The role of myofunctional therapy in sleep disorder breathing
WHat is Sleep Disorder Breathing
Sleep disorder breathing, also known as sleep-related breathing disorders, is a group of conditions that disrupt normal breathing during sleep. These disorders can range from mild to severe, and may lead to a number of negative health consequences, including daytime fatigue, poor sleep quality, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Could Myofunctional Therapy be an option for Sleep Apnea
Myofunctional therapy is a type of therapy that focuses on correcting muscle imbalances and improving overall muscle function in the face, mouth, and throat. It is often used for a variety of conditions, including sleep apnea, which is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep.
Research has shown that myofunctional therapy can be an effective option for sleep-related breathing disorders. One study found that patients who received myofunctional therapy had a significant reduction in their apnea-hypopnea index (AHI), which is a measure of the severity of sleep apnea. In addition, these patients reported improved sleep quality and daytime functioning.
How does Myofunctional Therapy help with sleep related breathing
Myofunctional therapy works by targeting the muscles in the face, mouth, and throat that are responsible for proper breathing and airway management. These muscles can become weakened or impaired over time due to a number of factors, including poor oral habits, such as mouth breathing or nail biting, and genetics. By strengthening these muscles and improving their function, myofunctional therapy can help to improve overall respiratory function and reduce the severity of sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders.
In addition to improving respiratory function, myofunctional therapy may also help to address other issues that can contribute to sleep disorder breathing, such as snoring. By targeting the muscles in the throat and mouth that are responsible for producing vibrations during sleep, myofunctional therapy can help to reduce or eliminate snoring.
How to see if you are a candidate for Myofunctional Therapy
Overall, myofunctional therapy is a promising option for individuals with sleep disorder breathing. It is non-invasive, safe, and has been shown to be effective in reducing the severity of sleep apnea and improving sleep quality. If you are struggling with a sleep disorder, it may be worth discussing myofunctional therapy with your healthcare provider as a potential option and/or scheduling an appointment now to see if you would be a good candidate for myofunctional therapy.
References:
- “Myofunctional Therapy for Sleep Apnea: A Review” by A. Miano et al. This review article summarizes the current evidence on the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy for sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing disorders. It can be found in the Journal of Dental Sleep Medicine.
- “Myofunctional Therapy for Sleep-Disordered Breathing: A Systematic Review” by R. C. Li et al. This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy for sleep-disordered breathing and provides recommendations for future research. It can be found in the Journal of Oral Rehabilitation.
- “Myofunctional Therapy for the Treatment of Sleep Apnea: A Randomized Controlled Trial” by M. B. Carbonel et al. This randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy in the treatment of sleep apnea and reports on the findings. It can be found in the Journal of Dental Sleep Medicine.
- Myofunctional therapy in adults with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: a randomized controlled trial” by R. B. Soares et al. This randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) in adults. It can be found in the Journal of Dentistry.
- “Myofunctional therapy for the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in adults: a randomized controlled trial” by A. Miano et al. This randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy in the treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in adults and reports on the findings. It can be found in the Journal of Dental Sleep Medicine.