VOL 05 | ISSUE 02 New Developments Impact of Emerging Technologies in Curing Sleep Disorders Sleep Hygiene Tips 10 Natural Ways to Ensure Healthy Sleep Habits
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Dr Jeffrey S. Haddad CEO
Michigan Center for TMJ and Sleep Wellness Ameliorating the Essentials of Living
Inducing Tranquility of the Serene Siesta…
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leep is a necessary biological process and has long been recognized as an essential determinant of human health and performance. Whilst not all of sleep's functions are fully understood, it is known to restore energy, promote healing, interact with the immune system, and impact brain function and behavior. Even transient changes in sleep patterns, such as acute sleep deprivation, can impair judgement and cognitive performance, whilst long-term aberrations have been linked to disease development. Global trends in sleep suggest a decrease in average sleep duration. Given these trends and the implications of sleep for health and well-being, better characterization of sleep characteristics represents a public health priority. In recent years, there has been a significant expansion in the development and use of multi-modal sensors and technologies to monitor physical activity, sleep, and circadian rhythms. These developments make accurate sleep monitoring at scale a possibility for the first time. Vast amounts of multi-sensor data are being generated with potential applications ranging from large-scale epidemiological research linking sleep patterns to disease to wellness applications, including the sleep coaching of individuals with chronic conditions. However, to realize these technologies' full potential for individuals, medicine and research, several significant challenges must be overcome. There are essential outstanding questions regarding performance evaluation and data storage, curation, processing, integration, modelling, and interpretation.
To overcome these challenges and provide comprehensive care, sleep disorder solution providers leverage expertise across neuroscience, clinical medicine, bioengineering, electrical engineering, epidemiology, computer science, mHealth and human-computer interaction to discuss the digitization of sleep from an interdisciplinary perspective and state-of-the-art sleep-monitoring technologies. These companies also explore the opportunities and challenges from data acquisition to the eventual application of insights in clinical and consumer settings. Embracing the journey of such exemplary companies and organizations, Insights Care's latest edition, '10 Best Sleep Disorder Care Solution providers,' highlights the novel solutions offered by these stalwarts of the healthcare industry in the following pages, along with two trendy articles crafted by our in-house editorial team. Flip through the pages and have a Delightful Read!
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Editor’s Note
Benchmark Sleep Services Addressing Sleep-loss through Technology
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Dynamic Dental Wellness Improving your Wellbeingfrom Smile to Sleep
Patakara® Original Lip Trainer
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A Benchmark of Innovation
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Sleep Better NYC Bridging the Gap Between Sleep and Healthcare
Sleep Diagnostics of America O ering Peaceful Slumber through Technologically Advanced Testing and Equipment
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Sleepace Providing a 'Well Deserved' Sleep
Chin-Up Strips Impeccable Sleep Therapy towards Individual's Betterment
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Michigan Center for TMJ and Sleep Wellness Ameliorating the Essentials of Living
Contents 24 Articles
New Developments Impact of Emerging Technologies in Curing Sleep Disorders
40 Sleep Hygiene Tips 10 Natural Ways to Ensure Healthy Sleep Habits
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Benchmark Sleep Services
Christian Rabatsch, CEO
Benchmark Sleep Services is dedicated to providing outstanding service which achieves good patient outcomes without compromising the highest medical and ethical standards.
Dedicated Sleep
Jill Glenn, CEO
Dedicated Sleep is a specialty medical group that immediately puts you in network with all of the major medical carriers and provides you with established physicians and insurance contracts.
Dynamic Dental Wellness
Dr Sheri Salartash, DDS, MAGD, NMD, IBDM, AIAOMT, FICOI, FAAIP, Board of Dental, Sleep Medicine Diplomate
Dynamic Dental Wellness provides the most advanced treatment options available and sets the standards in general, family and cosmetic dentistry.
Lip Trainer
Mr Oya Seiichiro, Director
Lip Trainer Patakara is the device for strengthening of orbicularis oris muscle and facial muscle through lip-exercise,
LookeeTech
Joe Wang, CEO
LOOKEE® is a team of dedicated professionals who have found incredible benefit and value in technological innovation for health, well-being, and improving quality of life.
Michigan Center for TMJ & Sleep Wellness
Dr Jeffrey S. Haddad, CEO
The Michigan Center for TMJ & Sleep Wellness office is more than just a location, it’s a philosophy. The organization is a commitment to interdisciplinary care for its patients.
Sleep Better NYC
Teresa DeNike, BS CCSH, Founder
Sleep Better NYC provides sleep coaching and care coordination with a holistic approach to your sleep and well-being
Sleep Diagnostics of America
Devin Clennon, President
Sleep Diagnostics of America provides Diagnostic Sleep Testing, CPAP Machines and Supplies. Its goal is to supply the healthcare community with one source to meet all their sleep disorder-related needs.
Sleepace
David Huang, Founder and President
Sleepace is the world’s top tier provider of smart sleep solution and night-time IoT automatic control technology. Its product line includes sleep monitoring series and sleep-aid series
The Chin-Up Strip Company
Dale D. Miller, JD
Rediscover Dreams. The company believes in effective sleep therapy empowers people to rediscover their dreams, sleep comfortably and enjoy more good nights and great days!
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Ameliorating the Essentials of Living
The Michigan Center is the only practice in the state of Michigan to utilize techniques of muscle relaxation and measurement of the facial muscles to determine the optimal jaw position for sleep appliances.
Dr Je rey S. Haddad CEO
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o you feel exhausted and have very low energy throughout your day even when you sleep 6-8 hours at night? Or, on the contrary, have you heard of people complaining of how they have spent a night tossing and turning and hence feel tired, cranky, and out of sorts that day? According to a study, 70 percent of the world population between the age of 20 and 59 report having sleep-related issues regularly. Such sleep difficulties can be associated with stress, hectic schedules, or other outside influence. Hence, people feel that this is considered "normal." However, this daily fatigue, anxiousness, and tiredness could also indicate having a sleep disorder. If such problems are left untreated, they can raise the risk of having a heart attack or stroke and can make a person more prone to many chronic diseases. Depending on the type of disorder, Michigan Center for TMJ and Sleep Wellness facilitates a wide range of treatments for headaches, jaw pain, or ringing in your ears from a TMJ disorder. It provides a one-stop solution for daytime sleepiness, loss of energy and focus, or incessant snoring. With experience in treating patients for over two decades, Dr Jeffrey S. Haddad, has become an expert in the state of Michigan for TMJ and sleep disorders. He has an astonishing journey of training other dentists and doctors using the latest techniques to address TMJ symptoms and/or a sleeping-breathing disorder. A Motivational Beginning The Michigan Center for TMJ and Sleep Wellness was established to help other medical professionals with their patients who were suffering from TMJ and Sleep disorders. Dr Haddad has been identifying and treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) patients in his general practice, Rochester Advanced Dentistry, since 2004. It soon became very apparent to him how underserved this population was.
patients in need. They started seeing patients over at Unasource two Fridays per month. Then within three months, they were treating patients every Friday. Within six months, it went on to treating patients on Mondays and Fridays! Through this process, they truly realized how many patients needed their help and how underserved the sleep-breathing disordered patient population was. It was time to build a center that could properly treat these sleep-breathing disorders, give these people the help they needed, and get them back to living the healthy and fulfilled life they deserved. A Unique and Only Solution in the State of Michigan The practice treats Snoring, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), and other sleep breathing disorders with a completely different approach. The Michigan Center is the only practice in the state of Michigan to utilize techniques of muscle relaxation and measurement of the facial muscles to determine the optimal jaw position for sleep appliances. This not only will treat snoring and sleep apnea, but it also supports the patient's jaw in a muscularly comfortable position resulting in an even healthier night's sleep. This computerized jaw tracking and muscle diagnostic technology is not used anywhere in the state of Michigan and offers people the most advanced treatment for OSA in the country. Dr Haddad lectures nationally on this approach and is one of the foremost experts in teaching other doctors this technique. With these aspects and Dr Haddad's experience, patients receive an elite level of treatment and the most innovative sleep appliance to address their sleep apnea. Maximizing Outreach
In 2014, he was personally asked by members of a large medical group in Troy, Michigan, called Unasource Healthcare to help treat their patients who were looking for answers outside of a CPAP machine, which most patients cannot tolerate.
Dr Haddad was one of the first dentists in the state of Michigan to start treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea patients with dental devices. He pioneered a very advanced approach to treating OSA and snoring many years ago. Because of the thousands of patients he has successfully treated, more awareness of this lifethreatening condition has occurred in Michigan. The office continues to work with medical professionals throughout the state to help people who are suffering from sleep apnea.
Based on the vast population of people that were suffering from sleep breathing disorders, Dr. Haddad saw the necessity to find a solution to identify and treat more
In addition, the Michigan Center facilitates home sleep testing (HST) without the need for in-office or hospital study. It is
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as simple as calling the office and sending in a copy of your driver's license and medical insurance card and gathering some personal information. Dr Haddad states, "We will determine all your medical benefits and your out-of-pocket expenses before any testing. If you then give consent, we will send the ResMed ApneaLink Air Type III home sleep test device directly to your home."
The company has a proven solution to snoring and sleep apnea, which will help its clients, help their overall health, and help the well-being of their marriages.
He further states that all patients are tested for two nights which increases the company's success rate and minimizes potential retesting occurrences. Testing both nights ensures that it gathers enough data for its affiliate board-certified sleep physicians to interpret your sleep patterns. According to Dr Haddad, "We will then have a proper diagnosis so that we can give you the ideal treatment for your condition.” Advanced Offerings for Multiple Sleep-related Problems The latest statistics show that 52% of patients with a sleep breathing disorder also exhibit TMJ symptoms or are prone to them. These symptoms include headaches, migraines, jaw pain, ear pain, tinnitus (ear ringing), vertigo, and neck pain. Therefore, treating these patients with mandibular advancement devices (MAD) with their advanced techniques minimizes the aggravation of these TMJ symptoms and, many times, helps relieve them. The center oversees many patients who have had standard sleep appliances made at other offices who are now suffering from severe TMJ symptoms because of improper fitting and jaw positions. This measured and precise approach gives the practice's patients the most comfortable MAD sleep appliance possible, resulting in optimal sleep and wellness. Strategizing the Future When speaking about the industry's future, Dr Haddad expressed, "I believe and hope that the future of sleep breathing disorders will have clinicians who also understand the importance of TMJ disorders and how to manage them.” According to him, 75% of TMJ disordered patients have a sleep breathing disorder and 52% of sleep breathing disordered patients have TMJ symptoms or are prone to them. These are essentially the same people. Many people are suffering daily from debilitating headaches, migraines, and facial pain and have lost hope of finding relief. Furthermore, most physicians and patients are not aware of the myriad of symptoms that fall under the TMJ disorder category. There is a need to have medical providers properly identify these patients and educate them on both conditions to treat them properly. Dr Haddad believes, "When a patient finds us to treat their sleep apnea, our office also informs them that the symptoms they are living with are a result of a TMJ disorder." He further states most patients are living on pain medications because they were not accurately diagnosed
and were never told how these symptoms were related. A Note to Remember When asked to give a piece of advice to budding entrepreneurs, Dr Haddad said, "Be passionate. Have compassion. And realize that what you are doing for these patients is life changing. This may sound like an exaggerated comment, but I hear this daily! Dr Haddad, you changed my life! Dr Haddad, you SAVED my life! Dr Haddad, you SAVED my marriage!” According to him, the last comment is quite common in his practice, and it is such a powerful statement. When a man and a woman stop sleeping in the same bed or same room, their relationship can adversely change, and intimacy can slowly disappear. Hence, the center has a proven solution to snoring and sleep apnea, which will help its clients, help their overall health, and help the well-being of their marriages. A Word of Appreciation Below are a couple of testimonials of their extremely pleased patients. Anthony Costa writes: My sleep quality is now restored thanks to Michigan Center for TMJ and Sleep Wellness. It was an e ortless process; everyone was extremely professional and helpful. My appliance was comfortable, and my snoring stopped immediately. I feel refreshed and completely awake for the entire day, better yet, my TMJ pain subsided in about 30 days. Very thankful for Dr Haddad and the sta !! J. writes: Cannot say enough about Dr Haddad and the team. I su er from severe sleep apnea, and my snoring was not good for my home life. I tried the CPAP machine and could not do it. I am a stomach sleeper, and it just is not comfortable. The sleep appliance I received was just what I needed. I immediately stopped snoring the first night. Slept through the night without multiple wakeups. I feel energized in the morning, and I can take the appliance with me everywhere. Thanks again to Dr Haddad, Christine, and the whole team! It changed my life!
Dr. Haddad’s comfortable, innova ve sleep appliance
There is a need to have medical providers properly identify these patients, and more importantly educate them on both conditions to treat them properly.
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10 Best Sleep Disorder Care Solution Providers
Benchmark
Sleep Services I n recent years, many people are diagnosed with sleep loss, which has far-reaching implications for human well-being. Studies suggest that 45 per cent of the global population is deprived of sleep. As sleep deprivation is becoming a global problem, the sleep disorder solution providers must offer appropriate solutions to overcome these issues. Indeed, among the many solution providers, Benchmark Sleep Services excels in the niche by offering solutions to deal with all kinds of issues. The organization is dedicated to providing outstanding service which achieves good patient outcomes without compromising the highest medical and ethical standards. In an interview with Insights Care, Christian Rabatsch, CEO, shared some facts about the company's services and the inculcation of technology in achieving results for the betterment of sleep. Christian, brief our audience about your company. Kindly tell us the source of inspiration for starting the Sleep Disorder Care Solution Provider company. Benchmark Sleep Services was born in October 2011, following my career as a sales manager with Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, Somnomed, and Philips Respironics. I felt many suppliers of sleep apnea equipment were not providing the level of services needed to help people through their treatment journey. There were a few large companies that employed people with little experience, and these companies were more about financial rewards. I felt there was a need for a company that took the treatment experience to a new level. We want to be the Benchmark in the industry hence the name of the company being Benchmark Sleep Services.
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Tell us more about the products that make your company stand out from the competition. As a supplier of treatments were do not manufacture products, and hence all the products we supply would be able to be accessed from other companies. Many of the other suppliers tend to support one or two major brands and what Benchmark is about is the total solution. We have every brand available, which includes BMC, ResMed, Fisher and Paykel Healthcare, Philips Respironics, Apnea Seal, Transcend, Lowenstein, Choice one Medical, and Nightshift.
The patients who need treatment can have a choice of machine and mask and this is vital as every face is different, and it is important to try and get the right mask. We also are one of a handful of companies that supply Apnea Seal masks which are 3D printed from scans of your face. We also provide body positional devices which monitor your body position and turn you off your back to prevent supine snoring and apnea. Tell us about how your company's products support individuals in improving their sleep and tell us about the latest products developed by your company to fulfill an individual's sleep and wellness goals. CPAP machines are the gold standard in treating sleep apnea. These machines work like a vacuum cleaner in reverse and will provide positive pressure to the upper airway and allows for this to prevent the patient from stopping breathing during sleep. The consequences are immense. The patient will maintain high oxygenation, avoid pressure on the heart, and therefore the brain will relax during sleep, and people get a better quality of sleep. People wake up feeling more refreshed,
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Christian Rabatsch CEO
We want to be the Benchmark in the industry hence the name of the company being Benchmark Sleep Services.
Pioneering leadership
Christian started as a science graduate from Sydney University in 1990, and he had a sabbatical overseas for three years in Europe. Upon returning to Australia, he was a pioneer in establishing over four sleep units in NSW and was a manager at Bankstown Sleep Unit. He then moved to Fisher and Paykel healthcare as their NSW state manager and spent time at Somnomed and finally was the National key Account Manager at Philips Healthcare.
Experience in the industry was never an issue, and Christian realized he had a network with the doctors who understood his passion to assist people with sleeping issues. Christian developed a loyal following within the sleep community as doctors knew he employed clinical staff with good communication skills. Support is vital to people using their treatment, and Christian knew this and made a clear plan to make sure people used their machines and were motivated to continue.
have greater daytime function and productivity, can have reduced Blood pressure, and there will be no more snoring. In your opinion, how can sleep disorder care solution provider companies use the latest technologies in their products and services to promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals? One of the latest innovations in sleep treatments has been the invention of apps and how they link to sleep apnea machines. This not only allows for the data to live in the cloud but also allows our staff and doctors to see the data remotely. This allows for early intervention if people are having issues with the usage of their machines. Data also motivate patients by giving them insight into how they are progressing, and people tend to continue using because of this. In your opinion, what could be the future of the sleep and wellness solution providers' companies? And how are you strategizing your company's operations for that future? The industry is at a crossroads at the moment because of the internet. Online pricing is going down, and people expect to get the best service and the best price. I suspect that those companies who are well established and big enough to compete with online sellers will continue. Still, I feel there will be a lot of smaller operators who cannot compete, and this will eventually lead to a handful of big suppliers dominating the market.
Any people starting in this industry need to do their homework and establish a good network with trusted health professionals who will support their business. Invest in good staff, and technology and expect it will take time to get things off the ground. Always maintain strong integrity as your reputation is integral to your success. How do you envision scaling your company's services in 2022 and beyond? We would like to grow the business by establishing more locations in Australia. It takes time for new locations to become established, and we need to work on cementing the relationships in areas where we have operations whilst looking at areas where a need is not being met. Give us a few testimonials from your clients or customers and awards or recognition that accurately highlight your company's position in the market. We received the award from Fisher and Paykel in 2014 for number one supplier of CPAP in NSW. I have a number of Physicians who would supply excellent referrals, such as Professor Peter Cistulli, Dr Jonathon Williamson, Dr Anna Muhammadeh, and Dr David Jankelson, who are KOLs in the area of sleep disorders. I have individual customers who would be happy to supply testimonials if needed but would have to check with them first.
Our strategy has always been to reduce the pricing to a level that is economical but not as cheap as online. People do value good service, and we have faith that people realize that service comes at a price. We have had to introduce consultation fees to compensate for the loss of income from the sales price. As an established leader, what would be your advice to the budding entrepreneurs and enthusiasts aspiring to venture into the industry as sleep and wellness solution providers?
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Dr Sheri Salartash
NightLase® is a groundbreaking laser treatment to reduce snoring and sleep apnea by re-rming sagging mouth tissue and stimulating natural collagen production.
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Dynamic
Dental Wellness Improving your Wellbeing- from Smile to Sleep
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leep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which a person's breathing is interrupted while asleep. People with undiagnosed sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly while sleeping, sometimes hundreds of times. This is a dangerous condition because the body and brain do not get adequate oxygen supply. Some of the signs of sleep apnea include: waking up with a headache, high blood pressure, snoring, awaking gasping for air, severely worn teeth, acid reflux, clenching and grinding teeth. Untreated obstructive sleep apnea is associated with hypertension, heart disease, stroke, daytime sleepiness, cognitive dysfunction, mood disorders and sudden death. The healthcare niche has come up with various treatments, one of which is the gentle palatal expansion and Nightlase treatment. Dynamic Dental Wellness has come up with this ground-breaking treatment which is safe and patient friendly. Additionally, the organization provides TMJ therapy, Airway Improvement, sleep apnea appliances, and many more. In an interview with Insights Care, Dr Sheri Salartash, DDS, MAGD, NMD, IBDM, AIAOMT, FICOI, FAAIP, Board of Dental Sleep Medicine Diplomate, talks about the organization and how its product is having a positive impact on the healthcare niche. Below are the highlights: Dr Sheri, brief us about your company. Kindly tell us the source of inspiration for starting the Sleep Disorder Care Solution Provider company.
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The team at Dynamic Dental Wellness and I believe in a whole-body approach to health because oral health is intertwined with total body health. I got inspired to work with sleep patient because my dad suffered from sleep apnea, was on a cpap and passed away. I remember my dad loud snoring from when I was a little girl. It sounded like a lion was in the house. None of my dad's physicians or dentists ever asked him about his sleep habits, snoring or ever ordered a sleep test till the condition was very advanced and damage was already done to different organs due to low oxygen levels over many decades. I received my Diplomate status with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine for dedication to treatment and advanced education in the management of patients with sleep apnea. This is known as the highest credential a dentist can earn in dental sleep medicine. I am a full spectrum dentist who fuses together all aspects of modern dentistry and traditional health practices to optimize my patient's oral health. I incorporate features of the holistic and naturopathic community and utilize the most advanced technology in my practice so that I provide the absolute best treatment options available anywhere. My focus is 'integrative medicine' to understand and fix parts of the mouth and jaw that are malfunctioning, misaligned, or diseased due to factors elsewhere in the body. My results are what some call 'functional biological dentistry' or enhanced performance techniques that improve the whole body as a system.
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Tell us more about the products that make your company stand out from the competition. We provide consultation, sleep testing, oral appliance therapy for jaw repositioning or jaw expansion, myofunctional therapy, tongue and lip tie release, and lasertissue tightening to open the air passages. We provide evidence-based treatment for sleep apnea, upper airway resistance, and snoring utilizing the highest technology available all in one location. Tell us about how your company's products support individuals in improving their sleep, and tell us about the latest products developed by your company to fulfill an individual's sleep and wellness goals. During our initial consultation and detailed examination, we find their obstacles to a healthy mouth, jaw joint and airway. We work with the patient and other healthcare providers as a team to improve the sleep condition. NightLase® is a groundbreaking laser treatment to reduce snoring and sleep apnea by re-firming sagging mouth tissue and stimulating natural collagen production.
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Non-Invasive No Pain, Scalpels, or Sutures Increases Sleep Quality Lessens effects of Snoring High Success Rate Safe and Patient Friendly Lessens effects of Sleep Apnea Laser Light Therapy Tightens Tissue and Open Airways Please tell us about your journey and your contributions in scaling Dynamic Dental Wellness' success to greater heights in the industry. I study dental contributions to medical symptoms and overall natural wellness. I continuously attend advanced post-graduate courses. I was awarded Mastership with the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). The Mastership Award is the highest honor available in the AGD and one of the most respected designations in the profession. This accomplishment meets the highest criteria for professional excellence, which is only designated for the country's top two per cent of dentists. I love what I do and always want to excel and learn more to help more patients, especially since I saw how my dad suffered from many years of untreated sleep apnea. In any field, if you provide sincere service to help people, you will excel no matter what. In your opinion, how can sleep disorder care solution provider companies use the latest technologies in their products and services to promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals?
physicians, neurologists, myofunctional therapists, and physical therapists to improve sleep apnea conditions for their patients. In your opinion, what could be the future of the sleep and wellness solution providers' companies? And how are you strategizing your company's operations for that future? I believe more people are going to become aware of the sleep issue and seek help. I screen all my patients regardless of age for airway and sleep health. By educating more parents, I hope that we will see an improvement in the number of patients suffering from sleep apnea by incorporating early interventions such as arch expansion orthodontics and myofunctional therapy. As an established leader, what would be your advice to the budding entrepreneurs and enthusiasts aspiring to venture into the competitive industry that you are serving? All health care and service to others should come from the heart, and if they have that everything else will follow. How do you envision scaling your company's services in 2022 and beyond? I am focusing on educating as many patients as possible on sleep health by screening them early.
All health care and service to others should come from the heart, and if they have that everything else will follow. In your opinion, what are the major factors that are affecting individuals' sleep cycles in today's time, and how sleep and wellness solution providers can assist in reducing those factors is important. Stress, hormonal imbalances, diet, level of activity of individuals, blood sugar balance, sleep hygiene, genetic factors, neurological issues, traumas, medical conditions, pharmaceuticals, and structural imbalances affect an individual's sleep cycle in today's time. Sleep providers need to be fully educated about all aspects of sleep and work as a team of sleep dentists, sleep
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LEEP! Don't you wish you got more of it? Well, it is so elusive that catching up to nine hours of adequate sleep-in today's rush life has become a task for many. Not getting the right amount of sleep makes an individual feel tired all the time, which can be a bummer, furthering its impact on one's mental and physical health. Clearly, lack of sleep has resulted in sleep disorders that are nothing new under the moon. The causes of these are quite simple and popular not just among the youth but across all age groups. The changes in lifestyle like consumption of substances like caffeine, alcohol, and many others, increased screen time, be it television or laptops, unhealthy eating patterns, and lack of physical activities have resulted in sleep deprivation.
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In this article, we are going to highlight the significance and development of technology that has helped to introduce state-of-the-art innovations in order to cure sleep disorders. Below are some of the key technologies that have helped individuals get a peaceful and blissful slumber. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) The continuous positive airway pressure technology was discovered back in the 80s. This revolutionary technology made it easy for physicians and patients to treat sleep apnea which at once was resolved through surgical measures.
The technology uses therapeutic treatment, which has been evolving ever since its invention, becoming more convenient and easier to use. The latest AutoCPAP has features that self-adjust itself based on an in-built algorithm, responding to breathing disturbances in realtime. It is such a well-built cloud system that helps in data collection as well as therapy adjustments.
source of data. Apart from beds, there are many other wearables like pads and integrated mattresses, which also capture the same information. The beds have features like raising the head section in order to alleviate snoring. Sleep beds also have temperature regulations which can possibly alleviate insomnia symptoms. External Bedside Monitoring
Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulator The last decade has seen massive advancements with respect to newer technological development. Likewise, the hypoglossal nerve stimulator has become one of the effective surgical treatments for curing severe sleep apnea. This pacesetter for the tongue activates the airway muscles during deep sleep, thus relieving the condition of individuals who cannot tolerate CPAP. Sleep Apps With newer developments, scientists and researchers are revolutionizing beds, bedrooms, and also the person who sleeps. One such example of this revolution is the sleeping apps. It is humanly impossible to count the number of sleeping apps that exist in today's world. The apps have various features that help them track sleep and wakefulness through motion sensors. These motion sensors collect information that can be further used to synchronize a morning alarm. Apart from this, there exist various apps which propagate relaxation techniques by playing soothing sounds. Certain apps have features that help give individuals advice and also coordinate with wearable technology and other devices. Wearables and Fitness Trackers Wearables and fitness trackers come in the form of wristbands and smartwatches. They are well incorporated with movement data, heart rate, and even blood oxygen measurements in order to estimate the status of one's sleep. These trackers and wearables also help guide the individual by offering changes in order to improve sleep.
External Bedside monitoring infrastructure is supposed to be placed on a nightstand. This technology has helped physicians and individuals collect information on the kind of sleep environment a person sleeps in, bringing together data on sleep and potentially extending information. Indoor Air Quality Monitor As the beds have got smart, the homes have got smarter. The best example of this is the indoor Air Quality Monitoring device which helps to measure air quality, humidity, temperature as well as noise. Audio Sleep Devices If an individual is facing severe insomnia, then the audio sleep technology helps them get to sleep by providing an environment that is completely sonic shut. These sleep earplugs block the sounds and solve the problem of insomnia. These plugs have soft tips are the end which does not cause trouble while sleeping. They help entirely to block noise and get you a good night's sleep with sweeter dreams. Wrapping Up As all of us love to jump into our beds after hectic days, the struggle to drift off earlier can be less daunting after the use of various technologically advanced devices. These sleep devices have lent a helping hand to people who are sleepdeprived and have provided them with blissful slumber. These devices have encouraged sleep patterns in various ways with the n-number of features they have, resulting in nothing but a peaceful, blissful, and indeed a good night's sleep!
Sleep Bed and Mattresses The Internet of Things (IoT) has expanded itself by bringing under its umbrella sleep beds that have become a
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Patakara® Original Lip Trainer A Benchmark of Innovation
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our muscles are an essential part of your body that serve several purposes. Muscles turn energy into motions within your body, allowing you to stay active in your day-to-day life! Without your muscles, you would not be able to walk, run, or do any of your movements without a second thought. You would also be unable to breathe, talk or even have the blood flow through your body. Every muscle plays a pivotal role in the human body, and healthy muscles ensure relaxation and even a good night's sleep. Have you ever thought of the importance of your lip muscles? Orbicularis oris muscle, also known as musculus orbicularis oris, is a complex, multi-layered muscle that attaches through a thin, superficial musculoaponeurotic system to the dermis of the upper lip and lower lip and serves as an attachment site for many other facial muscles around the oral region. If this muscle is not substantially fit, you can face severe difficulties in sleeping, leading to stress-related problems. However, every quandary has its solution!
Enabling a proactive therapy with an innovative idea, Dr Yoshiaki Akihiro(ex-lecturer at Tokyo Dental College) invented the device 'Patakara® Lip Trainer' Originated in the year 2000 in Japan, the device was further patented as a Myofunctional Therapy Device in the world. One such clinic that is utilizing the device for its patients who suffer from sleep disorders is OCC (Oya Culture Centre) Pvt Ltd (Since 2003, Japanese firm in S'pore). Under the coherent leadership of Mr Oya Seiichiro, Director, the clinic is assisting its patients with the active use of the medical device not only to cure sleep disorders
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but can rehabilitate synapses in the brain and improve IQ and behaviour for the patients. In an interview with Insights Care, Mr Seiichiro sheds light on the benefits of this magnificent medical device, highlighting his experience and opinions on its use and significant muscle improvement. Mr Seiichiro, please tell us about Patakara® Original Lip Trainer from Japan in detail. Over 5,000 clinics and hospitals inside and outside Japan are used for radical medical treatment cures. The result in training with the simple device is much bigger than what you expect! Patakara® Lip Trainer is a worldwide used device for natural health and the beauty lost due to the lack of facial muscles that can be improved. Also, training four times a
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day for three minutes can creates new synapses in the brain and enhance IQ and behaviour. What inspired you to cure Sleep Disorders and enable a sustainable future for your patients? I was facing some breathing difficulties. I used to breathe through my mouth. I had a stuffy nose, altogether with a mouth ulcer, bad breath, bleeding gums from a young age; I was snoring from my early 30s and going to the toilet every night after going to bed. One day, I found out about a simple instrument called a lip trainer (Patakara) invented by a dentist. When I started using it, eventually, I stopped snoring—it was quite a surprising result that amazed me. All of the chronic illnesses mentioned above have subsided in nasal breathing. It is so strange that it is completely cured, so I asked the developer (Dr Yoshiaki Akihiro) why the chronic illness has gone and the reason for each illness. I was further surprised to comprehend that the cause was weak muscles around the lips (orbicularis oris muscle), which is the main reason behind breathing through the mouth. And from that moment, my life changed drastically, in a positive way.
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Since then, over the 20 years, we have provided more than one million services worldwide, and there are no complaints about the effectiveness or function of the equipment. We will continue to serve more people with the motto of "getting emotional and convinced and regaining health, energy, and smiles.” Tell us more about the Patakara® Lip Trainer and what makes it stand out in the industry? The concept of training the orbicularis oris and turning mouth breathing into nasal breathing to secure the airway does not yet exist except for the lip trainer device (patakara). Only Japan and Singapore are registered as medical devices, and other companies do not have skills that can be proved in clinical trials and understood and convinced by medical institutions. Patakara® Lip Trainer is the device for strengthening orbicularis oris muscle and facial muscle through lip exercise. You can feel really difference in two weeks and your mouth will stay put in a relaxed manner, even when you are asleep. And then, your chronic symptoms will be gone.
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"Patakara® Lip Trainer" strengthens Mimic muscles and Orbicularis Oris muscles to change Mouth-breathing into Nose-breathing through lip-exercise Being patented in China, France, Germany, Japan, the U.K, and the USA, it is also by over 5,000 clinics and hospitals for radical treatment. In your opinion, how can Patakara® Lip Trainer promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals? Training to close the device with the lips tightly secures the airway by strengthening the muscles around the lips and jaws, naturally nasal breathing and posture lying on the back during sleep, supplying almost 100% oxygen to the brain and body. As a result, deep sleep causes the brain to rest for the first time, balancing the autonomic nerves and boosting immunity. I think many people take it as a theory on the desk, but that is why medical device registration is duly approved (Japan and Singapore only). A wide variety of doctors use Lip Trainer (Patakara) for patients. As an established leader, what would be your advice to the budding entrepreneurs and enthusiasts aspiring to venture into the competitive industry you are serving? It is essential to "get inspiring and convinced" through the service. Furthermore, I think it would be best if we could devote ourselves to making medical professionals, common users and end-users satisfied and truly happy. Please give us a few testimonials from your clients or customers and awards or recognition that accurately highlight your company's position in the market. These words of wisdom are from the individuals who personally used this device. These testimonials highlight "How this device can actively solve sleep disorder problems!” Yee Ling: A simple device is recently classified as medical equipment by our medical council. Mr Oya presented pervasive research and clinical use in hospitals locally and overseas. Very impressed and highly recommended anyone without troubling health issues to sit in and have a thought about it.
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I have used it for nearly three weeks since I bought it around half a year ago, and my sleep apnea has vanished since then. I also observed significant adjustments to the mouth and nose region that aid in breathing. Sean: I bought your lip trainer a few years ago and had great success with it. I had lip incontinence for many years, and your product quickly cured it. Edward: I am using the patakara now and am very interested in the results. I am trying to get my lips to be horizontal as I have slightly slanting lips. I think it will work. As in anything to do with muscles, we must persevere and give it time.
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We try to meet people where they are, without judgment, and help them improve their sleep situation for the reasons THEY feel are the most important.
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Better NYC Bridging the Gap Between Sleep and Healthcare
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ou are snoring. Your partner pushes you to your side with an elbow. One of you gets up and sleeps in another room. No matter what, you both are tired and exhausted the next morning. Sounds familiar? Well, you are not alone. It's estimated that 2 billion people worldwide suffer from snoring. Some studies show couples struggling with snoring have a higher divorce rate. Those couples who stay together often "sleep divorce," meaning they permanently sleep in separate bedrooms. However, people often fail to understand that snoring is caused by underlying obstructive sleep apnea, which is a treatable sleep disorder. Providing cures to such a wide range of sleep conditions and disorders, Sleep Better NYC offers sleep coaching, education, and care coordination to help its client get a peaceful sleep. In an interview with Insights Care, its Founder, Teresa DeNike, BS CCSH, talks about how the company provides wellness solutions to help its client attain healthy sleeping habits. Please brief our audience about your company. Kindly tell us the source of inspiration for starting the Sleep Disorder Care Solution Provider company. Sleep Better NYC is a company for sleep coaching, education, and care coordination. Our services are 100% virtual, so although we are based in Brooklyn, NY, we have worked with people from across the country- and even have some connections in other parts of the world! We believe that consumers deserve accurate, specific information and tools to improve their sleep. Patients also need education and support to get through the process of testing, treatment, follow-up, and lifestyle change. We are determined to bridge this obvious gap in sleep education and healthcare. Tell us more about the products that make your company stand out from the competition. First and foremost- our coaches have clinical experience and credentials- we are trained by sleep professionals. We understand the science behind the recommendations we give, and we have the ability to refer clients to the
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appropriate professional when they need testing, medical treatment, and/or psychiatric support. My right-hand person is sleep coach Drew Copeland, who is a registered polysomnographic technologist, and a subject matter expert for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. We also have an incredible advisory panel, which we refer to for guidance. Tell us about how your company's products support individuals in improving their sleep and tell us about the latest products developed by your company to fulfill an individual's sleep and wellness goals. We believe in realistic recommendations and small changes for sustainable results. We try to meet people where they are, without judgment, and help them improve their sleep situation for the reasons THEY feel are the most important. With our new self-paced programs, we've made it easier to access accurate information, recommendations, and tools for better sleep. We offer virtual coaching sessions, but we found that people were having trouble committing to the time each week with family and work obligations. They would often message us between sessions about products, articles, and blogs they saw online. The information they saw was frustratingly generic and rarely fit their specific needs. We designed these self-paced programs to put everything in one place for them for easy learning and future reference. We include information on how to make improvements and how to seek additional help when needed. Then we are available via live chat or virtual session for more support. Teresa, tell us about your journey in the industry and how you have made the company excel in its niche. For the last 14 years, I've worked in medical and dental sales and consulting, but I never found my passion until I got involved in the world of sleep medicine about five years ago. I worked for the world leader in oral appliance therapy- a manufacturer of effective and comfortable devices that so few people knew existed. I saw the lifechanging impact these devices had on patients of physicians and dentists, and I wanted to do more to increase awareness. In 2020 I started an Instagram page, started taking online courses, and worked with clinicians and a sleep lab to prepare for the exam to earn my clinical credential- the
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Certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH). Since then, the response to this goal of awareness, education, and personalized support has been overwhelmingly positive. I made the transition to full-time business owner and sleep coach in October of 2021, and we've been growing and expanding outreach ever since. In your opinion, how can sleep disorder care solution provider companies use the latest technologies in their products and services to promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals? Being open to evolving technology and virtual communication is critical. We get questions regularly about consumer wearable devices, which are not the same as medical-grade testing and monitoring devices. Rather than ignore or dismiss these "wearables," we see them as learning tools. By explaining exactly what they do and don't do, we can set expectations and diminish some of the anxiety that some people feel when tracking their sleep. We can watch for trends and improvements over time and spot red flags that require (testing or) treatment. Our clients can sync their wearable devices to our free, secure portal, whether they are coaching clients or just using our selfpaced resources. Although some treatment and testing in person are necessary, we're realistic about what people want, what they have time for, and what they are going to follow through with. We certainly cannot give our best advice and coach through live chat, but if it's the only thing someone is willing to do, we are there for them in that way. For example, if someone just wants to know where they can find a local sleep dentist, we can provide that information via chat. In your opinion, what could be the future of the sleep and wellness solution providers' companies? And how are you strategizing your company's operations for that future? As wearable tracking technology improves in the consumer and medical space, we see this as being important for all providers. This kind of data empowers people to take their health into their own hands; it can encourage them when they see improvements and help find apparent reasons for times when sleep and wellness are not optimized.
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As with anything wellness-related, collaboration is key. Companies with different offerings need to work together, just like clinicians with different specialties work together. That being said, the "wellness" space cannot completely cut out the clinical community, as you cannot supplement your way out of a food allergy, use breathwork to eradicate mental illness or use mouth tape to "cure" sleep apnea. We are committed to staying within our scope of work with so many people needing help, the fear of "competition" should be replaced with excitement for the potential of collaboration. As an established leader, what would be your advice to the budding entrepreneurs and enthusiasts aspiring to venture into the competitive industry you are serving? When I started my Instagram page just a little over a year ago, I could barely find any adult sleep coaches. Now, they are popping up every day (most are fitness professionals), and there are multiple apps that claim to coach as well. It is competitive but here's the silver lining- there is such an abundance of potential clients and people who need sleep support. A recent report showed over 237 million annual google searches about sleep. Almost every person has bouts of sleeplessness due to stress, and over a-third experience insomnia. It's known that about two billion people worldwide experience snoring. All this to say, there are so many people who need help and want help. My advice would be to get educated, stay focused, find your niche & commit to moving towards your goals. How do you envision scaling your company's services in 2022 and beyond? I know we will be able to scale to help significantly more people but working with partners who believe in our same values and integrate with our virtual model. Since releasing our self-paced programs, we plan to focus a bit more on the clinical world. In this way, we will be helping patients of physicians and dentists who have been diagnosed with a sleep disorder and need more support. We help guide patients through a process that can be complicated and frustrating. This allows our business, helps save the time of over-burdened clinicians, and helps patients get the information they need for positive outcomes.
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study conducted by National Sleep Foundation (NSF) reveals that there are 70 different sleep disorders, and more than 60 per cent of adults report sleep problems; most of these problems remain undiagnosed and untreated. In addition to this, more than 40 per cent of these adults complain about daytime sleepiness which is severe enough to hamper their daily routines and activities for at least a few days, everyone. Such occasional interruption of sleep can affect a person's performance in their professional spaces while also disrupting their ability to function effectively. Sleep Diagnostics of America is catering to this wide range of sleep-related problems and helping treat and prevent sleep deprivation. The sleep center is equipped with the latest technology offering a full range of diagnostic services, including inclinic sleep studies, home sleep studies, maintenance of wakefulness tests, multiple sleep latency tests, and many more. With its primary focus on patient comfort and care, Devin Clennon, President of Sleep Diagnostic of America, strives to provide a cuttingedge, convenient, and comfortable sleeping treatment.
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Offering Peaceful Slumber through Technologically Advanced Testing and Equipment
Our success has been because we're trusted by physicians who refer, we're honest, and we truly care about each one of our pts and our staff.
While seeking to find the 10 Best Sleep Disorder Care Solution Providers, we at Insights Care interviewed Devin. He shared valuable facts about the various products and services that Sleep Diagnostics of America offer—highlighting its positive impact on the healthcare niche. Below are the excerpts from the interview: Dervin, please brief our audience about Sleep Diagnostics of America. Kindly tell us the source of inspiration for starting the Sleep Disorder Care Solution Provider company.
Sleep Diagnostics of America (SDOA) is a sleep center based in Houston, Texas. Our sleep clinic offers a wide variety of sleep medicine services, including testing and treatments for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). I started the company after seeing a pt getting Lymphedema treatment sleeping and choking, after which I researched and became RPSGT. Tell us more about the products that make SDOA stand out from the competition. Queen size Sleep number beds, experts in knowing what the DOT requires for commercial drivers and pilots. Advanced technology, beautiful rooms with internet, tv, shower, and sleep specialist is double boarded (Dr William Burkes). We can have the results in one day for severe or urgent pts. Accredited, background checks on all staff, credentialed sleep techs. Infection control protocols, Friendly staff. We genuinely care. We don't send pts to collections. Tell us about how SDOA's products support individuals in improving their sleep. Tell us about the latest products developed by your company to fulfill an individual's sleep and wellness goals.
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We provide the latest CPAP therapy for the treatment of sleep apnea. We also work closely with qualified dental specialists for alternative therapy. In addition, we have partnered with Inspire Medical for the breakthrough technology minimally invasive for treating sleep apnea. We also provide Home Sleep Testing - (not for pts who have heart failure, COPD, neurologic problems, etc.). Insurances actually want Home testing to be the first option when testing for sleep apnea. What are the core aspects that highlight SDOA's position as one of the best sleep disorder care solution providers in the healthcare and wellness industry? Sleep Diagnostics of America strives to deliver cutting-edge, convenient, and comfortable sleep testing and treatment. When you stay at our sleep center, our goal is to make you as comfortable as possible. When you visit our sleep clinic, we work directly with your physician to get to the root of any concerns you may have. We also have a full-time medical director on staff specializing in sleep medicine. All testing is overseen by a registered polysomnographer (sleep technologist), and a boardcertified sleep specialist completes all results. We take extra care to ensure your stay with us is comfortable. We strive to be the best service provider in our industry by training knowledgeable, friendly staff. We pride ourselves on our customer service. And we work closely with our patients for their CPAP treatment success. We work with many DOT (Dept of Transportation) clinics, and we know what they require for you to get back to work. We've been in this industry since
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Devin Clennon President
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2001. We are set apart because we do care. We do everything we can to prevent financial hardship. The last thing we want is this getting in the way of our patient's healthcare needs. Our success has been because we're trusted by physicians who refer, we're honest, and we truly care about each one of our pts and our staff. In your opinion, how can sleep disorder care solution provider companies use the latest technologies in their products and services to promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals?
“Sleep Hygiene Techniques” form. This explains things like “go to bed at the same time each night, but most importantly, wake up at the same time regardless. As an established leader, what would be your advice to the budding entrepreneurs and enthusiasts aspiring to venture into the healthcare and wellness industry? Don't let your fear of failure hold you back. It is intimidating for any business venture, but as long as you are willing
to work hard, learn the industry, be trustworthy, honest to your customers, and always pray. How do you envision scaling SDOA's services in 2022 and beyond? We must be open to change. We always attend Med Trade conferences for this reason - to be aware of changes, technology, or equipment. We hope to educate more people. Most think the testing is just to see if they're sleeping “ok,” but it's much deeper - we monitor heart, breathing, oxygen level, etc.
First, educating patients is vital. And emailing information (of course with their consent) has been a great way - to send them literature about their condition(s) but also give them a
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he professional life is not as important as the personal life" has been a debatable discussion for quite some time. But the elephant in the room stays undebated, causing major chaos in understanding a professional-social-personal and economic balance of life.
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the human body has an integrated process that are altered on the level of sleep cycle regulation. Following the trail, medical sciences have evolved with multiple diagnoses, treatments, and naturopathic roadmap that can ensure managing or altering sleep habits.
With the advancement of the human lifestyle, there are many questions that are left unanswered, and many discussion forums concluded.
Below are ten Natural Ways to Ensure Healthy Sleep
Instigated by the above-mentioned thread, one might question the inner self, what is really significant for my personal self rather than revamping the professional leaderboard. The best approach to seek answers that may also assist you with your work-life balance is a name from 1729 - Jean-Jacques d'Ortous de Mairan. Facilitating the research study on biological timekeeping, Jean made a footprint in neurological studies revealed that
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Developing a Sleep Routine
It might feel relaxing and, at the same time, tempting, but sleeping until noon on weekends will only disrupt your physiological clock, furthering more sleeping problems. The best way to ensure good sleep is by following a fixed sleeping schedule. To implement this, an individual needs to go hop onto his bed at the very same time, be it on weekends or holidays in order to avoid the tossing and turning required to fall asleep.
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Changing your Diet
Diet plays a vital role in your sleep pattern. Consuming unhealthy and junk food may further the chances of sleep deprivation. In order to sleep peacefully at night, cut down on drinks that contain caffeine, such as coffee, tea, and soft drink post-mid-afternoon. Making dinner, your lightest meal will breakfast a heavy meal will keep you energetic the entire day, resulting in a peaceful slumber. Apart from mealtime, skipping spicy food will ensure to keep individuals away from heartburn or indigestion. Ÿ
Quit Smoking
A research study by John Hopkins University found that smokers are four times more likely to not feel at rest as compared to non-smokers. Scientists have associated this attribute with the stimulative effect of nicotine and the nighttime withdrawal connected with it. Smoking also intensifies sleep apnea and other breathing disorders like asthma which can make it difficult to get a blissful slumber. Ÿ
Utilizing Your Bed Only for Sleeping
Nowadays, individuals utilize their beds for doing multiple tasks like working, eating, watching TV, and many more. These associated habits make a person toss and turn a lot before getting a peaceful slumber. If individuals wake up at night, they should resort to activities like reading or meditating rather than turning themselves to TV and laptops. Ÿ
moderate temperature room is more beneficial to sleeping than a tropical one. Scientists recommend that there should be a striking balance between the thermostat, the bed covers, and your sleeping attire. This will help reduce your core body temperature and help you drift off to sleep more deeply. Ÿ
Former couch potatoes have reported fewer depressive symptoms because of the extensive body rest, more vitality, and less sleepiness during the daytime. They just wrap up their workout sessions several hours before bedtime so that they are not too throttled up to get a good night's sleep. Ÿ
Avoiding Light Gadgets
A study found that nearly all participants of the survey used some type of electronic gadget, like a television, computer, video game, or cell phone, within the last few hours before going to their beds. That's a bad idea. Putting a rest to the gadgets an hour before bedtime guarantees more quick and sound sleep. Ÿ
Hogging the bed
Many adults still today sleep with their children and have trouble having a good night's sleep. Dogs and cats can be the biggest bed hog who can disrupt an individual's sleep. In order to have a natural peaceful sleep, one should have their personal space keeping their dogs and kids out of the beds.
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Human brain functions in a very systematic way; when lights are reflected, the brain signals the body to wake up. Hence, in order to get proper sleep during the entire night, making your rooms as dark as possible will also help the brain to be at rest. Even a modest amount of ambient light from desktops, cell phones, or TV can disrupt the production of melatonin, a hormone that helps humans regulate their sleep cycles. Ÿ
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Limiting Daytime Naps
It is time and again proven that long daytime naps can disturb night-time sleep. Reduce naps to no more than one hour and prevent napping late in the day. However, if an individual is working at night, one might require to nap late in the day before work to better make up their sleep debt.
- Shrutika Khedekar
Forty degrees may be great for individuals on the beach, but it's definitely not adequate for the bedrooms at nighttime. A
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Sleepace Providing a 'Well Deserved' Sleep hat is that one essential thing apart from food, water, and clothing that humans require for their daily survival? It's a sound and peaceful sleep. While everyone loves a peaceful slumber, not every person is guaranteed a comfortable snooze.
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enterprise solution has been widely applied in industries such as elderly care, smart bedding, smart home/hotels, baby monitor, etc. Closely cooperating with 300+ international companies, Sleepace's products and solutions earn us global recognition.
According to Philips Global Sleep Survey, 2019, 60% of adults have several sleeping disorders.
The concern for my grandmother's health and safety at night is the source of inspiration that I started my journey with Sleepace. We know that there are many potential risks at night for the elder, especially when they are living alone. My 90-year-old grandmother is one of the elders who is living alone, and I used to be worried about whether my grandmother slept well at night and whether she had any emergency during the night. Focusing on "Sleep monitoring," Sleepace aims to help people learn more about sleep and health, helping us to act when there is a potential emergency occurrence.
Addressing the sleeping issues with a technological blend, Sleepace provides solutions that can monitor real-time sleeping data such as heart rate, respiratory rate and body movement in order to help its clients achieve their ideal sleep. The Founder and President of Sleepace, David Huang, has helped users achieve their best sleep by bringing together a professional team of information technology and healthcare expert. By focusing more on the solutions, he is helping companies to upgrade their products and provide a more comprehensive solution. In an interview with Insights Care, David talks about how Sleepace is positively impacting people and helping them achieve the best sleep through their products. Below are the highlights of the interview with David. Please brief our audience about your company. Kindly tell us the source of inspiration for starting the Sleep Disorder Care Solution Provider company. Sleepace is the world's top-tier provider of smart sleep solutions and night-time IoT automatic control technology. The product line includes a sleep monitoring series and sleep-aid series. With our advanced non-wearable sleep monitoring technology and a patented algorithm, our smart
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Tell us more about the products that make your company stand out from the competition. Focusing on sleep monitoring technology for more than 11 years, Sleepace's sleep monitoring products work accurately and stably. 95% data accuracy benchmarks to PSG medical standard and surpasses any wristband. Our products have already gained Production and Sales Report of Medical Devices in Japan. The innovative contact-free design help to avoid the discomfort of using wearable monitoring products and the psychological feeling of being monitored. The daily and monthly sleep report helps to discover the early disease and help doctors with clinical diagnosis. Remote monitoring is supported, both the caregiver and family members can view the health data easily. Elderly care can be improved effectively.
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Smart monitor, intelligent anti-snoring response, regular and timely reminders, comprehensive sleep report can help to achieve a better sleep in individuals.
David Huang Founder, and President
Tell us about how your company's products support individuals in improving their sleep, tell us about the latest products developed by your company to fulfill an individual's sleep and wellness goals.
When an abnormal situation occurs, it will send an alert message; a quick response can be assured. Overall, it can improve nursing efficiency, guarantee the health and safety of the elderly.
Snoring is annoying, and it can be dangerous to health. Our latest product, a smart anti-snoring motion bed solution is designed to help people sleep better in an intelligent way. It can detect one's snore by our sensor and collector smartly and react quickly. Once the snore is detected, it will raise the bed smoothly and slightly automatically. So that it can stop individual episodes of habitual snoring without reducing the subjective sleep quality. Our all-in-one control box is compatible and functional; it can help companies upgrade their beds quickly and easily.
In your opinion, how can sleep disorder care solution provider companies use the latest technologies in their products and services to promote healthy sleeping habits in individuals?
The Sleepace Senior Care monitor is designed to learn more about the continuous multi-vital signs, the quality of sleep, and the health of individuals. Individuals can learn more about their health from the sleep report, get to know about their sleep problems, get suggestions for sleep improvement and learn more about how to develop better sleeping habits. It can also help to discover the early disease and help doctors with a clinical diagnosis. What's more, caregivers and family members can view the real-time health status remotely via the admin site or App.
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Comprehensive sleep reports, regular and timely reminders can help promote healthy habits in individuals. For example, Sleepace's monitor products will send daily and monthly sleep quality reports, in which more detailed information and trends are disclosed. These reports will be able to warn about potential health issues. Individuals can get suggestions from the sleep report and improve their sleep. For caregivers, they can get notifications when abnormal situations occur and act quickly. Finally, the smart anti-snoring function can help individuals realize their sleep problems profoundly and help them stop snoring and have a better sleep experience. In your opinion, what could be the future of the sleep and wellness solution providers' companies? And how
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are you strategizing your company's operations for that future? The sleep market is full of imagination. More and more people are becoming increasingly familiar with how the quality of their sleep impacts important aspects of their lives, such as their health, productivity, and happiness. They are willing to pay more to have a better sleep. It is a bright future for sleep and wellness solution providers companies.
and we will also provide a more comprehensive solution for elderly care. It will be a breakthrough for our company in 2022 and beyond. Please give us a few testimonials from your clients or customers and awards or recognition that accurately highlight your company's position in the market. Ÿ Ÿ
Many internal and external factors can influence the quantity and quality of the sleep we obtain. We need to provide different solutions to different sleep problems. A single product cannot solve the problem compared to the scenario solutions. We will continuously focus on the "system + products + service" strategy to provide a more comprehensive, healthy, and comfortable sleep experience for the user.
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Recognized as a National Hi-Tech Company Selected by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Civil Affairs, National Health Commission as Model Enterprise for Smart Elderly Care Selected by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Civil Affairs, National Health Commission as "Promotional Directory of Smart Elderly Care Products and Services" （China, 2020） Gained Production and Sales Report of Medical Devices in Japan Gained Certificate of ISO9001:2015 100+ Patents and Certificates China Senior Care of Creation and Innovation and Entrepreneurship Certification of VB100 Future Medical TOP 100 Red Dot Award IF Design Award (the Year 2015/2018/2019) CES Innovation Awards International CES Last Gadget Standing Design and Engineering Awards
We will focus more on the smart anti-snoring motion bed solutions to help bedding companies upgrade their products,
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Chin-Up Strips Impeccable Sleep Therapy towards Individual's Betterment etting good sleep is one of the cornerstones of healthy living. It is just as important as eating well and exercising for the betterment of an individual's health. Maintaining solid sleep habits positively impacts the immune system and vital body functions with absolute benefits.
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breathing pattern changes to Primary Mouth Breathing, Chin-Up Strips can naturally maintain your primary nasal breathing and eliminate loud snoring. Its effective sleep therapy empowers people to rediscover their dreams, sleep comfortably and enjoy more good nights and great days!
Nevertheless, our sales revenue has not allowed us to advertise in a manner that would significantly increase sales and help millions more potential users "enjoy more good nights and great days." We need partners to join us in our effort to "Simply Help the World Sleep.”
Unfortunately, people struggle to get the proper amount of sleep on a regular basis. Longer work hours, increasingly busy schedules, and digital technologies are a few factors pushing down the average sleep totals.
In an interview with Insights Care, Dale D. Miller, JD, shared his journey in the healthcare niche, highlighting the significance of Chin-Up Strips and its contribution to curing sleep disorders.
What inspired you to establish ChinUp Strips and integrate it into curing sleep disorders?
In fact, adults report insufficient sleep for nearly half of each month. With so many things demanding our time and attention, sleep can tend to take a backseat when it comes to priorities. On the contrary, insufficient sleep has been linked to numerous chronic diseases. Paying attention to our sleeping habits is an easy way to fight back against these severe diseases.
Dale, please enlighten our readers about the journey of Chin-Up Strips in the healthcare industry.
Sleep is an incredible and dynamic journey between bed and breakfast. It is a journey from a tired yesterday to a delightful tomorrow or a day of stress and fatigue to a day starting with a refreshing morning. A systemic journey healing mind and body during sleep determines tomorrow's wellness. If the journey is loud and rough, tomorrow is tired and dull. If the journey is quiet and smooth, tomorrow is delightful. In this journey, breathing patterns play an essential role in ensuring a peaceful sleep.
In 1998, I decided to take a lifechanging risk to "Simply Help the World Sleep." I walked away from my law practice in Wisconsin. I moved to Atlanta to be near a major airport so I could travel and give talks at Hospital sleep support groups around the U.S. As I look forward to the new year of 2020, when I turn 77, I may have done better financially if I continued practicing law. However, the "feel good" inside of me has been worth more than money. I sleep well and receive "good news" from Chin-Up Strip users every day. www.chinupstrip.com. Over 10 million FDA cleared Chin-Up Strips die cut from 3M medical grade tape have been shipped to sleep centers, resellers, snorers and Cpap users worldwide.
Looking back, I did not sleep well for many years. During the decade of my 40s, I woke up congested and tired. My wife and children told me I snored loudly every time I fell asleep. Relatives and friends joked about my snoring the same as we had joked about my father's snoring before he died in his sleep in November 1983. I am sure my father would have lived longer with today's advances in sleep medicine. In the late 1980's I became involved, as a personal injury trial attorney, in two auto accident cases where drivers fell asleep while driving during the daytime! People died, and others were seriously injured. Those sad cases convinced me to schedule my first sleep study at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield, WI, in 1993. I was 50 years old in 1993. My RN wife told me for years that I stop breathing during sleep. After my first hospital sleep study, Dr Honsotia informed me that I am a nocturnal mouth breather suffering from a severe condition called sleep apnea.
Primary Nasal Breathing is required for quiet and quality sleep. If your
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My respiratory disturbance index (RDI) was 22. I would stop breathing, for ten seconds or longer, 22 times per hour! Dr Honsotia prescribed Cpap therapy for me. CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine changed my life. I had more energy, but dry mouth and jaw pain from the Chin Strap that jammed my upper and lower teeth together was a problem. During a follow-up doctor visit, I asked if mouth breathing could be the cause of my snoring and sleep apnea and dry mouth. Dr Honsotia said: "I wish we had a tolerable cure for mouth breathing. That would help you.” After that doctor visit, my RN wife and I worked on coming up with a simple way to keep my mouth closed during sleep. We laughed about how difficult it may be to find a tolerable device to keep an attorney's mouth closed, even when sleeping. On December 21, 1995, I returned to St. Joseph's Hospital for a second full night's sleep study using no device the first half of the night and using only our original Chin-Up Strip the second half of the night. Dr Honsotia indicated that I snored and experienced numerous sleep apnea events during the first half of the night. In the second half of the night, using only our Chin-Up Strip, my snoring was reduced significantly, and my Respiratory Disturbance Index dropped to five, which was in the normal range. Dr Honsotia said: "Attorney Miller, you need to get a patent on your ChinUp Strip device as soon as possible! There are millions of people who would benefit from using your simple device to control mouth breathing." In 1997 and 1998, patient sleep studies were conducted to "Evaluate the ChinUp Strip" in a hospital sleep center in
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Chin-Up Strip combined with Breathe Right nasal strip is an effective alternative treatment for the primary snorer, as well as for mild OSA patients who are not surgical candidates or cannot tolerate CPAP.
Dale D. Miller, JD
May 2022
Lexington, KY, under the direction of a University of KY sleep medicine doctor named Barbara Phillips, MD. 1997- 98 Sleep Study Data Published in CHEST Cardio-Pulmonary and Critical Care Journal 10/98 p.383S University of KY Medical College Columbia Hospital Lexington, KY Barbara Phillips, MD, FCCP, MS. Tell us more about Chin-Up Strips and its significance in assisting and curing sleep disorders. The Chin-Up Strip combined with Breathe Right nasal strip is an effective alternative treatment for the primary snorer, as well as for mild OSA patients who are not surgical candidates or cannot tolerate CPAP. After the sleep study was published, we set up our website and attended sleep medicine meetings, and Med Trade shows. Drugstore.com began selling Chin-Up Strips in 1999. Walgreens bought drugstore.com and shut it down in 2016.
Since 1999, DKSH in Japan and British Snoring and Sleep Apnea Association have been ordering more than 200,000 strips per year in bulk 1000 count rolls. We also ship individual customer orders worldwide from our website using stamps.com.
pillows and Chin-Up Strips, which control my mouth breathing. They have allowed me to enjoy an active life into my 77th year. Virginia and I married in Milwaukee on 10/31/1964. We continue to sleep in the same bed. Lucky Me!!
Chin-Up Strips and Breathe Right strips have not been cleared by FDA to treat Sleep Apnea, alone or together. They are using it as an accessory with Cpap therapy.
Please share some of the worthy testimonials of your clients highlighting the comprehensive assistance of Chin-Up Strips in curing sleep disorders.
FDA cleared "Indications for Use" 510(k)
"I got my CPAP machine about a year ago. After three weeks, I stopped using it. I could not get used to the dry mouth and throat every morning. Recently, I discovered your chin-up strip, and I am using my CPAP and your chin-up strip every night. I wake up feeling great.”
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Chin-Up Strips support the chin during sleep, thereby promoting and enhancing nasal breathing by reducing mouth breathing and oral venting.
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Chin-Up Strips promote and enhance nasal breathing to help Breathe.
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Right nasal strips reduce or eliminate snoring.
Now Chin-Up Strips are available on Amazon.
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End dry mouth and oral venting with CPAP
We needed a partner to help us offer our strips in "brick and mortar" drug stores in addition to "click and order" websites.
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Reduce loudmouth snoring the first night
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Safely limit mouth breathing comfortably
Dan Cohen, MD, the founder of CNS – The Breathe Right nasal strip Company – was very helpful in recommending where to manufacture and market our Chin-Up Strips. 3M Medical Specialties supplies medicalgrade tapes which are die-cut into Chin-Up Strips. We offer three different shaped strips to satisfy our customers around the world. Hospital sleep centers have been our best source of referral customers. I have been a speaker at hospital sleep support groups around the U.S. (A.W.A.K.E.) since 1999.
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- Minnesota Customer. "I like your product very much. I am a female, and my skin is delicate. Nevertheless, I have had no irritation from your Chin-Up Strips.” - California Customer. 'Received your 30-day supply of Chinup snoring strips. Have used ten nights now. My wife is happy. She said: You sleep quietly now. Your snoring stopped. - Tennessee Customer.
I have used Chin-Up Strips to limit my nocturnal mouth breathing since December 1995. Simply getting older was not the reason why I had low energy and daytime sleepiness during my late 40s. The primary cause was mouth breathing and sleep apnea which has been treated with Chin-Up Strips and Cpap since December 1995. I am very grateful to the experts in sleep medicine who have helped me. At the time of this update, I continue to use my CPAP with AirFit P10 nasal
"Chin-Up is great for us! My husband sleeps 6-7 hours straight now. He does not wake up every two hours like he used to. Sleep better too. Thank You.” - Georgia Customer. "I have been using your 'white' ChinUp Strips. They are WONDERFUL! I continue to discover the benefits of the strips. Not only can my husband Sleep, but I also don't have coughing fits at night and dry mouth in the morning," – said Jill from Maryland.
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