everything Hey Homies! at https://heyhomiespod.carrd.co/ Call the Hey Homies! Hotline at 605-939-0232! Join the Hey Homies! Discord server and chat with us https://discord.gg/GPRRqTXQ2P Watch our videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFvrlvy-1dKWM3Nk6PbbiMw Give us a follow on Instagram @hey_homies_pod. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/heyhomiespod. Feel free to email us at heyhomiespod@gmail.com. Follow Joe @joeluna33. Check out Los Ocupados (@los_ocupados). Thank you to our friend Ellen for the amazing season 4 art! Follow her at @beanbean_creations. Thanks for listening to the #1 Aquabats podcast in the universe!

Today we return with the second half of our two-part interview with Dr. Greg Potter, a British researcher who specializes in circadian biology, sleep, diet, and metabolism. In this second part of our interview, host Ken Ford and Greg continue their conversation about circadian biology and cover topics ranging from insomnia, sleep apnea, time-restricted eating, exercise, nutrition, and supplementation. In part one of our interview, episode 136, Ken talked to Greg about how he became interested in circadian biology and the importance of synchronizing our lifestyles to be in tune with our circadian rhythms. Greg also explains why he decided to specialize in sleep and what his research has taught him about the role and importance of melatonin, a hormone that helps control the body's sleep cycle. Dawn Kernagis was traveling during our talk with Greg and couldn't join Ken to co-host the interview.  Greg gained attention in the U.S. and Europe for his research into the importance of biological rhythms and sleep and how they affect people's lives. His work has been featured in the BBC World Service, the Washington Post, Reuters and other scientific journals and news outlets. In addition to being a science writer and sleep consultant, Greg also is an entrepreneur who co-founded Resilient Nutrition in 2020, a company that leverages science to produce foods and supplements geared toward helping people feel and perform better. Greg earned undergraduate and master's degrees in exercise science from Loughborough University in England a Ph.D. from the University of Leeds. Show notes: [00:03:12] Ken opens part two of our interview with Greg by asking him about continuous positive airway pressure machines, known as CPAPs, that are used for sleep apnea and related disorders, and how these devices relate to circadian rhythms and quality of sleep. [00:05:47] Ken brings up chronotypes, the concept that some people are better suited to an earlier or later sleep schedule. Ken goes on to say that during our interview with Satchin Panda, he argued that chronotypes are largely a myth. Ken asks Greg how much he thinks chronotypes are the product of environment as opposed to evolutionary biology and genetics. [00:10:27] Ken asks what an example would be of an advanced chronotype. [00:11:54] Ken asks Greg about chrononutrition, which is the relationship between a person's nutrition and their body clock. [00:20:46] Ken mentions that muscle protein synthesis comes up as a problem for people getting older who begin a fasting diet which is generally good for their health but prevents them from maintaining or gaining substantial muscle mass, as their protein demands are higher than they were in youth. Ken asks Greg his thoughts on a pulsatile approach to fasting and protein intake for this cohort. [00:23:39] Ken asks Greg about chronopharmacology, what it is and how it might tie into nutrition. [00:25:21] Ken asks Greg to explain his stance that we should re-engineer our lifestyles to better mimic certain aspects of our distant ancestors to protect ourselves from chronic diseases and revive the kinds of energy we had as children. Greg explains what aspects of our ancient ancestors we ought to emulate. [00:29:07] Ken mentions a paper Greg published on sleep and bodyweight, and asks Greg to expound on the relationship between sleep and weight regulation. [00:33:54] Ken asks if Greg thinks it is true that there is now an “epidemic” of sleep loss. [00:36:57] Greg gives a list of advice for people to optimize their sleep. [00:40:57] Ken mentions that many people enjoy a little wine or other drink before bed because they feel as if it helps them fall asleep. Ken asks Greg to talk about how this can damage a person's sleep. [00:43:52] Ken asks when people should go to bed, and how much sleep is needed for a person on average, and how much variation there is in the quantity of sleep needed between people.

Ray Gillenwater and Stan Efferding talk about nutrition, recovery, and overall health for strength athletes. 0:02:00 - Stan's stats 0:04:21 - Gaining muscle mass 0:14:13 - Underweight - tips to gain weight and increase hunger 0:23:03 - Better digestion tips 0:28:12 - Lactose intolerance 0:31:50 - Vitamins and minerals 0:41:55 - Bloodwork and measuring nutrients 0:45:46 - Markers in a blood test to look for 0:53:44 - Blood sugar fixes 0:58:50 - CPAPs and sleep apnea 1:08:11 - Body composition 1:20:25 - Stan's coaching and what he learned at Rip's seminar

This week's EYE ON NPI is going with the flow and keepin' everything chill and low pressure with Sensirion's SFM3119 Low-Pressure Drop Flow Meter! (https://www.digikey.com/en/product-highlight/s/sensirion/sfm3119-low-pressure-drop-flow-meter) This sensor is designed primarily for medical use cases - ventilators, CPAPs, oxygen masks, etc., but could also be used for industrial setups where non-toxic gas flow needs to be measured. What's interesting about this sensor is it doesn't use a little fan like the turbine sensors (https://www.adafruit.com/product/5066) we've used before for liquid flow measurements. Instead there's a digital (capacitive?) flow sensor that does not impede gas/air flow. This means it can be used for very low flow rates without interference. Like many of the sensors we've been investigating lately, there's an integrated analog front end with I2C controller already inside, so no complex calibration or linearization setup is required. There's a simple 4 pin interface with power, ground, SCL and SDA. On GitHub we found a wide range of libraries (https://github.com/Sensirion/?q=sfm&type=all&language=&sort=) for Arduino, Python, and embedded C, to handle the various I2C commands and checksums required. Data comes out of the libraries as flow rate in slm (standard liter per minute) and temperature. We were able to get our Arduino example with OLED output display working within a few minutes! Given the strong support, low price, and ease-of-use we can recommend this flow rate sensor even for non-medical purposes. While its designed for air or oxygen, it could possibly be calibrated for other non-corrosive gas types. While we were prepping for this EYE ON NPI, the sensor went out of stock at Digi-Key! But according to the lead time estimate system, more Sensirion SFM3119's will be in stock at Digi-Key in the next month or two (https://www.digikey.com/short/2jcff3qp). You can back-order this sensor or sign up to be emailed when they come back into stock for immediate shipment or notification when the next batch of this popular sensor lands in the Digi-Key warehouse!

Join Tom and Ben as we welcome Eric, the Lip King, to the show.  Eric is a nurse practitioner and is owner of Bosque Aesthetics in New Mexico.  We get all the deets on opening an aesthetics practice, the botox, the lip fillers, and the abdominal and vaginal toners.  Beyond that, he details the hard work that goes into opening your own practice and the risks versus rewards of doing so.  In 5 questions, we learn all about Eric's dream job, get a Idiocracy reference in, and ensure that Dr. Pepper won't ever sponser the show.  In our Story That You May Have Missed, we look at how long Phillips knew about the problem with CPAPs before issuing the recall.  You can find Bosque Aesthetics on Facebook, Instragram, and TikTok as well as the website above.  This episode is sponsored by Eko Health.  www.ekohealth.com and use code JSP for $50 off your order. Just Some Podcast Social Media www.facebook.com/justsomepodcast www.twitter.com/justsomepodcast www.instagram.com/justsomepodcast www.patreon.com/justsomepodcast Huge shoutout to Falcon Five-O for use of their music "Hard Living" and "Failure's Not the Same Without You".

David & Dwaine talkin' about: Driving in the left lane Dwaine's driving bad habit Dwaine trying to sell a CPAP on eBay. - - - - - Thanks for listening If you like the show, subscribe, share, and leave some positive feedback. Join our Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/allmeat

LLN (10/27/21) – Several health issues are generating a lot of talk right now – what is and is not required on your U.S. DOT physical; and a recall of CPAPs. Also, research says more than a third of all truckers smoke – which can lead to all kinds of health problems. So the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund has started a program called “Rigs Without Cigs.” Matt Sullivan of DAT explains how the supply shortage is showing up in the spot market before getting into the latest trends and numbers. And California is contemplating how to deal with supply chain problems. OOIDA says any effort has to fix some trucking problems. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:14 – DOT physicals; CPAP recall; Rigs Without Cigs. 25:07 – Supply shortage and the spot market. 40:03 – OOIDA to California: Here's how to fix the supply chain.

Originally Posted: https://wellawaresystems.com/cpap-mask-irritating-skin/Why Is My CPAP Mask Irritating My Skin?A continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) machine is a lifesaver for patients who suffer from sleep apnea. All night, CPAPs force air through the airway, preventing apnea episodes in which breathing stops. The CPAP face mask, on the other hand, can cause irritation, which can be particularly severe in patients with sensitive skin. Redness, sores, pimples, blisters, and rashes can be painful as well as irritating. Here are some tips to help you cope with the discomfort of using a CPAP sleep mask. Is it time to replace your CPAP mask?If you detect any of the following indicators, it's time to replace your CPAP sleep mask:DrynessThe worn-out cushionDiscoloration (yellowing) or other blemishesExcessive leaking, or more than usualAre You Wearing The Incorrect Mask?CPAP masks aren't for everyone. There are numerous manufacturers, each of which produces at least a few different models. A full mask that covers the nose and mouth is the most common type of CPAP mask, and you most certainly have one. That is, however, far from the only choice. A CPAP mask that merely fits under your nose is also available. If you have inflammation around your mouth, this is an excellent choice. Another alternative is to obtain a mask that goes all the way around the face, which distributes the mask's pressure more evenly. How Well Does Your CPAP Mask Fit?Masks that don't fit properly are a major source of irritation issues with CPAP masks. Masks that are either too big or too tiny might cause problems, so be sure yours is the right size before you use it.Rubbing for eight hours, no matter how gentle, will irritate your skin. If your mask is overly tight, it will irritate your skin by pressing against it and trapping the sweat and oil it produces.Once you've found the right size, you can fine-tune it by adjusting the straps. The straps are usually designed to accommodate most adults, however they may be too short in some circumstances to be comfortable. You may be able to order a custom-sized strap to match your CPAP sleep mask in these cases.Begin by playing around with your mask. If it's too tight, loosen it up for a week and see if it helps. Try going a little tighter if it slips around on your face and doesn't stay in place. With a little trial and error, you might be able to solve your mask problem. Think About CPAP Mask HygieneOils on your skin could be one factor causing the cushion to slide. Wash your face every night before putting on your CPAP mask to help avoid this from occuring. Applying lotion to your face can have the same effect as having oily skin, causing chaffing as the cushion moves around. A CPAP sleep mask's fit might be affected by facial hair. If your mask does not fit properly because you have a beard or moustache, consider cutting or removing your facial hair. Support the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

Originally posted: https://wellawaresystems.com/best-humidity-level-for-cpap-machine/Why have a CPAP humidifier? If you're already using a CPAP machine and are having problems with nasal dryness, congestion, or discomfort, humidification can assist.When we breathe regularly, our nose and throat assist in humidifying (moistening and warming) the air we inhale. The body can't keep up with the increased air flow from the CPAP, which can result in dryness or congestion. Nasal congestion and dryness of the nose and throat affect up to 40% of CPAP users. Patients may be unable to continue their treatment because of these effects. Humidifiers for CPAPs give moisture and warmth to the air that is delivered by the machine. This will help to alleviate feelings of dryness and congestion, as well as increase overall comfort and compliance.A CPAP humidifier is a device that adds moisture to the air you breathe through your CPAP machine by releasing moisture from a small tank of distilled water. This can help you feel more at peace when using CPAP.CPAP therapy can cause dry mouth, dry throat, cracked lips, nosebleeds, chest pain, and sinus infections by reducing moisture in the nasal airways. When using CPAP therapy, humidifiers are utilised to give moisture to the air, preventing these difficulties.Built-in and external humidifiers are the two types of humidifiers available. The CPAP machine includes built-in humidifiers. External humidifiers attach to your CPAP machine as independent components. You should always check your CPAP machine's manual or contact the manufacturer for recommendations on which humidifiers are the best options for your machine. Adjusting humidity levels throughout the yearHumidity levels will need to be adjusted frequently as the seasons change or if a person travels to a different climate. If you're congested or dry, turn up the humidity (and tube temperature if possible), and if you have any condensation or water in your tube or mask, turn down the humidity (and/or turn up the tube temperature if possible).Support the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

This week on Curmudgeon's Corner, Sam goes solo. Mostly. He discusses the big Texas abortion case at SCOTUS and the implications thereof. He discusses the pandemic, especially the latest on masks. Round it out with a bit on Afghanistan, a little on Hurricane Ida, a bit on a movie, and just a smidge about CPAPs, and you have a show! Show Details: Recorded 2021-09-04 Length this week - 1:37:16 (0:00:22-0:13:51) Segment the First Agenda CPAP recall Sam Movie: Tora! Tora! Tora! (1970) (0:15:50-0:45:01) Segment the Second Canine cohost? SCOTUS and Texas Democrats vs Republicans using power Doom and gloom or backlash coming? (0:46:06-1:03:40) Segment the Third Mask quality New mask effectiveness study Tragedy of the commons (1:04:41-1:36:55) Segment the Fourth Vaccine population effects More on masks Afghanistan Hurricane Ida Proactive vs reactive Stuff at the end The Curmudgeon's Corner theme music is generously provided by Ray Lynch. Our intro is “The Oh of Pleasure” (Amazon MP3 link) Our outro is “Celestial Soda Pop” (Amazon MP3 link) Both are from the album “Deep Breakfast” (iTunes link) Please buy his music and support his GoFundMe.

Sleep duration is based on time asleep and does not include restless or awake time. A sleep study is a test that records the activity of the body during sleep. There are five main types of sleep studies that use different methods to test for different sleep characteristics and disorders. What is sleep apnea? A potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts. Risk factors include age and obesity. It's more common in men. Symptoms include snoring loudly and feeling tired even after a full night's sleep. Treatment often includes lifestyle changes, such as weight loss, and the use of a breathing assistance device at night, such as a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. If you have trouble breathing, a BiPap machine can help push air into your lungs. You wear a mask or nasal plugs that are connected to the ventilator. The machine supplies pressurized air into your airways. It is called “positive pressure ventilation” because the device helps open your lungs with this air pressure. What is the difference between BiPAP and CPAP? While CPAP generally delivers a single pressure, BiPAP delivers two: an inhale pressure and an exhale pressure. These two pressures are known as inhalation positive airway pressure (IPAP) and exhalation positive airway pressure (EPAP). A BiPAP isn't the only type of ventilator that uses positive pressure to help you breathe. Another common breathing device is the continuous positive airway pressure machine, or CPAP. Both deliver air pressure when you breathe in and breathe out. But a BiPAP delivers higher air pressure when you breathe in. When is Snoring Dangerous? Loud snoring can be a serious sleep disorder. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a blockage that stops breathing and disturbs sleep. If any of these symptoms occur with loud snoring, speak to your doctor for further evaluation. The standard in the literature is that healthy sleepers spend more than 90% of the time in bed asleep, so if you're in bed for eight hours, a healthy sleeper might actually sleep for only about 7.2 hours. 8.5 hours of sleep is the new eight hours. Mobile/SMS: +1 202-352-5051 Email: chris@abraham.su Work: chris@gerriscorp.com Twitter: @chrisabraham Facebook: facebook.com/chrisabraham LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chrisabraham Instagram: instagram.com/chrisabraham Blog: chrisabraham.com/blog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chrisabraham/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/chrisabraham/support

CPAPs and Root Beer, Andrew's Folly, Adam loves math, poor gourmet, cook your hot dogs thoroughly, don't let your testicles touch the water, abandoned fake animals, while you played games I studied the blade, pigs love McDonald's, and THE NEWS!Hosted by Amanda King & Adam TuckerProducer Andrew DresdenJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/G5rRCPmFmnThis episode is brought to you by: The. Supper Club. Why go grocery shopping and cook when you can just Let Martha Make It! Let Martha know NERD sent you and you get a bonus free sheet of tasty cookies! Just visit letmarthamakeit.com or find them on Facebook.Edited by Andrew DresdenA product of Pants Pending StudiosBecome a Patron at Patreon.com/pantspendingWe are just like you, working full time, and trying to make this network great. Would you like to donate to the cause without committing to a monthly subscription? Visit PayPal.me/pantspending and donate today!Music from https://filmmusic.io "Blown Away - No Percussion" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) "Phat Sketch" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)This is a copyrighted internet broadcast. Any reproduction or rebroadcast without express permission of its creators is strictly prohibited. For more, visit nerd.pantspending.com. Find us on facebook at Facebook.com/NERDpodcast, or on Twitter @PPSnerd. We can be heard via iTunes and Google Play Podcasts!

Brandon and Dave  explore the world of emergency orders from ADFG. They also start talking about dip netting and other wild things like CPAPs and new resident Doctors starting. It an eclectic mix of topics, but as always the boys are sitting on a back porch.

Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of the Delivering WOW Dental Podcast. Today, we're talking all about the best marketing for dentists who are wanting to grow a successful practice. So I absolutely love talking about this topic. As many of you guys know, we have done some pretty cool things inside of my dental practice with marketing. We have for years now been able to get over a hundred patients a month, which is crazy. We obviously keep growing and we've been adding on associates. But the great thing is that we are at the point now where we're not having to really look at much in terms of marketing. So what I'm going to be doing today inside of the episode is actually sharing how you too can get to that point where you have more patients than you perhaps need and more patients coming in without you really having to think about a lot of paid marketing, expensive marketing. So let's talk a little bit about the journey of a patient and that journey typically will start with them not knowing who you are. As you're bringing them into your world, they are first becoming aware about your practice, about what makes you different about, how you serve the community, about the services that you provide. From there, we are looking at taking people along a journey, from awareness to making a decision to pick up the phone and call to coming in and having a great experience to becoming a patient who's a raving fan, and then ultimately, ideally a patient that will be with us for life, for them and their families, right? So as we start looking at building out these raving fans, people who can't stop talking about us, because to be honest with you, if we can focus in terms of marketing on creating an army of raving fans, then again, marketing gets really, really easy because they're actually doing the work for us. So the first thing I want you to think about is number one, are you providing a great experience? Are you doing dentistry that you can really be proud of and that people will want to talk about, right? So if not, then obviously that's where we want to start. But once you know that you're providing a good service, then what we want to look at is how can we start the process of getting known in our community? Many of you guys know, I'm a huge fan of Facebook marketing for a few reasons. Number one is the target demographic of who we are wanting as ideal patients are primarily using Facebook as far as their social media channel. So what do I mean by that? I'm looking at patients who are between the ages of maybe 38, 55 people who are at a point where they are able to take care of investing in themselves in terms of the investment, the financial investment. They're starting to perhaps see their parents age and understand that right now is a time to take care of yourselves, right? So I love using Facebook marketing. It's also super, super cost effective as well. Honestly, I've never seen anything work like it. We have worked with hundreds and hundreds of practices and what's really cool is they start to build this following in the community where people are coming up and saying, "Oh my God, aren't you the doctor at so-and-so." Or they are having patients coming in and saying, "I've been following you for a while and I've been telling everybody about you." That's so cool and we can get to that point. So you definitely want to look at number one, are you utilizing Facebook marketing? Are you using Facebook effectively to actually showcase what your practice is known for and to get out there and start doing some community service events as well, really showcasing the culture of your practice? Because let's face it, dental practices, many of them, they'll all provide hopefully a similar level of quality of care. What makes your business stand apart is the culture. It's what people see when they walk in, the smells. It's how you make them feel, right? So utilizing social, you're able to essentially put a lens of the outside world to what's actually happening in your business. So one thing that we love to do for doctors that are in our platinum mastermind and also within our training program, our Dental Boss Academy is we want to make it easy. We want to make it easy for you to do marketing campaigns. So getting out there and doing a community-based marketing campaign every month where you are using social media, where you are integrating in internal marketing and you're involving your patients and you're putting up flyers around the office, and you're sending out emails, really enrolling, again, not just your potential patients, but also your existing, because once you start focusing on how to effectively market to your existing patients, and all of a sudden, they now start doing the marketing for you, which is really cool, right? So a few things that you can look at doing in terms of the internal marketing is, again, if you are doing something, maybe you're having a coloring contest, then you want to be able to have an online version. You want to be able to involve your patients, have them to participate. Now, you can get out there and you can talk about it. You can do Facebook lives. What's really cool is that any of these campaigns, again, these are awareness campaigns where people may or may not have heard about you before. All of a sudden, you are doing videos. Maybe you're doing a small makeover competition. You're talking about it. Maybe you're implementing a new service and you're talking about that. Then now you can take anybody that's watched those videos. Again, there's some strategy there that is really, really simple, a few little steps. Then from there you start to build, and anybody who's watched those videos or have comment on your posts, now you can start to show them Facebook ads for those high value services, which is really, really cool, right? So again, for me, the best marketing that we want to look at is how do we build this funnel, right? How do we take people from awareness to raving fan, but also how do you create marketing campaigns that allow for this organically happen? What's been really cool is seeing practices that we've worked with have a budget of a few hundred dollars a month and they're now bringing in $50,000 cases or having an extra 20 grand coming in because they are getting people in who already believe in them before they walk in. But what's, I guess, really most exciting, all of this if you really think about it, is how many more lives we're serving, how many potential lives that we're literally saving. If we start looking at doing sleep appliances and things like that. I mean, imagine doing a Facebook live effectively with the correct targeting where now all of a sudden you're talking about sleep apnea, you're talking about what happens when people snore and how do people stop breathing and you can talk about CPAPs versus oral appliances. Again, with the effective targeting now, anybody who is seeing those videos, they can see specific ads for sleep apnea, which is really, really cool, right? So hopefully those tips are helping you. But again, as fast as possible, I do recommend that you start thinking about how can you build out your marketing strategy where you can continue to not only get the community talking about you, but your patients as well. All right, guys. So hopefully that helps. So if you have not done so already, I'd love to invite you to get access to our free marketing plan, training and templates. To do so, you can head on over to deliveringwow.com/marketingplan. Within that training, we're actually going to show you how to create your marketing plan. We're going to give you tons of ideas to be able to do that as well and to give you some video training to help you get started. All right, guys, that's it for today. I look forward to chatting you in the next episode. Until then, keep Delivering WOW. Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the Delivering WOW podcast with Dr. Anissa Holmes. We'll catch you next time.

James Nestor (@mrjamesnestor) has written for Outside, Scientific American, The Atlantic, Dwell, The New York Times, and many other publications. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, was an instant New York Times bestseller. James has appeared on dozens of national television shows, including ABC's Nightline and CBS's Morning News, and on NPR. In this episode, we discuss: How James became fascinated with the subject of breath and breathing What James learned from studying free divers The 10-day mouth breathing experiment Why it's advantageous to breathe through your nose The difference between mouth vs. nose breathing During allergy season snoring & sleep apnea goes up Mouth breathing can affect the development of your face Breastfed babies will be less apt to snoring, sleep apnea & crooked teeth The problem with braces Palatal expansion is the new wave of orthodontics Practices to make nose breathing an unconscious habit You can change the size of your mouth Our environment impacts our breathing Overbreathing can make you more apt to have osteoporosis Why balancing carbon dioxide in your system is important What is hypoventilation training? Carbon dioxide training is an effective therapy for anxiety The benefits of mouth taping CPAPs are doing nothing to help the root cause of sleep apnea Myofunctional therapy trains people to have proper oral posture Why you should use a neti pot Hacks for better breathing Tummo is similar to the Wim Hof Method The breathing technique called the “physiological sigh” 5.5 breaths per minute Take control of your breath anytime of the day Holotropic breathing brings up subconscious thoughts Keep breathing... make it calm, light, slow and deep Show sponsors: Organifi

Future-Focused Dental Sleep Medicine Episode #306 with Dr. Steve Carstensen Airway has a butterfly effect. If you don't breathe well, you don't sleep well. And we all know what poor sleep can do to physical and mental health! So, to stress the importance of treating obstructive sleep apnea early, Kirk Behrendt brings in Dr. Steve Carstensen to talk about the potential orthodontic and health disasters when left untreated. Help people breathe better, not just every night, but over their entire lives! To learn how to make the biggest difference in children, listen to Episode 306 of The Best Practices Show! Main Takeaways: Dentists can make a difference in people's health and lives from infancy to old age. Airway is managed differently for adults and children. We need to ask if children are sleeping well. There is an inadequate diagnosis for children. If a child isn't sleeping well, it is likely because they aren't breathing well. The new screener tool from the ADA will help identify more at-risk children. For adults, other countries are ahead in airway management; the U.S. is tied to CPAP. Only 18% of people who are supposed to be using their CPAP use it. About 32% of people don't bother with a diagnosis because they don't want to use a CPAP.   Quotes: “My whole life is to make sure that people breathe better every night — and actually, over their whole lives. So, it's kind of a 4D thing. It's three dimensions of airway that we all learn about in anatomy class in dental school, plus the fourth dimension of how it affects their lives from their infancy all the way to their old age. And dentists have an amazing and really rewarding way to make a difference in all that.” (06:23—06:51) “If the American Dental Association is going to roll out a screener, instead of just making up five questions and thinking, ‘Okay, these must be important because we think they are,' we're actually going to have scientists, researchers, and there's a periodontist with a PhD in medical science informatics who is going to help us, and we're going to make this an unkillable tool for anybody to use. So, the ADA will now have the world's best tool for identifying children at risk for breathing problems. That's a powerful thing because it takes that out of the hands of, ‘Well, I think they breathe okay,' into something that's really important.” (12:49—13:31) “There're 163,000 practicing dentists. There're only a few thousand practicing physicians, and out of those few thousand practicing sleep physicians, there're only a few hundred, maybe not even 200, that are practicing pediatric sleep medicine, because the biggest difference is we manage airway completely differently for adults and kids.” (14:17—14:41) “Sleep physicians don't really have a ton of tools to work with little kids. Plus, the problems are different. So, our screener tool is going to be aimed at identifying those problems, what's going south about these kids' health and behavior and issues every day, every night, that we can intervene as dentists. Because actually, we're the ones who are going to be in charge of fixing the problems that we are identifying.” (14:43—15:08) “If we can identify a four-year-old whose maxilla isn't growing correctly because they don't swallow right because they don't breathe right, then know that by the time they're 12, they're going to be an orthodontic mess. What if we can fix it when they're five? We can make them breathe better and have a better bite.” (15:37—15:53) “If we're thinking about adults, then other countries are ahead of us [in airway management], because we in the United States are tied down to CPAP. If you go to get a diagnosis, then you're going to get a CPAP from most sleep physicians. And the sleep physicians are kind of just zeroed in on that.” (16:13—16:33) “In 2021, Phillips, one of two giant companies making CPAPs, produced a very cool infographic for World Sleep Day on March 21st. What they came up with is...

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Keeping the upper airway open Breathing while you sleep….it's kind of a big deal. So much so that things like a CPAP exist to save lives, open the airway, and get your body the oxygen it needs to survive. But is this the best option? What happens if you have a septal deviation? Are there any measures we can take to improve airway patency while we sleep, and even train!? To better understand what our options are, we have to look at what a CPAP actually does, and we need to have our bodies be able to do in its place if it's something we want to cease using.  So too with nasal breathing. What are the components needed to breathe effectively through our noses?  You'll get to find all this out today in this debrief. Check out Movement Debrief Episode 144 to learn more! Watch the video here for your viewing pleasure. If you want to watch these live, add me on Instagram. t Show notes Check out Human Matrix promo video here. Here are some testimonials for the class. Want to sign up? 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(Release date not known yet :( Here's a signup for my newsletter to get nearly 5 hours and 50 pages of content, access to my free breathing and body mechanics course, a free acute:chronic workload calculator, basketball conditioning program, podcasts, and weekend learning goodies.  Introduction to Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Course Review - If you want to dive into myofunctional therapy and tongue posture, this is the post for you. If you want to peep some exercises for your tongue, check out the playlist here. Orthodontic elastics - These are great cueing devices for tongue placement Nasal saline rinse - Clean your nostrils with this one. CPAP  Question: My question for you has to do with the CPAP machine and why it could be bad? I know it's a steady flow of air that can affect the pressure in the ribcage, but can you explain this further?  Would an APAP machine that does not have a constant flow of air be better? Or are there still risks? Watch the answer here. Answer: CPAP and APAP are devices that alter the pressure of the air you breathe in, which helps prevent the airway from collapsing while you sleep. Normally, we breathe through negative pressure. This means that as we breathe in, the diaphragm pulls downward, which creates a force that makes the airway and surrounding structures want to collapse inward. Fortunately, air getting pulled in the lungs helps maintain the shape, and life is good. But what happens if this negative pressure is so great that the airway collapses too far and you do not get adequate airflow? Well, now you aren't getting enough oxygen, which causes major problems. Like uh....death. A way to "fix" this is through positive airway pressure, which essentially has the reverse effect of negative pressure—creating expansion. Now I have a situation where I still create negative pressure from the diaphragm, but I change the pressurization of air coming into my body in a manner that allows the airway to fill. Life is good. There are three categories of devices you could go with to utilize this mechanism: Continuous (CPAP): Blows a constant stream of air in under a single set of pressure Automatic (APAP): Samples your breathing and determines what pressure you need to be at Bi-level (BiPAP): The pressure changes depending on the breath cycle. These devices are essential and life-saving for someone who has sleep apnea. This is especially true for central sleep apnea, where the brain causes the apneic events to occur. These devices can also mitigate many of the symptoms felt from sleep deprivation. So if you are someone with apnea, you most likely want to get one of these devices ASAP. In terms of which device you choose, the BiPAP will most likely make a full respiratory cycle occur more easily, but it's also more expensive. Your best bet is to coordinate with your sleep doc. Now before you read onward, let me be clear: PSA - Do not perform the following recommendations without consulting a physician first. This is not medical advice and is for entertainment purposes only. There are a few issues with using these devices as a treatment: Compliance is SUPER low. 50% of users after 1 year will stop. Several side effects can happen such as dry throat, difficulty falling asleep, etc. The device may not be fixing the problem if sleep apnea is obstructive and not central. What I mean by point number 3 is that the problem of sleep apnea has to do with the airway collapsing at some location. The machine does not fix the structural collapse but creates an artificial breathing environment; acting like a stent for your airway. Stents open up the pipe, but don't fix the underlying issue. This could be why CPAPs do NOT have cardioprotective effects.  You could still have many of the following issues: Restricted nasal airway Low resting tongue posture, whcih collapses the pharyngeal wall during sleep Low soft palate posture restricted airway size Limited cervical dynamics Limited thorax dynamics All of these factors could limit your ability to breathe effectively during sleep and life. I think they need to be addressed to really "fix" the problem. [caption id="attachment_13405" align="aligncenter" width="386"] Make that airway dynamic AF, fam![/caption] Consider if you cannot adequately breathe through your nose for whatever reason. You will not get nitric oxide production needed to dilate blood vessels, which has several cardioprotective effects by reducing blood pressure and such. The key is to restore this mechanism. How would you do that? That I cannot answer, as each individual's needs will be unique. You need data, imaging, and a physical examination to make decisions. Pursuing upper airway restoration involves working under a skilled physician (Dentist, sleep doctor, ENT). Treatments could include the following: Surgeries to impact airway at any level (maxillomandibular advancement, septoplasty or other nasal surgeries, surgical palate expansion, tongue-tie release, etc) Oral appliance and airway orthodontics Myofunctional therapy and physical therapy Maximizing sleep environment Eating foods that support a healthy sleep environment Whatever you need, please consult a physician skilled in this domain, but I do think going this route is essential for improving upper airway dynamics, and subsequently sleep. If you want to check out some of the stuff I've tried, you can see them below: Maxillary expansion Tongue-tie release and septoplasty Wisdom teeth extraction Oral appliance Deviated septum  Question: When dealing with a client with a deviated septum, that is a constant mouth breather. What is the best route to take with them in order for them to improve their breathing during training? Would the tongue drill help? Are there other drills? Watch the debrief here. Answer: The best route to "fix" a deviated septum would be consulting a practitioner who specializes in the upper airway. What will likely need to happen is some changes in mouth structure and position to improve the floor of the nose (aka roof of the mouth) and potentially a surgical procedure to correct the deviation pending the degree. There are likely no conservative measures that can alter a septal deviation, this is a structural issue. That said, many folks can still nasal breathe well despite this structural issue. In fact, I know someone right now who has an 80% blockage in one nostril who nasal breathes like a boss! Just like you can have osteoarthritis without pain and a high level of function, so too can you have a structural problem in your nose but still breathe well. The key is to have all the pieces in places needed to ensure a nasal breathing environment: Palatal tongue posture Ability to breathe through your nose Carbon dioxide tolerance Let's dive into each! Palatal tongue posture A palatal tongue posture is the ability to place your entire tongue on the roof of your mouth and keep it there. Notice how the tongue is right up against the roof of the mouth (photo credit: Sémhur)The ability to get into this position requires adequate mobility and knowing how to get into position. If you want some good exercises to enhance tongue mobility, check out this post and my Youtube playlist here. If you want to better improve tongue placement, utilizing orthodontic elastics on your mouth can be a big help. Basically, you can put the elastics where you can't get your tongue up to as an external cue. Focus on pressing the elastic into the roof of the mouth. [caption id="attachment_13409" align="aligncenter" width="376"] Elastic on the tongue tip. A good starting point[/caption] Ability to breathe through your nose This is as it sounds. Can you breathe through your nose while keeping a palatal tongue posture? Think breathe quietly and slowly through your nose in this position. You can also use a saline rinse through your nose to keep it open and clean. [caption id="attachment_13411" align="aligncenter" width="376"] Keep ya nose clean, fam![/caption] Carbon dioxide tolerance Mouth breathing is useful for keeping blood pH in a tight window during exercise. pH is governed by carbon dioxide, so the better you can tolerate carbon dioxide, the longer you can nasal breathe. This quality can be improved by working on a controlled pause. Here are the steps to this action: Attain palatal tongue posture Exhale a normal amount through your nose Pause and do not breathe. Hold to the point of first experiencing air hunger (where you feel the need to breathe in) Breathe in lightly through your nose, and exhale again; repeating step 3. Over time, your ability to tolerate air hunger should improve, and NO ONE will mess with you. Sum up CPAPs help keep the airway open and oxygen in your body, but improving airway dynamics and structure are key to "fixing" sleep apnea Nasal breathing requires a palatal tongue posture, regular nasal breathing, and carbon dioxide tolerance Image by https://www.myupchar.com/en

Casey Hoyt and Michael Moore, founders of VieMed Healthcare, Inc., the largest independent non-invasive ventilation therapy provider in the U S., joined Jan Swift of Discover Lafayette to discuss their journey. They were joined by Casey's dad, Max Hoyt, who has been a mentor, investor, and V. P. of Governmental Relations for VieMed until recently. They shared their journey in building a highly successful organization based upon mutual respect of their partner's talents as well as having each other's back at all times. Close friends since their college years, they met through their mutual friend, the late Brad Dunphy. Even while hanging out in college, Casey and Mike always enjoyed talking business. Casey learned at an early age how to work with others and for others, having grown up under the tutelage of his dad, Max Hoyt, who had started several businesses of his own, most notably Pixus Digital Printing. Starting in the work force at 15 years of age at Hub City Diner, Casey was always working and gained invaluable experience in the sales field selling alarms for ADT and "learned how to get 25 'No's' for each 'Yes'." He had found success running NimLock Louisiana (now VOXX), an exhibit and trade show service company. Michael Moore had gotten into respiratory therapy sales at the age of 17. He found he enjoyed working with patients and loved the fundamental of sales. He had worked for a mom and pop durable medical equipment business and had built strong relationships in the healthcare industry and with local physicians. By 2006, both Casey and Mike were ready for a new challenge and knew they could effectively combine their skills in business management (Casey) and sales (Mike.) Wanting to keep respiratory medicine front and center, the resulting endeavor was a new company, Sleep Management, which originally provided CPAPs for physicians' sleep labs. A change in Medicare rules in 2008 allowed for home-based sleep apnea testing, and they first worked to get physician-run sleep labs to opt in to this new at-home treatment for patients. As Mike says, "It really failed!" So they took a leap of faith and opened their own sleep apnea testing company called "Home Sleep Delivery," the first of its kind in Louisiana and only one of five in the country at the time. Payers weren't even covering the procedure at that time, but they knew it was just a matter of time before the home sleep treatment industry would be transformed and become mainstream. As Casey says, "Mike was always a good salesperson. We had a tiger by the tail the minute we turned on the light switch." Test devices are mailed to patients and then mailed back to Home Sleep Delivery; thereafter therapy for the patient is delivered via mail and the device set up by video call with assistance from the company. That business has continued to grow and Casey and Mike look back on that early home therapy option as a precursor of how people are now successfully operating remotely during COVID times. Casey and Mike have stayed focus on respiratory issues as their business has grown and branched out. While most people locally still look upon their business as focused on sleep apnea testing and treatment, that market is actually only 5% of their revenue. Yet, that sleep market is what led them into treating sick patients with lung disease. VieMed provides equipment and home-based healthcare to serve patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and other respiratory issues. It was in 2012 that they entered the non-invasive ventilator (NIV) therapy arm of their business as a distributor when Philips brought this life-changing device onto the market. In 2014, they rebranded to "VieMed" to more accurately reflect their business mission. "The non-invasive therapy market was" ripe for the picking" and demand was sky-high. VieMed is based in Lafayette LA and employs 505 full-time employees across the country,

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APAP vs CPAP: Which Therapy Should You Choose?Debating whether to use APAP vs. CPAP for your obstructive sleep apnea?  You are not alone. Most people find it hard to choose which machine is right for them since they're unaware of the differences between the two.Both continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and auto positive airway pressure (APAP) therapies deliver pressurized air to your airways to help you breathe.  But while CPAP machines are usually the first choice in treating sleep apnea, some people can't tolerate them. That's when doctors prescribe them with APAP therapy.  But how do you even know which one is better the choice for your needs? Read on as we explain the differences between CPAP vs APAP.Defining APAP Therapy vs CPAP TherapyYou've probably heard about CPAP machines more than APAP machines before, and that's because a CPAP machine is the one that's most commonly prescribed for sleep apnea patients.It provides a fixed and continuous flow of oxygen into your airway as you inhale and exhale while sleeping.CPAP machines usually come in the form of a small box with a built-in motorized fan, filter, humidifier, tube, and masks.  On the other hand, APAP machines, which are sometimes referred to as “self-adjusting CPAPs,” automatically adjust to the correct air pressure while you sleep. That means you don't need to input anything or prompt it to change the pressure anymore.APAP Therapy vs CPAP Therapy: The DifferenceBased on the above definitions, you can already see the biggest difference between the two: the behavior of the air pressure.CPAP only delivers a single fixed continuous pressure level of air. For most patients, CPAP is the only type of treatment they need, since CPAP pressure is optimally set for obstructive apneas.Meanwhile, an APAP machine automatically adjusts its setting according to a specific person's breathing needs.Cost Difference Between APAP vs CPAP MachinesSince APAP has a more sophisticated technology, the cost of an APAP machine is higher than CPAP's cost. A CPAP machine normally costs between $500-$700, while an APAP machine costs around $900-$2000.The APAP machine may be a better and more cost-effective device for long-term use. For most people, it's a small price to pay for the comfort and convenience that an APAP machine offers, but for some, the cost of an APAP can be a huge barrier.In most cases, patients who experience several changes in their breathing pattern during sleep choose APAP machines for their auto-adjustment settings.Other patients who have had the same continuous issues over time have opted for CPAP machines. Some patients are just used to and generally do better with the continuous airway pressure from CPAP machines.There are also patients who start with a CPAP machine and, after learning that the airflow does not manage their symptoms enough, switched to an APAP machine. Support the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

Keep Your CPAP Machine Germ-Free With The SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner: A ReviewIf you're like most people, you're probably not a big fan of all types of cleaning chores. Let's be honest here - who loves vacuuming the carpet, washing the dishes, or mowing the lawn?And it gets even worse if you own a CPAP machine. You have to take apart the mask's components and clean each and every nook and cranny to ensure it's all sanitized and free from harmful germs and bacteria.But there's actually an easier way to get the job done, and that's by using one of the best CPAP cleaners.The SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner. With this machine, you can properly sanitize your CPAP wares at the mere touch of a button.The CPAP machine has been proven to be an effective sleep apnea treatment option. But just like all medical equipment, proper care and maintenance is a must.  Doctors recommend that these machines be regularly cleaned and sanitized as its moist interior parts might become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria.  The manual method of cleaning the device with soap and water might be effective in removing oil and dirt, but it is not a reliable method if you want to kill microorganisms.  A better way of sanitizing the masks is by using ozone disinfection, which is a method employed by the SoClean 2 CPAP cleaner. According to its claims, it can kill 99.99 percent of all bacteria, molds, and viruses--guaranteed.  Despite being available only in one size, it works well with most CPAPs.Would we recommend the SoClean 2 for CPAP users? Definitely! The fact that it is guaranteed to kill 99.9 percent of potentially dangerous microorganisms is good enough for us to give it a thumbs up.  But of course, we understand that this product may not be attractive to some buyers. A major consideration is its price, which might appear too steep for a CPAP cleaning option.  But for those who can afford it, it's worth every penny for its ability to keep harmful bacteria at bay and the peace of mind it brings to the CPAP user.Support the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

CPAP Pressure Settings continuedSelf-adjusting CPAP machineAnother solution to deal with the problem of unsuitable pressure is opting for an APAP machine instead. APAP stands for auto positive air pressure and works on the same principle as the CPAP machines. One added advantage the APAP machines have over the CPAP machines is that they automatically adjust the pressure setting every time you breathe.This way, you do not have to worry about your pressure is too high or too low as the APAP will adjust it. It is why an APAP machine is sometimes also called a self-adjusting CPAPS or Automatic Titrating Positive Airway Pressure device.Benefits of using an APAP machineAPAP machines work on the same principle as CPAPs, but it has several added benefits to it.APAP machines are better suited in such a scenario than CPAP machines because they can adjust the pressure according to your breathing patterns. CPAP machines maintain a continuous airflow, which might not be suitable for some times of apnea. It is recommended that they move on APAP machines as they come with a built-in algorithm that decides the amount of air the sleeper needs at any given amount of time.Can work as CPAP as well- It is an added advantage that an APAP can also work as a CPAP machine if you set it a suitable airflow setting. But the same is not valid for a CPAP as it does not have the features of an APAP machine.Troubled sleepers- APAPs are also better for people who tend to toss and turn during their sleep. This is because if you are a troubled sleeper and tend to move around from a prone position to a supine position, then the chances of having apnea events are increased because of gravity. APAP 's algorithm manages the airflow according to your need so that you have an uneventful sleep.Comfort- Most patients receiving sleep apnea treatment find it a bit claustrophobic. The therapy requires them to wear a mask and sleep in a specific position throughout the night. Sometimes, this becomes too much to bear when the airflow settings are high. The chances of bearing such problems are decreased with the APAP machine as it automatically adjusts.Accounts for weight changes: As mentioned earlier, your severity of sleep apnea and the specifics of the therapy depends on various factors like your lifestyle, weight, and age. It is recommended that a sleep apnea patient should see a doctor if their weight has increased or decreased by 10% of their original. Since the APAP machines come with an algorithm of their own, they can provide suitable airflow for the therapy automatically.Alcoholic: If you are an alcoholic or consume alcohol before bedtime, you should choose APAP over CPAP machines. This is because alcohol makes apnea severe; it relaxes the throat muscles and slows down brain response speed. APAP machine can automatically adjust the airflow settings so that your air passage is not blocked.Works best during flu- When you have the flu or cold, the infection causes inflammation of the throat tissues because of which the air passage is congested. If a person has sleep apnea as well as cold, then the air pressure for the therapy might need to be increased. It is good that the APAP machines would alter the pressure settings and allow you a comfortable night's sleep.REM sleep: In the REM sleep stage, the breathing pattern is irregular, the body does not regulate its temperature, and blood pressure also spikes up. This is true for an average person but threatening for someone with sleep apnea. An APAP machine is most suitable in such a scenario because it can automatically adjust the airflow depending on your breathing pattern and sleep stage.Support the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

In this episode we talk bad backs and CPAPs, JB’s small vocabulary, fobile foibles, kids birthday parties, how to stock the coolers, doobers and vid games, disposing of toys at your friend’s house, stupid school rules and as always... dad jokes.Don’t forget to stick around for some outtake goofs after the credits.

Darlene, why are you being such a Karen? I mean…she confesses to harassing a cop and living to tell the tale – and in fact, didn't she JUST defy a cop and go to jail a few weeks ago? Oh, man. At any rate, this episode begins with our discussion of “CPAPs, Hickey's, and Biscuits.” … Continue reading S2 E17: Ziggy and The Conners from Mars

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Correct Mechanical Breathing in the Day (as well as at night!) can lead to profound changes in health, athletic performance, better on the job success and happiness in life.   The benefits of Efficient breathing can include: Relieves physical muscle tension Allows the mental function to slow and relax Body and mind connection Calms and centers Activates parasympathetic nervous system Releases natural wastes, such as carbon dioxide Gives the internal organs a gentle massage Increases the oxygen to all cells Strengthens the lungs Slows your heart rate Lowers your blood pressure Increases blood flow to muscles Improves concentration Reduces anger and frustration Boosts confidence Your health care provider or coach should be focused on the quality of your breathing mechanics.  Dr. Fred Clary, founder of Functional Analysis Chiropractic Technique ( a chiropractic technique focused on breathing mechanics and movement) and lifting and life coach and gym chalk covered philosopher opens a conversation on the importance of breath.

Taylor talks about a wild night that reminded her why she stays at home watching Netflix on Saturday nights. Taysha vents about sleep machines in the bedroom. And in our usual random sh*tshow, we have questions about supper vs dinner, periods, and what things annoy you about holiday family dinners. Good luck!

This Halloween episode is full of laughs. We mention the new shirts that are available for purchase and how CPAP Chuck has infected everyone since all the fans are now needing CPAPs. I go to the BMV to get my … Continue reading →

Sam Bollands is one of the UK's best powerlifters, having totalled 1000kg raw w/wraps recently at the Irish Pro IV. In this episode, we discuss judging standards in UK powerlifting, our views on nutrition, Sam's experience of being coached by Sebastian Oreb, his next meet, sleep apnea and CPAPs, mistakes lifters make in the warm up room, terrible coaches, and much more!

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Adhering to CPAP or continuous positive airway pressure for sleep apnea is a challenge for some patients. But perhaps none moreso than commercial truck drivers, who sometimes face impossible scenarios in which using the device means that the truck won't start in the morning—due to the truck batteries being dead after running the CPAP all night. Luckily technology now provides several solutions and fleet managers have become more accommodating in recent years. We spoke to truck drivers, truck makers, and fleet managers, who all gave us reasons to be optimistic about why it's easier to power a CPAP in a Big Rig than ever before.

Tom & Ben have discussed expanding the scope of the show and this is the first test episode in that format. We have discussed expanding to include other healthcare domains, so we welcomed Megan, a respiratory therapist, on the show. She discusses the role of respiratory therapy both in inpatient and outpatient settings. She also helps us to examine CPAPs in great detail and discusses the importance alarms on the ventilator. Our "Story You May Have Missed" discusses a Christmas present that could be causing more harm than good to those that receive it. Find us on social media Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/JustSomePodcast Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/JustSomePodcast Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/JustSomePodcast Our Amazon Affiliate Link https://www.amazon.com/?tag=justsomepodca-20&linkCode=ur1

Patients with obstructive sleep apnea who are prescribed a positive airway pressure machine, commonly known as CPAP, are instructed to use it every night. But that means lugging the device with them on every overnight trip—no small task given the shrinking space for airplane carry-on luggage. For CPAP users who leave their device at home while they are on vacation, a survey by CPAP maker ResMed found that two-thirds of users cite size as the reason for leaving their CPAP at home. Skipping therapy is a risky choice. In one study, patients who had heart attacks at night were 6 times more likely to also have obstructive sleep apnea than those whose heart attacks happened during the day. Anecdotally, skipping CPAP therapy has been linked to the sudden deaths of Supreme Court justice Antonin Scalia and football player Reggie White. So what exactly is a travel-friendly CPAP device and how are they different from full-sized CPAPs? Get the print articles this podcast is based on at www.sleepreviewmag.com/travel-cpaps-earn-wings and www.sleepreviewmag.com/sizing-up-heat-and-moisture-exchangers-travel-cpap Subscribe to the magazine and our enewsletters at www.sleepreviewmag.com/subscribe Get in touch: editor@sleepreviewmag.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1alcrTDFDUS1yPfAr-2gNQFacebook: www.facebook.com/sleepreviewTwitter: www.twitter.com/sleepreviewLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/groups/4041400 For sponsorship inquiries, email rfelts@medqor.com

It's part 9 of the TBTL 10th Vaniversary marathon, and it's the final show from the van! Andrew asks Luke, Sean and Jen to talk about TBTL in the old days, and listeners call-in to talk about what TBTL means to them. And everyone tries not to cry.

If you missed the Dr. Bob show today, you missed a lot. Here are just a few of the things that were covered -:Caller Darrell had a car accident and his Doctor wants to give him an injection in his neck between the bones.He requested an alternative to the injection and Dr. Bob suggested that he work with a Doctor that can provide him with therapy via the XDS900 Cervical Traction.Margo of Trinidad, Colorado was also another caller that was dealing with sleep apnea. Her Doctor wants to get her started on Cpaps and she is looking for an alternative way to resolve the issue. Dr. Bob suggested exercise, limit drugs, reducing stress, etc.The second half hour was an indepth interview with FuturePharm CEO Gina Haynie where they discussed liquid tumeric as an alternative treatment for issues related to inflamation. 

Let's talk about sleep, baby.  Let's talk about you and me (and CPAPs, night terrors, nightmares, Dream Jeff, songs, etc.)   Apologies to the Bamfords!   GO LIKE THE SHOW ON FACEBOOK OR...or...well, nothing will happen.

We were lying just now when we said SK was spiteful. We were lying out of spite. And this sums up the Lousy San Francisco Podcast. It is filled with sentimentality (Bunnies, black sheep and chihuahuas), self-loathing (CPAPs, and being over weight), contempt (Not a fan of the new Barbary Coast restaurant) and pizza. With this episode the Throng decides. And they decided on San Francisco's best pizza places... with a few of the usual tangents thrown in (Cloverfield 2, SF's Mobile Crisis Unit, Babette's final solution, and how to talk like a San Franciscan). But the reason SK sometimes goes off on a tangent may just be that he is predestined to make the podcast - however stupid the practical man my believe - leads somewhere. And that destination is a complete waste of time. Possibly you will add on your own account with an eye roll, "People will not understand it either who have never received a slap in the face." But set your minds at rest, ladies & gentlemen, he has not received a slap in the face...but many blows to the groin.

1.     Medicare Audits a.     Diabetic Supplies (Strips & Lancets)                                           i.    Must have Proof of Delivery                                          ii.    Proof of Delivery must match the claim to Medicare and the EOB                                         iii.    Patient Testing logs                                         iv.    Patient acknowledgment that they received education and demonstrated proper equipment usage                                          v.    Physician notes                                         vi.    If patient did not sign for the product, the patient representative must state why and provide name, address and relationship to patient   b.    Respiratory (O2 & CPAPs)                                           i.    Respiratory Therapist must be sign off on all respiratory products                                          ii.    O2, Pulse Ox                                         iii.    CMN signed by physician before claim is submitted to CMS   2.     Medicare Accreditation a.     Accreditation Organizations will be checking the following:                                           i.    Personnel Folders 1.     Training accomplished 2.     Hep B vaccine or declination 3.     Employee Evaluations 4.     Signed Job Descriptions 5.     Valid licenses and certifications                                          ii.    Patient Folders 1.     Proof of Delivery 2.     Prescription 3.     CMN or Detailed Written Order (if required) 4.     Proof of warranty & education 5.     Assignment of Benefits 6.     Collection of the 20% of Medicare allowable with evidence of collection (reconciliation)                                         iii.    Performance Management 1.     Patient Satisfaction Surveys 2.     Patient complaints 3.     Adverse Events       R. Jeffrey Hedges President   R.J. Hedges & Associates P.O. Box H New Florence, PA  15944   Office:  724-357-8380  Fax:      814-446-6336 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.