Breathing Better: Unlocking the Secrets of Sleep Apnea & Environmental Factors

The Modern Vital Podcast

In this episode of The Modern Vital Podcast, host Dr. Ben Reebs interviews Corinne Jarvis, the founder of BreatheWorks and a speech-language pathologist specializing in sleep apnea and orofacial myofunctional disorders. Corinne discusses her career journey and how she became interested in the musculoskeletal approach to improve overall function, including speech, cognition, digestion, and breathing. She explains the concept of oral facial myology, which focuses on the study of oral muscle function and its impact on the shape and maturation of bones. Corinne emphasizes the importance of environmental factors such as allergens and inflammation in sleep apnea and airway dysfunction.

Corinne highlights the underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis of sleep apnea, especially in children, where symptoms may be mistaken for asthma or chronic allergies. She stresses the significance of recognizing signs and symptoms such as mouth breathing, snoring, digestion issues, and difficulty focusing. Corinne shares her experience in treating patients and how addressing environmental factors, such as allergens or food intolerances, can lead to significant improvements in muscle function and overall body posture. She also explains the relationship between the tongue and the diaphragm and the importance of proper breathing patterns in calming the nervous system.
Regarding the impact of environmental exposure, Corinne acknowledges that our modern environment filled with pesticides, pollutants, and electromagnetic fields is playing a fundamental role in compromising our body's ability to tolerate and function optimally. She mentions the challenges of creating a non-toxic environment but highlights the importance of educating oneself about optimal tongue posture, keeping the tongue lightly suctioned to the roof of the mouth, breathing through the nose, and maintaining good overall body posture. Corinne suggests seeking therapy to address these issues, as speech therapy benefits often cover such treatments, which can significantly improve breathing and overall well-being.
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