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Can Playing the Didgeridoo Improve Obstructive Sleep Apnea? - TMJ Unlocked


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In this episode of TMJ Unlocked, we break down a study showing that regular didgeridoo practice can significantly reduce daytime sleepiness, snoring, and the apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) in adults with moderate obstructive sleep apnea.

This episode explores the intersection of breathing, muscle function, sleep health, and alternative therapy, and why muscle-based approaches deserve a place in the sleep apnea conversation.

Whether you’re a clinician, patient, or simply curious about non-CPAP options for sleep apnea, this episode offers evidence-based insight with a fresh perspective.

Read the original study: ⁠https://www.bmj.com/content/332/7536/266⁠

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TMJ UnlockedBy TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Utah