WELCOME TO THE BEAUTY OF BREATHING PODCAST EPISODE NAME: The Aqualizer Research Project. Learn how this little dental device can reduce facial and lower back symptoms.GUEST SPEAKER: Bill Esser, PT Show Notes: Dr. Jenny Hobson and Bill Esser, PT are co-authors of this research project editorial that was published in CRANIO® The Journal of Craniomandibular & Sleep Practice Volume 40, 2022 - Issue 2 This guest editorial and physical therapy (PT) pilot study presents observations of a mechanical dysfunction – asymmetrical iliac crest heights – which significantly resolved through application of an Aqualizer® splint. Resolution of pelvic dysfunction by balancing bite forces has far-reaching implications for managing care and costs associated with back pain.Link to the Editorial published on Cranio: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/08869634.2022.2031169 In this episode, Dr. Martha Cortes and Dr. Jenny Hobson will be interviewing Bill Esser, PT on how this Aqualizer project was designed and how it’s ground breaking results will lead to even more important research for the PT and Dental fields to collaborate on. Learn from the two TMJ head and neck physical therapy experts how this device can help you balance out your pelvis asymmetry causing leg length descrepancy and reduce any occlusal (bite) interferences when it is in use.Dr. Hobson and Bill Esser, PT are designing more research around the connection of the occlusion/bite and how it effects the rest of the body. Bill Esser, PT is CranioFacial physical therapist in southern Oregon, one of less than 100 in the USA with the distinction Certified Cervical Temporomandibular Therapist (CCTT). He has 40 years of experience and success in treatment TMJ disorders, complex cranio and cervical spine dysfunction. He is an instructor for PTs and Dentists on the evaluation and treatment of TMJ and a speaker in many dental conferences including OBI Foundations of Bioesthetics National Conference and more. You already know but a quick refresher about Dr. Jenny: Dr. Jenny Hobson is a head and neck, TMJ physical therapist, protege of rSupport the showABOUT OUR HOST: Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Myo Moves - Become a Patient: www.myo-moves.com ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ At Airway Circle we offer a safe and supportive space for like-minded professionals to connect, collaborate and share information regarding airway-related issues and whole-body health. Become a Member Today and have immediate access to hundreds of lectures with world-renowned professionals. ...

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