What if … you could get a better night’s sleep? Welcome to Sleep Eazzzy with HIF, the podcast dreams are made of. Join hosts Guy Rowlison, Kelly Petering and our expert guests, as they challenge myths and misconceptions about sleep, identify determining factors that are hindering people from getting a decent night’s shut eye and provide practical tips on how to catch those elusive zzzs. We know there are a lot of podcasts out there focussed on helping you actually fall asleep. What we hope i ...
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The importance of breathing properly is one of the most underestimated and misunderstood areas in health today. Dr Jennifer Hobson will take you on a personal health journey, and show you the number of areas and ill effects of improper breathing.
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Leading Children’s Airway Focused Orthodontist Finding Solutions for Our Children with ADHD, Snoring, Poor Sleep, Bruxism, Asthma, & More
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35:29In this session, Dr. Murphy will share her personal journey of transitioning from traditional orthodontics to a more holistic airway focused approach. She will discuss the challenges she has had in her own profession and obstacles that she has overcome, along with valuable insights from her interdisciplinary approach that combines dentistry, breath…
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Unlock the Connection Between Dentistry and Physical Therapy: A Holistic Approach to TMD and Sleep Disorders
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40:35We are thrilled to invite you to a special LIVE webinar featuring Dr. Jenny Hobson and Dr. Tiffany Lamberton, two experts who have pioneered a unique approach to treating Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), craniofacial pain, and airway issues. Dr. Lamberton, who holds dual degrees in Dentistry and Physical Therapy, brings a holistic understanding o…
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Beyond the Badge of Honour: Changing Workplace Attitudes Towards Sleep
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31:30In this episode, we explore the often misguided workplace culture that treats sleep deprivation as a badge of honour. We speak with HIF CEO, Justin James and corporate sleep and performance specialist Amanda Slinger to discuss the importance of shifting attitudes towards prioritising sleep for better health, productivity, and overall well-being. Le…
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The Mental Load of Parenting: Sleep Challenges and Solutions
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20:23Sleep is a significant challenge for new parents, often leading to exhaustion and stress as they navigate disrupted nights and the demands of caring for a newborn. Natalie Van Winkle is a dedicated and qualified early childhood educator and certified circle of security parent educator and discusses the impact of sleep deprivation on new parents and…
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Too Stressed to Rest? What To Do When Anxiety is Keeping You Awake
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46:46Is the cost-of-living crisis keeping us up at night? HIF’s inaugural Sleep Index Survey found a clear link between poor health and lower disposable income, and quality of sleep. In this episode, we talk to Dr Jemma King, a specialist in the field of behavioural and organisational psychology, about managing sleep and stress to optimise performance a…
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Primarily focusing on optimising sleep and mental health in young people, Dr Cele Richardson has dedicated her efforts to developing ground-breaking therapies for sleep disorders, notably Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder and pediatric insomnia. A clinical psychologist and lecturer in the School of Psychological Science at the University of Western…
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Today we take a deep dive into sleep with the first CEO of the Sleep Health Foundation, Moira Junge, whose focus is firmly on raising awareness of the importance of ‘valuing sleep’ as part of a healthy lifestyle alongside regular exercise, a sensible diet, moderation in alcohol intake and smoking cessation. Moira has more than 20 years’ experience …
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Understanding Sleep Disorders: When Napping Helps and When It Hurts
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20:13If we are getting adequate sleep, then we wouldn't actually be needing to nap. So if we are needing to nap on a regular basis, then it's probably a sign that we're not getting sufficient quality or quantity sleep. We speak with Dr Jen Walsh director of the Center for Sleep Science in the School of Human Sciences at UWA. For the past 20 years, Dr Wa…
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There’s a common belief that screens that emit blue light make it harder for us to fall asleep. But is that really the case? We speak with sleep scientist and sleep practitioner Dr Michael Gradisar, on the effects of using screens on sleep … and whether or not you need to take that TV out of your bedroom. Dr Gradisar is a Professor of Psychology an…
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In the second of our chats with Director of the Centre for Sleep Science in the School of Human Sciences at UWA Dr. Jen Walsh we delve into the emerging topic of bedtime procrastination, where people delay going to bed without any specific reason, leading to poor sleep quality and higher daytime fatigue. Dr Walsh explores the concept of revenge bed…
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Meet A Driver of Craniofacial Therapy Evolution Part 2
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46:53For our dental, myofunctional and physical therapy community, do you want to meet a driver of the Craniofacial therapy evolution? Dr. Jenny Hobson continued her discussion with expert craniofacial physical therapist, Dr. Harry von Piekartz, PT, CCTT. They discussed new material on post orthognathic surgery physical therapy, reviewing a shared Crani…
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Leading Cranial Osteopath Busts Myths & Treats Pain With Innovative Solutions
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41:01Dr. Jenny had the honor of interviewing a leader in the field of Cranial Osteopathy, Dr. Tasha Turzo. We will be learning how cranial osteopaths treat craniofacial pain patients. I will lead this discussion and dive into key treatment areas of the head and neck including the following: Osteopathic manual medicine: Discover how cranial osteopaths di…
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Meet the Drivers of the Craniofacial Therapy Evolution
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1:04:55Dr. Jenny had the honor of interviewing two European Experts in Craniofacial Therapy, Dr. Harry von Piekartz, PT, CCTT, and her mentor, Dr. Jan Dommerholt, PT, DPT, MPS on March 18, 2024. Similar to the fascinating discussion with Dr. Rocabado and Dr. Paris this last October, this is another rare opportunity for you to hear about their groundbreaki…
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Meet the Pioneers of Craniofacial Therapy
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58:48Dr. Jenny Hobson had the honor and privilege of hosting a LIVE interview with Dr. Mariano Rocabado and Dr. Stanley V. Paris, two trailblazers in the physical therapy profession have reshaped the landscape of Manual Therapy and Orthopedic Rehabilitation. They combined their knowledge and expertise to forever change the relationship between dentists …
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What if you could get a better night's sleep? Welcome to 'Sleep Eazzzy' with HIF - the podcast dreams are made of. Join host Guy Rowlison & our team of expert guests as they challenge myths and misconceptions about sleep, identify determining factors that are hindering people from getting a decent night's shut eye and provide practical tips on how …
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The Connection between Nasal Congestion & Chronic Headaches
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1:02:09Are you tired of waking up with headaches and aching jaws? Curious about the connection between bruxism (jaw clenching) and nasal passages? Look no further! Join us for an exclusive and eye-opening Facebook Live session, where we bring you groundbreaking insights from a leading researcher in the field. In this episode, Dr. Jenny sits down with the …
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Maniobra Uplock de la boca” una nueva forma inteligente de tratar la apnea del sueño, los ronquidos y más
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44:02Nuestros invitados de hoy son dos médicos reconocidos que están reimaginando la forma en que tratamos problemas respiratorios comunes como la apnea del sueño, los ronquidos y la postura oral adecuada. El profesor Dr. Dr. Wilfried Engelke y la Dra. Sandra Kahn D.D.D.S, M.S.D se sientan para discutir su investigación y nueva técnica, creada por el Dr…
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In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hobson and Dr. Martha Cortes host a candid round-table discussion with leading airway practitioners, Dr. Karen Parker Davidson, RN and Cynthia Stein, PT on Nasal Release Technique (NRT), Rhinomanometry and their exciting new research project. Discover how NRT works and best practices. The panel will review aliments that m…
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Interrelation Between Myofunctional Therapy & Dentistry
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49:29In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hobson and Dr. Martha Cortes DDS explain the interrelation between airway centric physical therapy and airway centric dentistry with several case studies,highlighting the complex oral-systemic connection. Dr. Cortes shares how she treats many oral symptoms, such as crowded teeth including examining the patients nasal func…
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Dr. Sandra Kahn D.D.D.S., M.S.D. is a graduate from the National University of Mexico (UNAM) and the University of the Pacifc School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. She began her work in orthodontics with a specialty in physical anthropology at the University of California in Berkeley focusing her studies on human craniofacial growth and…
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Reducing Back Pain with a Dental Device
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1:26:35Newly published research shows how a simple dental device called the "Aqualizer" can help reduce back and other pain for participants by balancing out pelvis asymmetry, which causes leg length discrepancy, and reducing any occlusal (bite) interferences when it is in use. In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hobson reviews the "Aqualizer" study she conducted …
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In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hobson and Dr. Martha Cortes interview Cynthia Stein, PT. Learn from this skilled physical therapist how this technique can change the lives of people with post-concussion syndrome, difficulty breathing through the nose, headaches and TMD patients and more. Both Dr. Jenny Hobson and Dr. Martha Cortes have taken Cynthia’s …
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In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Hobson and Dr. Martha Cortes interview Dr. David Shirazi and discuss being healthy from a dental prospective, linking breathing disorders, TMD and the mind. Topics discussed on this podcast: Why do we clench and grind our teeth? What are the different appliances used to help craniofacial pain patients? What is the Adva…
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Exploring Dry Needling Treatment for Breathing Dysfunction and Head and Neck Pain
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38:31Learn why Dry Needling should be part of treatment for breathing dysfunction and head and neck pain patients. Meet Dr. Jan Dommerholt, PT, DPT, MPS, the world-renowned physical therapist and top instructor of dry needling. Listen as they discuss what dry needling is and how it works; how trigger points are developed and formed; what muscles are nor…
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The Importance of Nasal Breathing and Rhinomanometry
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40:50In this episode Dr. Jenny Hobson will be interviewing Dr. Karen Parker Davidson, RN, an expert in rhinomanometry. Rhinomanometry measures air pressure and the rate of airflow during breathing. These measurements are then used to calculate nasal airway resistance which is important in the field of airway treatment. So many of us don’t realize that o…
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Postural Restoration Institute (PRI) Philosophy and Treatment
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41:03Dr. Jenny interviews another family physical therapist who she has been working with. Learn how this very different approach helps posture and breathing. Dan Houglum, PT is a physical therapist who has been treating for over 25 years. He began learning the PRI approach in 2004, was certified in 2012, and became an instructor in 2016. He has been wo…
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Transforming TMJ And Sleep Apnea Patients
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46:36Listen in while Dr. Jenny interviews airway centric dentist, Dr. Martha Cortes. She explains how her career has progressed toward a specialty on transforming TMJ and sleep apnea patients. She transforms the airway size through appliance therapies and adult expansion of the palate. She is a pioneer and educator on these therapies and has a wealth of…
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Long Covid Relief from Breathing Retraining
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32:21Listen to this exciting podcast where Dr. Joshua Wechsler, doctor of pediatric gastroenterology, has first-hand experience with reducing his own TMJ, tinnitus and Long COVID symptoms through treatment with Dr. Hobson. He explains his journey and realization of how the breathing retraining program can also help his pediatric patients with GI problem…
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En Espanol: Ejercicios de Buena Postura Oral
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42:53Escuche a uno de los pocos ortodoncistas pioneros que han incorporado la salud de las vías respiratorias y comprenda los efectos de una mala postura de la lengua, el patrón de deglución y la postura de la columna. La Dra. Jenny entrevista a la Dra. Kahn sobre el libro “JAWS” que escribió con el evolucionista de renombre mundial, Paul Ehrlich. Nuest…
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Our jaws are getting smaller and our teeth crooked and crowded, creating not only aesthetic challenges but also difficulties with breathing. Modern orthodontics has persuaded us that braces and oral devices can correct these problems. While teeth can certainly be straightened, what about the underlying causes of this rapid shift in oral evolution a…
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Listen in to this intriguing interview where Dr. Jenny speaks to fellow physical therapist and founder of Postural Restoration Institute, Ron Hruska. His institute is an educational center that teaches physical therapists and other healthcare providers to look at the body in a completely different way. Dr. Jenny is undergoing this therapy herself, …
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Listen in to one of the top pediatric dentists, authors and researchers who really understands craniofacial growth and development of children. Dr. Boyd is known for early childhood treatment of proper occlusion and midface growth to help children grow up to become adults with healthy airways in their noses and throats. He explains how pre-industri…
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Dr. Mariano Rocabado is a leading expert in the field of TMJ, cranio-mandibular disorders, and the connection of the head and neck to the bite (occlusion). Hear how he explains what it takes to have a healthy TMJ and spine. Dr. Rocabado teaches his approach to head and neck health to doctors, dentists, and physical therapists around the world. Dr. …
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Dr. Jenny Hobson sits down with George Stortz, a physical therapist and former Hobson Institute Breathing Clinic client who suffers from sleep apnea. Listen to his personal journey and health transformation as he discusses how nose breathing changed his life and how he has been able to reduce his CPAP machine usage. Dr. Jenny Hobson is a head and n…
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Dr. Jenny Hobson discusses how the ALF appliance treats TMJ disorder and expands compromised airways. Dr. Crowe is recognized as a top-level practitioner in the field, advocating for total systemic health. He has dedicated his practice of dental medicine to whole body care and dental cranial treatment. Dr. Crowe and Dr. Jenny Hobson have worked tog…
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Dr. Jenny Hobson interviews Lynett Putterman, a Black-Belt NIA (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) instructor, about her recovery from a spinal cord injury. Find out how NIA helped her get back to teaching dance 3 months post-injury, and how breathwork training from Dr. Hobson helped her recover her energy and improve circulation. The NIA Technique …
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The Lost Art of Breathing with James Nestor
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39:11Listen to Dr. Jenny Hobson interview James Nestor, investigative journalist and the author of the best-selling book, Breath, New Science of a Lost Art. He presents research on breathing techniques in existence since the beginning of time and how it compares to Dr. Hobson’s practice. Hear about his participation in a research experiment through Stan…
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Dr. Michael Gelb, DDS, MS is a world-renowned TMJ and Sleep Specialist with practices in both New York City and White Plains. He received his D.D.S. degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and his M.S. from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Gelb is the co-author of “GASP: Airway Health- The Hidden Path to Wellness”, …
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This episode is an interview with Dr Jennifer Hobson, the founder of the Hobson Institute and owner of Physical Therapy Renaissance (now Physio Partners), a physical therapy practice specializing in the head and neck region in Chicago. Dr. Hobson shares her personal story about poor breathing and her children's experiences that changed her life. Sh…
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Tongue Tie Treatments for Infants & Adults
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50:51Listen as Dr. Jenny Hobson interviews Dr. Milton Geivelis who is highly trained in frenectomies for infants to adult ages using a CO2 laser. They discuss frenectomies, the importance of pre and post frenectomy myofunctional therapy and wound care for tongue tied infants to adult patients. Not many understand how the tongue plays a role in breathing…
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How Improper Breathing Impacts Workforce Productivity
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18:48In this episode, Dr. Jenny Hobson interviews Nancy Rothstein, a.k.a. the Sleep Ambassador. Nancy is a specialist in the area of sleep, and she consults and presents to the business world how sleep disorders affect a workforce and productivity. Nancy's professional background and MBA give her the ability to communicate in a practical and financial p…
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Dr. Hobson interviews Dr. Ira Shapira, an airway-focused dentist who expands the palates of adults with compromised airways to improve snoring, sleep apnea, and sleep-disordered breathing. They discuss how the DNA appliance permanently corrects sleep apnea and reduces snoring, straightens your teeth, and alleviates TMJ symptoms. Dr. Shapira has bee…
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