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Gua Sha and TMD
Gua Sha is a traditional Chinese medicine technique that involves scraping the skin with a smooth-edged tool to improve circulation and
Palatal Expansion and Tongue Placement
At BreatheWorks we work to improve tongue, lips, and jaw muscle function. There is some research that suggests that tongue posture
Orofacial Dysfunction Screening Examinations in Children with Sleep-Disordered Breathing Symptoms
Introduction: Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is a common condition among children that can have significant impacts on their overall health and well-being.
Tongue Resting Posture: What’s the Big Deal?
Why we as SLPs and Myofunctional Therapists Care about your Tongue Resting Posture (And why you should too). One of the
6 Signs You May Benefit from OMT
Across the lifespan, we see a wide variety of symptoms that can be warning signs of myofunctional disorder. Below are six
Aromatherapy and Sleep: How Essential Oils Can Help You Rest Better
Aromatherapy is a natural and holistic approach to health and wellness that uses essential oils to promote physical, emotional, and mental
Foods that Cause an Increase in Nasal Congestion
Mucus is a natural substance that helps protect our body from infections and irritants. However, excessive mucus production can lead to
Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide: A Possible Biomarker for Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Snorers
Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterized by repetitive episodes of partial or complete upper airway obstruction
Gender Differences in Upper Airway and Craniofacial Morphology in Sleep Apnea: New Research Findings
Introduction: Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing during sleep, often accompanied by loud snoring and
Dust Mites and Nighttime Allergies: Understanding the Connection
Introduction: Do you often find yourself waking up with a stuffy nose, itchy eyes, or a persistent cough? If so, you