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Sleep Apnea StoriesNew Medications for Sleep Apnea, Project Sleep YouTube Live - TrailerEmma's giving a shorty summer update to let all her podcast listeners know about a YouTube Live session she is hosting on "New Medications for Sleep Apnea" on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 2 p.m. ET on Project Sleep's YouTube channel. Tune in live, set a reminder, or watch the replay here:https://www.youtube.com/live/s8oEXL30taEFind the Sleep Apnea Squad program here:https://project-sleep.com/sleep-apnea-squad/Find the YouTube lives, podcasts, and PDF toolkits by clicking "...
2025-07-1308 min
Sleep Apnea Stories143 - Live from SLEEP 2024Emma co-hosted an event called "Rise, Shine and Share" in Houston, Texas to bring together a group of great sleep people in one place.
My co-hosts:
Mollie Eastman
https://www.sleepisaskill.com
Teresa Palmer
https://www.sleepbetter.nyc
Featured in this episode:
Nathan Blamick
https://www.4thquarterfocus.com/
Dr. Allison Kole:
https://www.askthesleepmd.com/
Dr...
2024-06-0531 min
Sleep Apnea Stories142 - Emma Cooksey - Sleep Apnea Q&AEmma answers listener questions.
In this episode:
Q) How can I stop air leaking from the mask? I can't wear it any tighter.
Q) How can I keep the mask from irritating my face? Any liners that work well?
Q) If there's no leaking, do I still need to change them every 3-6 months?
Q) Do you wash new CPAP supplies?
Q) How do people manage camping/adventures with...
2024-05-2927 min
Sleep Apnea Stories141 - Dr. Adam Goldberg - A Cardiologist Shares his OSA JourneyEmma is joined by Dr. Adam Goldberg M.D., a Cardiologist at Electrophysiology at Cardiovascular Associates of Charlottesville and at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia.
In this episode:
* Dr. Goldberg shares about his medical training and his exposure to patients with sleep apnea.
* Adam explains atrial fibrillation and the irregular rapid heartbeat that people experience with that condition.
* Studies showing that management of sleep apnea can improve AFib.
* Adam shares the exhaustion...
2024-05-2233 min
Sleep Apnea Stories140 - Dr. Eric Thuler - Tongue Reduction Surgery for OSAEmma is joined by Dr. Eric Thuler, an adjunct Professor in sleep surgery at the University of Pennsylvania.
In this episode:
* Dr. Thuler explains how he trained in medicine and got into otolaryngology for his residency.
* Eric explains research into DISE and CT scans of OSA patients.
* Research with myofunctional therapists and how tongue positioning could change the airway.
* Joining the group at University of Pennsylvania to develop a way to measure upper airway...
2024-05-1542 min
Sleep Apnea Stories139 - Ginny Oliaro - CPAP for the Win!Emma is joined by Ginny Oliaro, a young woman sharing her journey to diagnosis and treatment for severe obstructive sleep apnea.
In this episode:
* Ginny shares about the loud snoring and daytime sleepiness that prompted her to seek help from her doctor.
* Snoring running in the family and being treated as not a big health problem.
* Ginny explains struggling to keep her eyes open on her short, 15-minute drive.
* A sleep test showed Ginny...
2024-05-0824 min
Sleep Apnea Stories138 - Dr. Clare Simon - Mandibular Advancement Devices for OSA in the UKEmma is joined by Dr. Clare Simon, a dentist offering mandibular advancement devices to patients in the UK.
In this episode:
* Clare shares how she discovered dental sleep medicine after around 10 years of general dentistry.
* Clare's husband's snoring and how he became her first patient.
* Why Clare decided to leave general dentistry to set up The London Dental Sleep Clinic.
* How patients access mandibular advancement devices in the UK via the NHS and paying...
2024-05-0132 min
Sleep Apnea Stories137 - Nathan Pounds - Advocating for a Child with Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Nathan Pounds who shares his journey as a parent advocating for his child to get a diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea.
In this episode:
* Nathan explains how he and his wife have four children who are 9, 8, 4 and 1.
* Breathing issues showing up in their eldest child as a baby and having him diagnosed as having "failure to thrive".
* As their son becomes a toddler, he shows ADHD and sensory issues.
* Visiting...
2024-04-2432 min
Sleep Apnea Stories136 - Dr. Anne Marie Morse & Matthew Allard - "Sleeping Around The Podcast"Emma Cooksey is joined by Dr. Anne Marie Morse and Matthew Allard, the hosts of "Sleep Around The Podcast".
In this episode:
* Dr. Morse explains how her mother's experience living with multiple sclerosis encouraged her to pursue a career in medicine and specifically neurology.
* Matthew shares his experience of supporting his wife and child through their journeys to diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea.
* Matthew shares his background working in CPAP therapy and then transitioning to working with Somnomed building relationships between sleep physicians and dentists specializing in dental sleep medicine.
* Anne...
2024-04-171h 04
Sleep Apnea Stories135 - Bijo Sebastian - Sleep Apnea, Mental Health and RelationshipsEmma is joined by Bijo Sebastian, a father of three who lives between India and France.
In this episode:
* Bijo explains how he fell asleep at the wheel with his wife and 3 kids in the car.
* A polysomnogram shows severe sleep apnea with an AHI in the 50s.
* Starting CPAP therapy and Bijo's kids naming the machine and reminding him to pack it every time he traveled.
* Bijo explains how his mental health was...
2024-04-1030 min
Sleep Apnea Stories134 - Mollie Eastman - "Sleep is a Skill" - Practical Ways to Improve Sleep QualityEmma is joined by Mollie Eastman, sleep coach and host of the "Sleep is a Skill" podcast.
In this episode:
* Mollie shares her own rock-bottom moment with her sleep problems and how she set out to fix her own sleep habits.
* Tracking sleep using wearables and creating "Sleep is a Skill".
* The importance of the circadian rhythm and how light can disrupt this natural cycle.
* Top tips on improving sleep including morning sunlight, avoiding...
2024-04-0355 minSleep Apnea StoriesSleep Talking with Dr. Shelby - Interview with Emma CookseyEmma was recently featured on an episode of "Sleep Talking with Dr. Shelby". A fantastic podcast hosted by Dr. Shelby Harris. Enjoy!
Check out more episodes of the podcast here: https://sleepopolis.com/podcast/
2024-03-1238 min
Sleep Apnea Stories133 - Dr. Pam Sheets - Finding a Sleep Apnea Cure with EASEEmma is joined by Dr. Pam Sheets, a retired doctor who embarked upon a palate expansion called the 'EASE' procedure with Dr. Kasey Li. Pam was able to completely cure her sleep apnea following her procedure.
In this episode:
* Pam noticed that she was very tired a lot of the time and had nasal congestion.
* Stereotypes playing into Pam's thinking that she could not possibly have sleep apnea as a petite otherwise healthy woman.
* Orthodontic extractions and retractive braces...
2024-03-0645 min
Sleep Apnea Stories132 - Dr. Steven Park - 'Sleep, Interrupted'Emma is joined by Dr. Steven Park, author of "Sleep, Interrupted" and host of the 'Breathe Better, Sleep Better, Live Better' podcast.
In this episode:
* Dr. Park's personal experience with sleep-disordered breathing and how that informed his work.
* How improving nasal patency through nasal surgery can improve CPAP use.
* Dr. Park explains why he recommends people to stop eating in the 3 hours before bedtime.
* Mouth-taping and how it can help people with sleep apnea.
2024-02-2847 min
Sleep Apnea Stories131 - Tom Wilson - The Philips CPAP RecallEmma is joined by Tom Wilson, the leader of a Facebook support group for patients affected by the Philips CPAP recall.
In this episode:
* Tom explains his journey to diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea and how he came to hear about the Philips CPAP recall.
* Tom shares how patients can register their recalled devices and the current status of a class action lawsuit being brought by some affected patients.
* The process to obtain reimbursement from Philips for patients who...
2024-02-2138 min
Sleep Apnea Stories130 - Dr. Karen Davidson - "Breathe Through Your Nose, Don't Pay Through It"Emma is joined by Dr. Karen Davidson, an expert on measuring nasal function and how that can help sleep apnea patients.
In this episode:
* Why nasal resistance matters for patients with sleep apnea.
* Rhino manometry and how it works to determine nasal resistance.
* Dr. Davidson identifies some of the reasons that rhino manometry hasn't been widely offered to sleep apnea patients in the US.
* Karen shares about her new book, "Breathe Through Your Nose...
2024-02-1455 minSleep Apnea StoriesEmma at the 2024 North American Dental Sleep Medicine SymposiumEmma took a trip out of her podcast recording closet and interviewed some people in person at the NADSM Symposium in Clearwater, FL.
In this episode:
* Hear from oral appliance manufacturers Airway Management and Somnomed about their latest innovations.
* The ‘Sleep Noodle’ and how it helps with positional OSA.
* How to find a well-trained dentist in your area on the new patient-facing AADSM website.
https://dentalsleep.org/
https://somnomed.com/en/
https://tapintosleep.com/
http...
2024-02-0920 min
Sleep Apnea Stories129 - Dr. Ben Cable - A Pediatric ENT Shares Advice for ParentsEmma is joined by Dr. Ben Cable, an ENT surgeon who treats kids with sleep-disordered breathing and sleep apnea.
In this episode:
* Where parents should go if they suspect their child has sleep-disordered breathing.
* When to pursue a sleep study and when it's not as necessary.
* Dr. Cable speaks about rapid palate expansion in kids.
* The need to have referral links with other providers because sleep apnea often requires a collaborative approach.
2024-02-0748 min
Sleep Apnea Stories128 - Rachel Nesmith - Living with Narcolepsy Type 1 and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Rachel Nesmith, a patient advocate with narcolepsy type 1 (narcolepsy with cataplexy) and sleep apnea.
In this episode:
* Rachel shares her journey to diagnosis with narcolepsy type 1.
* The importance of advocating for yourself in healthcare settings.
* Rachel describes finding sleep specialist Dr. Anne Marie Morse D.O. and being so grateful to find a provider who was so patient-centered in her approach.
* Rachel talks about completing the Project Sleep "Rising Voices"...
2024-01-3127 min
Sleep Apnea Stories127 - Dr. Audrey Wells - 'Super Sleep MD'Emma is joined by Dr. Audrey Wells, the sleep specialist behind "Super Sleep MD".
In this episode:
* Dr. Wells shares her background working as a sleep medicine physician and how she struggled with the system not allowing enough time to spend with each patient.
* The courses, group coaching and Facebook group Audrey is now offering patients.
* Dr. Wells describes the "Sleep Deep Summit" she is hosting on the "Dr Talks" platform.
Connect with Dr...
2024-01-2434 min
Sleep Apnea Stories126 - Kath Hope - Part Two - Starting "Hope2Sleep"Emma is joined by Kath Hope, founder and CEO at "Hope2Sleep", a wonderful charity in the UK.
In this episode:
* Kath describes first trying to get used to her new CPAP mask.
* Ordering comfort products like CPAP mask strap covers from suppliers in the US.
* Working with the local sleep clinic to provide CPAP comfort products to local CPAP users and providing connection and support.
* Research being conducted on 'Zeus' as a future...
2024-01-1738 min
Sleep Apnea Stories125 - Kath Hope - Part One - Journey to Diagnosis with OSAEmma is joined by Kath Hope, founder and CEO of the UK charity 'Hope2Sleep'.
Watch this conversation on YouTube now at https://youtu.be/XLcjlhywHnA
In this episode:
* Kath shares her journey to diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea.
* Getting glandular fever and panic attacks/anxiety which led to helpful weekly counseling.
* Kath describes how difficult her pregnancies were with undiagnosed sleep apnea.
* Having a sleep study even though...
2024-01-1038 min
Sleep Apnea Stories124 - Dr. Shane Pahlavan - An ENT Surgeon on the Inspire ImplantEmma is joined by Dr. Shane Pahlavan, an ENT surgeon in Dallas, Texas.
In this episode:
* Dr. Pahlavan talks about his work as an ENT surgeon and how he started offering hypoglossal nerve surgery for sleep apnea patients.
* Shane explains that the Inspire implant is not for every patient and shares some of the criteria.
* Emma asks Dr. Pahlavan to explain the procedure in detail for patients listening who might be considering it.
Connect...
2024-01-0344 minSleep Apnea Stories123 - Emma Cooksey - Winter Break Wrap UpEmma shares with listeners that she is taking a winter break before introducing new episodes in January 2024.
Emma's podcast suggestions:
"Sleep is a Skill"
https://www.sleepisaskill.com/podcasts
"Sleep Tech Talk"
https://www.sleeptechtalk.com/
"Sleep Talking with Dr. Shelby"
https://sleepopolis.com/podcast/
"Breathe Better, Sleep Better, Live Better"
https://doctorstevenpark.com/category/podcast-2
"I Spy with My Myo...
2023-11-0811 min
Sleep Apnea Stories122 - Dr. Meredith Broderick - Rethinking Sleep Medicine for a Better Patient ExperienceEmma is joined by Dr. Meredith Broderick, a triple board-certified doctor specializing in neurology, sleep medicine and behavioral sleep medicine.
In this episode:
* Dr. Broderick's childhood as a Korean/American adoptee and finding her sleep very different from her parents'.
* Meredith shares about her training in Neurology and then completing a fellowship in sleep medicine at Stanford.
* Experiencing the work of orthodontists, dentists, psychologists and surgeons as part of the fellowship.
* Dr. Broderick explains...
2023-11-0151 min
Sleep Apnea Stories121 - Dr. Steve Carstensen - A Deep Dive on Oral Appliance Therapy for Obstructive Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Dr. Steve Carstensen, a dentist and dental sleep medicine educator/trailblazer.
In this episode:
Steve talks about how he first discovered oral appliance therapy and got interested in the field of sleep-disordered breathing.
The type of patients Steve has seen do really well with oral appliance therapy in his practice.
Emma asks Steve whether there is a place for an interim, non-custom appliance such as over-the-counter 'boil and bite' devices or the myTAP from Airway Management.
How to find a well-trained dentist to make a custom...
2023-10-2552 min
Sleep Apnea Stories120 - Bob File - Former MLB Player with OSA on Optimizing CPAP SettingsEmma is joined by Bob File, a former MLB player recently diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
In this episode:
* Bob's career in major league baseball playing for the Toronto Blue Jays.
* His childhood and history of allergies, asthma and disrupted sleep.
* Bob's interest in fitness and performance and noticing he struggled to run long distances.
* Working with Pulmonologists and hearing about sleep testing but rejecting the idea of spending the night in a sleep...
2023-10-1857 min
Sleep Apnea Stories119 - Dr. Sahil Chopra - 'Empower Sleep' - Changing Sleep Medicine for PatientsEmma is joined by Dr. Sahil Chopra, co-founder and CEO at Empower Sleep, a virtual care platform allowing people to get personalized sleep care in the comfort of their homes.
In this episode:
* Emma's experience trying out the Empower Sleep platform.
* Dr. Chopra's background from medical training in India to continuing his training in California and completing a fellowship at Harvard.
* Sahil's discovery of sleep as a specialty and experiencing how broken the medical system was for patients.
2023-10-1150 min
Sleep Apnea Stories118 - Dr Chris Allen - Instagram's "Sleep Doctor Chris" on His Own Journey with OSAEmma is joined by "Sleep Doctor Chris" from Instagram, AKA Dr. Chris Allen, a Pediatric Neurologist and Sleep Specialist.
In this episode:
* Becoming a sleep influencer on social media to help raise awareness about sleep issues.
* Chris shares his own journey with OSA and how it helps him to relate to the experiences his OSA patients have.
* Attending a conference and leaving CPAP behind and realizing how much worse he felt without CPAP therapy.
...
2023-10-0445 min
Sleep Apnea Stories117 - Lindsay Scola - Narcolepsy and UARS - "Is YOUR Tired Different?"Emma is joined by Lindsay Scola who speaks about her journey to diagnosis with Narcolepsy and Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome.
In this episode:
* Lindsay shares about her childhood and moving into politics after college.
* Working on the Obama campaign and for President Obama in the White House.
* Moving to LA to work in the entertainment industry.
* How sleepiness symptoms showed up in Lindsay's life and how difficult it is to spot a sleep disorder...
2023-09-2752 min
Sleep Apnea Stories116 - Olivier Lauzeral - The iNAP Device for OSAEmma is joined by Olivier Lauzeral, General Manager at Somnics Health, the maker of iNAP Sleep therapy for OSA treatment.
In this episode:
* Olivier describes his background and how he became interested in solutions for sleep apnea.
* The iNAP device and how it works to treat OSA by using negative pressure to open the airway.
* How to try the iNAP device through their website if your doctor does not offer it.
* Cleaning of the...
2023-09-2039 min
Sleep Apnea Stories115 - Emma at the Collaboration Cures Conference 2023Emma interviews some attendees and exhibitors at the AAPMD's Collaboration Cures 2023 conference.
In this episode:
* Justin from ResMed gives an update on the resolution of the data issues affecting Airsense 11 users.
* Future podcast guest, Dr. Steve Carstensen, explains some work he's been doing with the American Dental Association to help dentists spot airway problems early in kids.
* Remastered Sleep on their new kids' version of their myo nozzle encouraging tongue exercises while drinking water.
* Dr. Pat McBride of the AAPMD explains the reasons for organizing the Collaboration Cures conference.
* SpotPal...
2023-09-1332 min
Sleep Apnea Stories114 - Dr. Michael Grandner - Could YOU Have Insomnia AND Sleep Apnea?Emma is joined by Dr. Michael Grandner, a clinical psychologist and sleep researcher from the University of Arizona.
Together they discuss:
* Some of the real-world sleep issues Dr. Grandner is addressing in his current research.
* How people with a sleep apnea diagnosis can spot signs that they might be dealing with chronic insomnia too.
* Treatment options for insomnia, including medications and CBT-i, and what the data says about the efficacy of different treatment options.
* The role of sleep coaching and the new "Sleep Reset" app Dr. Grandner was involved in developing. https://www...
2023-09-061h 07
Sleep Apnea Stories113 - Dr. Scott Saunders - A Patient Journey with the Inspire ImplantEmma is joined by Dr. Scott Saunders D.D.S., a dentist and obstructive sleep apnea patient.
In this episode:
* Sleep issues that began in childhood and were exacerbated by the development of obstructive sleep apnea.
* Seeing a psychiatrist who ordered the sleep study that led to a diagnosis of severe obstructive sleep apnea.
* Cognitive behavior therapy and how it didn't work well for Scott.
* CPAP and how difficult Scott found it to sleep with that therapy.
* Getting an oral appliance...
2023-08-301h 01
Sleep Apnea Stories112 - Dr. Kevin Coppelson - The M.I.N.D. Technique and MMA SurgeryEmma is joined by Dr. Kevin Coppelson, an oral and maxillo-facial surgeon at the Breathe Institute in Los Angeles, CA.
In this episode:
* Dr. Coppelson explains how narrow nasal cavities can lead to mouth breathing, nasal obstruction, and sleep problems.
* Not having enough space for the tongue to rest at the roof of the mouth and why that causes problems breathing at night.
* Nasal resistance and how that leads to collapsing of the airway.
* Dr. Coppelson explains all the existing techniques for palate...
2023-08-231h 09
Sleep Apnea Stories111 - Dr. Ana Luisa Vieira - Women with OSA and Central Sleep Apnea Causes & Treatment OptionsEmma is joined by Dr. Ana Luisa Vieira, a Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Physician practicing at Hospital de Braga in Portugal.
In this episode:
* Dr. Vieira explains gender differences and unique aspects of obstructive sleep apnea in women.
* She covers prevalence, symptoms, diagnosis, health consequences, and treatment.
* Sleep apnea medical care in Portugal.
* Central sleep apnea - the difference in classification from ICSD and ERJ TF from 2017, different types of CSA and respective treatments.
* Dr. Vieira explains central sleep apnea related to heart failure...
2023-08-161h 01
Sleep Apnea Stories109 - Dr. Monique May - Nutrition and Sleep Apnea with the ‘Physician in the Kitchen’Emma is joined by Dr. Monique May, a doctor and vegan chef.
In this episode:
* Dr. May describes her background in medicine and her lack of training in nutrition.
* The personal reasons Dr. May changed her own eating habits and decided to train as a vegan chef.
* The importance of sleep when it comes to metabolic health.
* Grehlin and Leptin and how fragmented sleep disrupts these important hormones.
* First steps Dr. May recommends for anyone listening who wants to improve their nutrition and health.
2023-08-0237 min
Sleep Apnea Stories108 - Anders Olmanson - REMplenish Myo Nozzle - Reducing Snoring while Drinking WaterEmma is joined by Anders Olmanson to talk about the REMplenish Myo Nozzle.
In this episode:
* Anders talks about research his team did to understand the problems surrounding sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment.
* Research on myofunctional therapy/oropharyngeal exercises and how they were shown to decrease AHI significantly.
* Brainstorming ideas around a gadget or device which could encourage people to more easily do myofunctional therapy exercises.
* How the "Myo Nozzle" idea came and the multiple iterations that happened to develop the final product.
2023-07-2644 min
Sleep Apnea Stories107 - Dr. Shereen Lim - "Breathe, Sleep, Thrive"Emma is joined by Dr. Shereen Lim, author of the book "Breathe, Sleep, Thrive".
In this episode:
* Dr. Lim explains how to encourage optimum jaw growth in babies and young children.
* The important role lactation consultants can play in spotting tongue-ties and or breastfeeding issues.
* Tongue placement and the importance of nasal breathing.
* Sucking habits and how these can often be a compensation for poor tongue function.
* What to ask a dentist to check they are specifically trained in airway growth...
2023-07-1937 min
Sleep Apnea Stories106 - Sharon Forstner - Living with Sleep Apnea, Narcolepsy with Cataplexy and InsomniaEmma is joined by Sharon Forstner, a patient advocate living with multiple sleep disorders who went undiagnosed for far too long.
In this episode:
* Sharon describes how her symptoms began and how she knew nothing about sleep disorders.
* Working night shifts as a nurse and assuming that sleep problems were explained by that schedule.
* Coping with having 2 kids and a deployed husband and symptoms of multiple undiagnosed sleep disorders.
* Sharon describes seeing a neurologist and sleep specialist who missed her symptoms and referred...
2023-07-121h 00
Sleep Apnea Stories105 - Dr. Sarah Silverman - Behavioral Sleep Medicine to Help Adjustment to CPAP TherapyEmma is joined by Dr. Sarah Silverman Psy.D., a behavioral sleep medicine specialist.
In this episode:
* Dr. Silverman explains how behavioral sleep medicine can help with insomnia but also other sleep disorders.
* The shortage of behavioral sleep medicine experts and how to find them.
* What CBT-i (Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia) involves.
* How Dr. Silverman works with CPAP patients to help them adjust to CPAP therapy.
* Dr. Silverman explains how to spot symptoms of chronic insomnia when you already have a diagnosis of...
2023-07-0551 min
Sleep Apnea Stories104 - Dr. Dan Gartenberg Ph.D. - Advancing Research into Sleep Apnea and the SleepSpace appEmma is joined by Dr. Dan Gartenberg, the Founder and CEO of the SleepSpace App.
In this episode:
* Dr Gartenberg's Ph.D. in applied psychology.
* The technology behind the Sleepspace app and using sound to improve sleep.
* Using wearable tech, to collect heart rate data and estimate stages of sleep and the correct sounds.
* Ideas Dan has for improving treatment for people with sleep apnea and research he hopes to complete.
Connect with Dr. Gartenberg
https...
2023-06-2843 minSleep Apnea Stories103 - Emma’s Update - Combining Oral Appliance Therapy with CPAPEmma is sharing the latest in her own journey with obstructive sleep apnea.
First, Emma is joined by her lovely friend, Lauren Freedman, a health coach and the host of the Uninvisible Podcast. If you'd like to connect with Lauren, visit www.uninvisiblecoaching.com and also check out her podcast here: https://uninvisiblepod.com/
In this episode:
* Emma's update on her own journey with sleep apnea.
* Contracting covid in January and not making a full recovery.
* The frustrating search for a new board-certified...
2023-06-2124 min
Sleep Apnea Stories102 - Dr. Jasmine Elmore - Nervous System, Breathwork and the 'SOMA' ApplianceEmma is joined by Dr. Jasmine Elmore, a dentist specializing in healing patients by working on their nervous system using breathwork and the SOMA appliance. Together they discuss:
* Dr. Elmore describes her own painful injuries and how physical therapy helped her in healing.
* Jasmine's background in pediatric dentistry and training in breathwork and myofunctional therapy.
* The role the nervous system plays in a patient's healing and ability to sleep.
* Dr. Elmore's take on the AGGA controversy, the FDA approval process and the need for patients to do their...
2023-06-141h 07
Sleep Apnea Stories101 - Dr. Whitney Mostafiz-Levinson - The AGGA ControversyEmma is joined by Dr. Whitney Mostafiz-Levinson, a Board-Certified Orthodontist, and together they discuss:
* The NBC news coverage of the AGGA appliance court case https://www.cbsnews.com/news/agga-dental-device-lawsuits-teeth-damage/
* Dr. Mostafiz-Levinson explains the group of fixed appliances being discussed including AGGA, Crozat and ALF.
* FDA approval of dental appliances such as DNA by Vivos and why patients should do their own research on top of checking for FDA approval.
* Changing attitudes to extractions in orthodontics and the trend toward early interceptive orthodontics.
Connect with Dr...
2023-06-0753 minSleep Apnea Stories100 - Emma Cooksey on the Sleep Tech Talk PodcastEmma was recently interviewed for the ‘Sleep Tech Talk’ podcast.
You can find the video version of this conversation at
https://www.youtube.com/@sleeptechtalk1797
2023-05-3131 min
Sleep Apnea Stories99 - Geoff Eade - Sleep Techs Helping Patients 1:1 with CPAPEmma is joined by Geoff Eade, a Sleep Coach with BetterNight - a company offering home sleep testing and patient support.
Together they discuss:
* Geoff explains a bit about his background and how he got into sleep working as a sleep tech.
* BetterNight home testing and how patients can receive support over telehealth without leaving home.
* How better remote monitoring is improving outcomes for patients ensuring they meet compliance requirements for insurance.
* Geoff shares about the untimely loss of his father to suspected untreated obstructive sleep...
2023-05-2457 min
Sleep Apnea Stories98 - Laing Rikkers - "Morning Leaves" - Loss and Undiagnosed OSAEmma is joined by Laing Rikkers, co-founder and Executive Chair at ProSomnus. Together they discuss:
* Laing shares a bit about her background and experience with ProSomnus, an oral appliance manufacturer.
* Obstructive Sleep Apnea signs and symptoms and how difficult it can be to persuade a loved one to seek help.
* Laing talks about losing her sister who was only 46 at the time of her death.
* Coping with grief during the pandemic and how writing became a helpful practice along with grief counseling.
* Writing the book "Morning...
2023-05-1740 min
Sleep Apnea Stories97 - Karen Wolk - Inspire Implant UpdateEmma is reunited with her first podcast guest, Karen Wolk. Together they discuss:
* Karen talks about her journey with her Inspire Implant.
* She explains how the hypoglossal nerve stimulation therapy works to move her tongue out of her airway and demonstrates the remote control, turning it on and off.
* Karen describes working with Dr. Sarah Silverman on CBT-i techniques to help adjust to CPAP therapy before she found Inspire.
* Working with Pat McBride and the team at Inspire to adjust settings to Karen's changing needs.
* Karen...
2023-05-1050 min
Sleep Apnea Stories96 - Dr. Pat McBride - Collaborating for Best OSA Patient OutcomesEmma is joined by Dr. Pat McBride, Executive Director of the Foundation for Airway Health and a Board member at the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry (AAPMD). Together they discuss:
* Dr. McBride's background working with her late husband in his dental sleep medicine practice.
* The founding of the AAPMD and developing a new collaborative approach to the treatment of airway disorders.
* MMA surgery and the importance of choosing the right surgeon and doing preparations with a specialist orthodontist.
* Working with Inspire patients helping them optimize their...
2023-05-0357 min
Sleep Apnea Stories95 - Trent and Theresa Tidball - 'Sleepily Ever After' - Searching for an Effective OSA TreatmentEmma is joined by Trent and Theresa Tidball to discuss Trent's journey with OSA. Together they discuss:
* Trent's symptoms of daytime sleepiness as a teen and doing a sleep study but not following up.
* Undergoing a UPPP, tonsillectomy, septoplasty, and turbinate reduction at the same time with an ENT without ever having a sleep study.
* Getting a sleep test and diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea.
* Titrating study showing the need for ASV rather than CPAP or BiPAP.
* MMA surgery to advance jaws hoping to improve Trent's...
2023-04-261h 00
Sleep Apnea Stories94 - Dr. Jill Ombrello - Developing Healthy Airways in Kids and Oral Appliance Therapy for AdultsEmma is joined by Dr. Jill Ombrello, a dentist from Dallas, Texas. Together they discuss:
* Dr. Ombrello working with families to get to the root airway causes of problems she sees in many of the kids in her practice.
* Moms dealing with poor quality sleep and being told they are fine because their AHI is too low for a sleep apnea diagnosis.
* Dr. Ombrello stepping in as "Quarterback of Care" where patients have been left to navigate their treatment options without any help.
* The need for healthcare professionals...
2023-04-1953 min
Sleep Apnea Stories93 - Maggie Carr - "Diary of a Wimpy Airway" - MSE Palate ExpansionEmma is joined by Maggie Carr, a small business owner from Vermont. Together they discuss:
* Maggie describes having a tonsillectomy as a child to improve her airway.
* Having 8 teeth extracted for braces and Dr. Bill Hang's concept of "Extraction, Retraction, Regret Syndrome".
* Getting a diagnosis of Sleep Apnea and finding a CPAP during a recall and shortage.
* Maggie's decision to start palate expansion using an MSE appliance and what is involved.
* Maggie working with an executive functioning coach to help her manage daily tasks with significant...
2023-04-1250 min
Sleep Apnea Stories91 - Jason Webb - Missed OSA Diagnosis in Small-Town Australia*trigger warning* - discussion of suicidal thoughts
Emma is joined by Jason Webb who comes from a small town in Queensland, Australia. Together they discuss:
* Jason's debilitating sleep apnea symptoms and his difficulties in getting a diagnosis.
* Doctors' attitudes that sleep apnea is only for "older, overweight men".
* Jason's mental health deteriorating to the point of feeling suicidal.
* Finding a doctor who listened and ordered a sleep study and made a referral to an ENT surgeon.
* Diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea and beginning CPAP therapy.
* Ja...
2023-02-2247 min
Sleep Apnea Stories86 - Drew Copeland - Home Sleep Apnea Testing ExplainedEmma is joined by Drew Copeland, a Sleep Tech and Sleep Coach with Sleep Better NYC. Together they discuss:
* Drew talks about his background in sleep medicine working as a sleep tech and running a sleep program.
* Working with Sleep Better NYC as a sleep coach to help people navigate sleep testing, sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment.
* Some of the problems patients come across when trying to navigate the system from PCP to Sleep Specialist to Sleep Testing to DME company.
* Drew explains in detail the different levels of sleep test, 1...
2023-01-1845 min
Sleep Apnea Stories85 - Emma Cooksey - My Vivos Palate Expansion FailedEmma shares all about her recent failed palate expansion using "The Vivos Method".
In this episode, Emma discusses:
* the timeline of her palate expansion and descriptions of the DNA and mmRNA appliances she used.
* experiencing improvements in nasal breathing and facial pain and tension soon after beginning palate expansion.
* switching from a DNA appliance to an mmRNA appliance part-way through treatment.
* seeing airway expansion and seeing some positive sleep changes like getting some more deep sleep and dreaming more.
* Graham Stoney's experience of 20 months of palate expansion usi...
2023-01-1141 min
Sleep Apnea Stories81 - Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi - Helping Kids BreatheEmma is joined by Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi, a functional pediatric dentist from "Breathe Kids Dental". Together they discuss:
* How to spot an airway problem in your child.
* Tongue ties and why they have a profound impact on the way kids breathe.
* How to find specialist help for your child.
* Palate expansion and early interception orthodontics.
Follow Dr. Ghodousi-Zaghi on Instagram: @dr.norazaghi
Breathe Kids Dental: https://www.breathekidsdental.com/
The Breathe Institute: https://www.thebreatheinstitute.com/
Access the "Fairest 6" pdf Emma and Dr. Gh...
2022-10-1949 min
Sleep Apnea Stories80 - Craig Baker - Successful Tonsillectomy, Turbinate Reduction & SeptoplastyEmma is joined by Craig Baker for a follow up interview.
Together they discuss:
* Craig briefly recaps his long journey to diagnosis with sleep apnea.
* The surgeries recommended for him by an ENT/Otolaryngology Surgeon - tonsillectomy and septoplasty.
* Paying to have the procedures privately to avoid a long wait time.
* Emma and Craig discuss their experiences of tonsillectomy as adults versus the experience of children with the same procedure.
* Craig's follow up sleep study showing his AHI had dropped and he no longer needed to use a CPAP...
2022-10-1224 min
Sleep Apnea Stories78 - Sandy Smith - EnsoData's Mission to Improve Sleep TestingEmma is joined by Sandy Smith, EnsoData's Director of National Accounts. Together they discuss:
* The very personal and tragic loss Sandy experienced because of lack of awareness about sleep apnea and its symptoms.
* Sandy explains how EnsoData are improving sleep testing by applying new artificial intelligence technology.
* The huge number of people still going undiagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
* Sandy and Emma both discuss spotting signs of sleep issues with their children and getting help.
Connect with Sandy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-smith-85563728/
2022-09-2830 min
Sleep Apnea Stories77 - Dr. Madiha Ellaffi - The App for Parents and Kids with Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Dr. Madiha Ellaffi, a French Pulmonologist, Allergist and Pediatric, and Adult Sleep Specialist. Together they discuss:
* Dr. Ellaffi's experiences as the mother of 4 children who developed sleep problems.
* The book and app she developed, along with a dedicated team, about pediatric sleep apnea, to help children and parents that struggle with sleep issues to understand and get better answers and treatment.
* Emma describes the wonderful app called "Woodchuck's Sleep" (you can find it free wherever you get apps). It brings together all the specialists involved in treating pediatric sleep apne...
2022-09-2143 min
Sleep Apnea Stories75 - Karen Moore - Sleep Apnea and MenopauseEmma is joined by Karen Moore, a woman living with sleep apnea and the founder of CPAP accessories company "Pad A Cheek". Together they discuss:
* The brain fog and cognitive impairment Karen experienced and how it is often mistaken for menopause symptoms.
* Karen shares about her diagnostic sleep study and titrating study and how they differed.
* Learning about CPAP through forums and reading CPAP data using a card reader and software.
* Working with her doctor's blessing to find the right pressure.
* Starting "Pad A Cheek" to share products to m...
2022-09-0751 minSleep Apnea Stories73 - Lifestyle and Obstructive Sleep ApneaEmma shares some lifestyle tips for living with sleep apnea.
Episodes Emma mentioned:
Episode 4 on weight loss: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/lPHwSFdVJsb
Episode 69 on bariatric surgery: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ux1E4hbVJsb
Episode 36 on "health at every size": https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/E2nP7ymVJsb
Vik Veer's throat exercises https://youtu.be/2nq8YjWIIUI
This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp https://www.betterhelp.com/emma
Visit Emma's Amazon Idea List here: ht...
2022-08-2416 minSleep Apnea Stories71 - CPAP Problems SolvedIn this "shortie" episode, Emma answers listeners' questions about their CPAP problems. Listen for advice and help on what to do if:
* you can't access CPAP data beyond what the myAir app provides.
* your hose is causing problems and tugging on your mask.
* you are looking for a backup battery supply recommendation.
Emma's Amazon Suggestions here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/sleepapneastories - please note these are affiliate links and the show will earn a small commission for purchases at no cost to you.
Sign up for email and g...
2022-08-1016 min
Sleep Apnea Stories69 - Tairis Morales Medina - Bariatric SurgeryEmma is joined by Tairis Morales Medina who shares about a successful bariatric surgery that resolved her sleep apnea along with other health problems. Together they discuss:
* The mini-stroke that alerted Tairis to her high blood pressure.
* Considering bariatric surgery to resolve obesity and other health problems.
* Doing a sleep study as part of qualifying for bariatric surgery and getting a diagnosis of sleep apnea.
* Adjusting to CPAP and how quickly Tairis found she did not need it after successful bariatric surgery.
* The nuances of discussing weight and obstructive s...
2022-07-271h 02
Sleep Apnea Stories68 - Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown - Kids with Obstructive Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown, a board-certified pediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine physician. Together they discuss:
* Signs to watch for in kids that could indicate a sleep problem.
* Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy in kids with obstructed airways.
* Dr. Afolabi-Brown's participation in an American Academy of Sleep Medicine task force to explore the safe use of CPAP and BiPAP in kids with Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
* Testing kids with suspected obstructive sleep apnea and the importance of selecting an accredited sleep clinic.
* Differences between testing adults and children.
F...
2022-07-2040 min
Sleep Apnea Stories67 - Dr. Sam Kashani M.D. - Q&A with a Sleep Medicine SpecialistEmma is joined by Dr. Sam Kashani M.D., a board-certified Sleep Medicine Specialist. Together they discuss:
* residual daytime sleepiness in people with obstructive sleep apnea.
* language used to describe symptoms to primary care physicians.
* the STOPBANG questionnaire used to screen for sleep apnea.
* how important CPAP education and support is for newly diagnosed patients.
* AHI and symptom severity, uses for melatonin and CBTi for insomnia.
The 'STOPBANG' questionnaire a lot of doctors use to screen for obstructive sleep apnea we mentioned in the ep...
2022-07-131h 04
Sleep Apnea Stories66 - Matt Horsnell - Obstructive Sleep Apnea and NarcolepsyEmma is joined by Matt Horsnell and together they discuss:
* Matt's journey to a diagnosis of narcolepsy with cataplexy and how obstructive sleep apnea did show up on his original sleep test but wasn't deemed severe enough to treat.
* Coping with depression and anxiety along with sleep disorders.
* Getting a diagnosis with severe obstructive sleep apnea and beginning treatment with CPAP.
* Matt finding ways for his sleep disorders to work for him and engaging with social support in the sleep disorders community.
* Becoming involved with sleep patient awareness and a...
2022-07-0653 min
Sleep Apnea Stories65 - Mayka Goodstone - SARPE and Orthognathic SurgeryEmma is joined by Mayka Goodstone who just underwent Orthognathic Surgery to move her jaws forward resolving her obstructive sleep apnea. Together they discuss:
* Mayka shares about her childhood growing up in Spain with asthma, allergies and mouth breathing.
* Developing snoring during her 20s.
* "Long Face Syndrome" and how Mayka and Emma both developed long faces as a result of mouth breathing as children causing their faces to develop long and narrow with compromised airways.
* Mayka getting a diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea and taking time during the pandemic to really r...
2022-06-2958 min
Sleep Apnea Stories64 - Dr. Robert W. Turner II - Sleep Apnea Research - Raising OSA Awareness Among Black MenEmma is joined by Dr. Robert W Turner II, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Research and Leadership at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Science. He earned his Ph.D. in sociology at the Graduate Center, City University of New York. He also holds a position as a Research Scientist in the Center for Biobehavioral Health Disparities Research at Duke University. Together they discuss:
* Dr. Turner discusses his research identifying the most effective ways to spread the word among black men about the serious health consequences of untreated sleep apnea.
...
2022-06-2235 min
Sleep Apnea Stories63 - Emma at SLEEP 2022 ConferenceRecently Emma attended the SLEEP 2022 Conference run by the Association of Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) which is a joint venture of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and the Sleep Research Society (SRS). Emma used the opportunity to interview as many people as she could. Interviews featured include:
* Julie Flygare, Founder, and CEO of Project Sleep, talks about the inclusion of patient voices in conferences like SLEEP 2022.
* Dr. Joshua Roland M.D., a board-certified sleep specialist, answers your questions about sleep apnea.
* Dr. Chelsie Rohrscheib from Wesper discusses how monitoring your sleep wi...
2022-06-1551 min
Sleep Apnea Stories62 - Kristen Cascio - Delayed Diagnosis and CPAP Travel TipsEmma is joined by Kristen Cascio, together they discuss:
* Kristen going undiagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea for years.
* Thyroid issues and how those were a convenient excuse for fatigue and daytime sleepiness.
* Getting diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea using an at-home sleep study.
* Feeling relief to have answers to sleep problems.
* Adjusting to CPAP therapy with the help of her supportive husband.
* Starting @meandmycpap on Instagram and sharing tips on traveling with CPAP.
Follow Kristen on Instagram @meandmycpap
This episode is sponsored by Inspire h...
2022-06-0844 min
Sleep Apnea Stories61 - Dr. Allan Pack - Sleep Apnea Research, Excessive Daytime SleepinessEmma is joined by Dr. Allan Pack, a researcher at the University of Pennsylvania. Together they discuss:
* How obstructive sleep apnea patients don't fall neatly into one category.
* Use of the Epworth Sleepiness Scale and other questions to group participants based on their sleepiness and how likely they were to doze.
* Looking at participants in different sleepiness groups and what happened to their sleepiness after 2 years of CPAP.
* Some theories on why people might remain sleepy despite CPAP adherence.
* Dr. Pack talks about the future of diagnostics in sleep u...
2022-06-0143 min
Sleep Apnea Stories60 - Emma Cooksey - ENT visit, Allergies, CPAP and Palate Expansion updateEmma finishes up season 6 with an update on her own journey to improve her sleep apnea. She covers:
* Her progress with using removable palate expansion appliances and switching from DNA appliances to an mmRNA appliance - seeing airway expansion on a CBCT scan.
* Consulting with an ENT on nasal inflammation solutions.
* Emma explains working with a sleep tech to improve her CPAP settings.
* Simple things that can help some people with sleep apnea - sleep position, inspiratory muscle trainers, myofunctional therapy exercises and buteyko breathwork.
Throat Exercises - https://y...
2022-05-0433 min
Sleep Apnea Stories56 - James Nestor - Breathing and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by author and journalist, James Nestor. His book "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" was released in 2020 and became an international bestseller. In the book, James discusses how the human species has lost the ability to breathe properly - and how to get it back. Together Emma and James discuss:
* Some of the issues with the current medical system and its approach to treating sleep apnea.
* Getting to the root causes of sleep apnea.
* Premolar extractions, braces, and headgear - how these orthodontic practices can impact growing faces and a...
2022-04-0646 min
Sleep Apnea Stories53 - Dr. Xiaochuan Yan - Sleep Apnea in ChinaEmma is joined by Dr. Xiaochuan Yan, a general surgeon working in China sharing his own story of being diagnosed and treated with sleep apnea. Together they discuss:
* Symptoms Dr. Yan experienced for years prior to diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea.
* Lack of adequate training about sleep apnea in medical school.
* Dr. Yan's life-changing diagnosis and treatment with a CPAP.
* Healthcare provision and sleep apnea treatment in China.
* The losing weight conundrum many people with sleep apnea struggle with. Too tired to eat well and exercise which would help their sleep apnea.
* The need to raise awareness about sleep apnea an...
2022-03-1651 min
Sleep Apnea Stories52 - Jason Sazama - CPAP with a Sleep TechEmma is joined by Jason Sazama, the man behind "The Lanky Lefty 27" YouTube Channel. Together they discuss:
* Emma's discovery of Jason's YouTube channel and the video topics she found helpful.
* Common CPAP problems and how Jason addresses them.
* OSCAR software for analyzing CPAP data and what to look for.
* Jason's own journey with Hashimoto's and diagnosis with obstructive sleep apnea.
* The setup Jason uses at night, including his mask recommendations and cleaning routine.
* Jason's background as a credentialed and experienced sleep tech. The services he provides through AXG Diagnostics are at-home sleep testing and analysis of OSCAR CPAP data over zo...
2022-03-0950 min
Sleep Apnea Stories51 - Christina Sanghera - Sleep Apnea, Panic and AnxietyEmma is joined by Christina Sanghera, a holistic health coach who helps burned-out women with chronic illnesses. Together they discuss:
* Christina's own health journey with a thyroid condition, Hashimoto's;
* How Christina felt waking up at night before her obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis;
* Misdiagnosis with panic attacks and anxiety and calling 911;
* Stereotypes in sleep apnea diagnosis and how they keep young women from accurate diagnoses;
* The importance of working with the nervous system and especially the vagus nerve to soothe fight or flight responses.
Follow Christina on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christinasanghera
Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sleepapneastories
Th...
2022-03-0256 min
Sleep Apnea Stories50 - Bob Stanton - Truck Drivers with Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Bob Stanton, a former over the road (OTR) truck driver with experience of all the issues facing truck drivers with sleep apnea. Together they discuss:
* Bob's personal journey to diagnosis with sleep apnea and his treatment with CPAP;
* Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations relevant to obstructive sleep apnea;
* Department of Transport medical examinations required to receive and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL);
* Challenges facing truck drivers using CPAP, including power supply issues and humidification issues;
* Political challenges with passing legislation about truck drivers with sleep apnea;
* Oral Appliance Therapy (OAT) and the compliance c...
2022-02-231h 12
Sleep Apnea Stories49 - Emma Cooksey - Emma's UpdateEmma wraps up season 5 with an update about what she's working on to raise awareness about sleep apnea in 2022. In this episode she shares:
* Project Sleep recently appointed Emma to its Board of Directors. Emma shares how she hopes to help Project Sleep expand its programs to include sleep apnea;
* Emma is looking for people interested in joining her fundraising team for Project Sleep's "Sleep In" in March. Sign up for email below if you're interested!
* Plans for the podcast in 2022. Are you interested in telling your story on the podcast? If so, email sleepapneastories@gmail.com with the subject line...
2022-01-1914 min
Sleep Apnea Stories42 - Larry Shaw - Dual Band Chin StrapEmma is joined by Larry Shaw, the inventor of the Knightsbridge Dual Band Chin Strap.
Together they discuss:
* Larry's own personal journey with snoring and sleep apnea;
* How his symptoms of increased daytime sleepiness mounted gradually over time;
* Larry's reluctance to go to a doctor about his sleep apnea and his approach of trying to figure it out himself;
* The impact of sleep problems on his relationships;
* Trying chinstraps on the market to keep his mouth closed at night;
* Coming up with a better design for the Knightsbridge Dual Band Chin Strap to keep the mouth closed without undue pressure being p...
2021-11-2444 min
Sleep Apnea Stories40 - Teresa DeNike - Sleep CoachingEmma is joined by Teresa DeNike at Sleep Better NYC. As a sleep coach, Teresa explains:
* what a sleep coach does and how they can help people struggling to get quality sleep;
* how a sleep coach can help someone with sleep apnea navigate different options;
* Teresa's background working for an oral appliance manufacturer;
* mouthguards and other devices people buy randomly online and think they are treating their sleep apnea but they're NOT!
Connect with Teresa on Instagram: @sleepbetternyc
www.sleepbetter.nyc
Connect with Emma on Instagram: @sleepapneastories
www.sleepapneastories.com
If you missed Emma's presentation on the Project Sleep Facebook p...
2021-10-1340 min
Sleep Apnea Stories39 - Patrick Zwally - Double Jaw SurgeryTrigger warning: there is some discussion of suicidal thoughts in this episode.
Patrick Zwally shares his health journey from debilitating chronic pain to life-saving double jaw surgery and jaw joint replacement. Together Patrick and Emma discuss:
* Patrick's childhood including his mouth breathing and poor oral posture;
* The traditional orthodontics Patrick had as a teen;
* The beginning of TMJ problems, 2 shoulder surgeries and neck pain;
* Patrick developing chronic pain and feeling suicidal;
* Lots of people are having serious sleep problems but don't meet the official criteria for a sleep apnea diagnosis;
* Patrick discovering the work of Professor John Mew and Dr Mi...
2021-10-0656 min
Sleep Apnea Stories37 - Dr David McIntosh - "Snored to Death"Emma is joined by Dr David McIntosh, an adjunct Associate Professor of ENT Surgery in Queensland, Australia. He specializes in pediatric ENT surgery, nose & sinus disease and snoring & sleep apnea. Together they discuss:
* Dr McIntosh explains the urgency of intervention with children showing signs of sleep disordered breathing;
* Children with mouth breathing or snoring should be taken for evaluation to a pediatric ENT as quickly as possible;
* Consequences of untreated sleep disordered breathing in kids include: behavioral problems, hearing problems, listening problems, memory problems and many other issues;
* David explains why he fully supports proponents of nasal breathing but also exp...
2021-09-2256 min
Sleep Apnea Stories34 - Fabienne Deprez - A Professional Athlete with Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Fabienne Deprez, a former professional badminton player who competed for the German national women's team. Together they discuss:
* Fabienne's feeling tired and unable to bounce back after training sessions;
* Her journey to diagnosis with sleep tests;
* 5 months using a CPAP but finding it difficult;
* Being fitted for a mandibular advancement device and finding it more comfortable to wear than a CPAP;
* Pregnancy and tiredness;
* Fabienne's decision to talk about her diagnosis with Sleep Apnea to use her platform to raise awareness.
Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sleepapneastories
Follow Fabienne on Instagram: www.instagram.c...
2021-09-0133 min
Sleep Apnea Stories31 - Brandon Wilds - New Treatment - eXciteOSAEmma is joined by Brandon Wilds, one of the first patients to try out the eXciteOSA device for treating mild sleep apnea and snoring. Together they discuss:
* Brandon coping with daytime sleepiness and seeing a sleep specialist;
* Sleep studies at home and at a medical facility;
* Being prescribed a CPAP and having a lot of problems with it;
* Learning about a new treatment called eXciteOSA and being one of the first patients to try it;
* The eXciteOSA device - what it is and how it works;
* Brandon on how much better he is feeling now.
Emma mentioned Project Sleep's program "R...
2021-08-1136 minSleep Apnea StoriesBONUS - Emma Cooksey - Women and Sleep ApneaEmma was recently invited by Fariya Doctor, a Feldenkrais practitioner in Canada, to give an online talk about Women and Sleep Apnea. Since raising awareness about Sleep Apnea is part of Emma's mission with this podcast, she jumped at the chance! This bonus episode is an edited audio version of Emma's talk. In this episode Emma discusses:
* Her own journey with Sleep Apnea;
* Overview of symptoms to look for and how these can often present differently in men and women;
* Case Studies of women featured on the podcast and different reasons they went yea...
2021-07-2957 min
Sleep Apnea Stories30 - Emma Cooksey - Vivos DNA Appliance, Myofunctional Therapy and Buteyko BreathingFor the final episode of this season, Emma gives an update on her own journey with Sleep Apnea. She explains her goals of getting to the root cause of her Sleep Apnea and introduces the people who are helping her:
* Emma discusses her Myofunctional Therapy experience working with Kaitlyn Shrum. They discuss Emma's classic signs of a compromised airway: high vaulted narrow palate, tongue-tie, history of thumb sucking and mouth breathing. How they worked together before and after Emma's tongue-tie release.
Kaitlyn Shrum - Myofunctional Therapist
Instagram: @southernspeechandmyo
www.southernspeechandmyo.com
* Emma discusses her functional breathing training with Jo Brierly, th...
2021-07-071h 20Sleep Apnea Stories25 - Vashanti Ganesh - PCOS and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Vashanti Ganesh. Together they discuss:
* A family doctor being unwilling to prescribe a CPAP despite a diagnosis of Sleep Apnea;
* Suffering with incontinence as a symptom of Sleep Apnea;
* PCOS - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, what it is and some of the symptoms to watch for;
* Sleep Apnea being common in women with PCOS;
* How Vashanti brought her PCOS symptoms under control with lifestyle changes;
* How much better Vashanti felt when she was prescribed a CPAP at last;
* Vashanti's work as a...
2021-06-0243 min
Sleep Apnea Stories24 - Brittny Sciarra and Karese Laguerre - Myofunctional Therapy and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Brittny Sciarra and Karese Laguerre to discuss their work as Myofunctional Therapists, also called Orofacial Myologists. Together they discussed:
* What Myofunctional Therapy is and why it can be beneficial for many people with Obstructive Sleep Apnea;
* Myofunctional Therapy as part of a treatment plan for children with Sleep Disordered Breathing;
* Karese shares her own experience with advocating for and getting treatment for her children with Sleep Disordered Breathing;
* What normal resting tongue posture looks like and why it is so important, especially in children as their palate develops;
* How to find airway-focused healthcare professionals who might n...
2021-05-2642 min
Sleep Apnea Stories23 - Alida Abdullah - High Blood Pressure and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Alida Abdullah and they discuss:
*Growing up snoring and sleeping during school;
*Difficulty with CPAP therapy as a mother juggling a newborn and a 3 year old;
*Being a college athlete and not fitting the Homer Simpson stereotype of the older, overweight men who suffer with Sleep Apnea;
*Treatment of African American women in the healthcare system, what needs to change;
*The link between Hypertension and Sleep Apnea.
Connect with Alida on Instagram: @aa2ff2020
Follow Emma on Instagram: @sleepapneastories
If you want to read further about the health disparities due to race in the US, there a...
2021-05-1940 min
Sleep Apnea Stories22 - Julie Flygare - Narcolepsy and Sleep Disorders AdvocacyEmma is joined on the podcast by Julie Flygare, President and CEO of Project Sleep. Julie has suffered with Narcolepsy with Cataplexy and is an accomplished sleep disorders advocate. Emma and Julie discuss:
*Symptoms and early warning signs of Narcolepsy;
*Julie's journey through diagnosis and treatment;
*How sleep studies for Narcolepsy differ from those for Sleep Apnea;
*The need for more awareness around Sleep Disorders and more money for Sleep Disorders Research;
*How listeners can get involved in supporting Project Sleep.
You can find all the information about Project Sleep, including social media handles on the website: https://project-sleep.com/
Ju...
2021-05-1247 min
Sleep Apnea Stories20 - Dr Madan Kandula - Sleep And Sinus Surgeries for Sleep Apnea with an ENTEmma is joined by Dr Madan Kandula, a Board Certified Otolaryngologist, specializing in sleep and sinus surgery. He leads Advent, an ENT group with 10 clinics across Wisconsin and Illinois. In this episode we cover:
*The current state of the healthcare system and how patients are not being served by it;
*Dr Kandula's vision for a more patient-centered approach and offering multiple treatment options for Sleep Apnea;
*Minimally invasive in-office procedures on sinuses and turbinates to help relieve nasal congestion and improve sleep at night;
*Madan's own journey with breaking his nose twice and how that shaped his interest in the EN...
2021-03-3145 min
Sleep Apnea Stories18 - Craig Baker - Sleep Apnea Symptoms: AnxietyEmma is joined by Craig Baker, a Personal Trainer from Sydney, Australia. Together they discuss:
*Craig discusses his Sleep Apnea symptoms, including anxiety and exhaustion;
*Deciding to cut back on decathlon training in his 20s;
*Using a phone app to record snoring and breathing sounds during sleep;
*Emma's experience with her Tonsilectomy and Craig's upcoming surgery;
*CPAP and Craig's experience with Nasal Pillows;
*Are people overweight and then develop Sleep Apnea or do they develop Sleep Apnea and get overweight as a result?
Connect with Craig: @craigbakerpt and https://www.craigbakerpt.com/
Get Emma's "CPAP Lessons I Learned the hard w...
2021-03-1741 min
Sleep Apnea Stories16 - Stacy Erickson Edwards - Sleep Apnea and Idiopathic HypersomniaEmma is joined by Stacy Erickson Edwards, a Sleep Disorders Advocate and blogger at www.cpapbabes.com. Stacy discusses:
*her journey to getting diagnosed with Sleep Apnea;
*dealing with continued sleepiness even after CPAP treatment and exploring other potential sleep disorders;
*being diagnosed with Idiopathic Hypersomnia after an MSLT test;
*working with Project Sleep to raise awareness about sleep disorders.
*taking part in Project Sleep's "Sleep In" fundraiser 12th-14th March;
Connect with Stacy: http://www.cpapbabes.com/
Instagram: @cpapbabes
Connect with Emma: https://www.sleepapneastories.com/
Instagram: @sleepapneastories
Emma and Stacy are both taking part in Project Sleep's "Sleep In...
2021-03-0340 min
Sleep Apnea Stories15 - Ryan King - Exercise and Sleep ApneaEmma talks all about physical fitness and coping with Sleep Apnea. Emma's guest, Ryan King, is a personal trainer who has been working with Gary Knight (friend of the show, guest on episode 4). Emma and Ryan discuss:
* How to gradually build up the amount of exercise you're doing even when you're tired;
* Alternatives to working out at the gym;
*The importance of mindset and breathing;
*Unrealistic ideals of beauty.
Connect with Ryan on Instagram: @rkfitness_fevo
"Sleep In" Fundraiser run by Project Sleep, 12th-14th March 2021
**I'd LOVE to have you on my team to spread awareness of Sleep Apnea!!!**
Sig...
2021-02-2445 min
Sleep Apnea Stories13 - Lauren Freedman - Multiple DiagnosesEmma is joined by Lauren Freedman, host of "Uninvisible Pod". On her podcast, Lauren provides a platform for discussion of invisible illnesses following her own health struggles.
Some of the things we discussed in this episode:
Coping with multiple diagnoses - not only sleep apnea but depression, anxiety and Hashimoto's (an autoimmune disorder).
Lauren’s experience of trying to hold down a job while struggling to find answers in her health journey.
The healthcare system and Lauren's need to advocate for herself
Emma asks all about the concept of 'spoonies' and spoons theory to help explain the limited energy people cop...
2021-02-1057 min
Sleep Apnea Stories10 - Emma Cooksey - Nasal Breathing and Myofunctional Therapy for Sleep ApneaEmma shares an update on her own journey with Sleep Apnea. Since starting the podcast earlier this year, Emma has learned so much from her guests and her own reading and research. On this episode, Emma discusses:
the books "Breath" by James Nestor and "Oxygen Advantage" by Patrick McKeown. Both these books discuss the benefits of nasal breathing;
beginning Myofunctional therapy to improve tongue placement for proper nasal breathing;
her discover of Myotape to gently keep her mouth closed at night.
Emma recaps the first 9 episodes and looks ahead to new episode coming in January 2021!
Connect with Emma on instagram: @sleepapne...
2020-11-2728 minSleep Apnea Stories8 - Dr Jose Gonzalez - Snoring and Sleep ApneaEmma is joined by Dr Jose Gonzalez. In the episode they discuss Jose's recent diagnosis with sleep apnea and how he is adjusting to life with his CPAP. Emma and Jose talk about:
Loud snoring and how often it is ignored as normal when it can indicate Sleep Apnea;
Being single and in a relationship with Sleep Apnea;
Anxiety as a warning sign for Sleep Apnea;
Self image issues which come up with CPAP treatment;
The media's portrayal of Sleep Apnea.
Connect with Jose on Instagram: @dr.jose.gonzalez
Emma would love you to complete her liste...
2020-10-3039 minSleep Apnea Stories1 - Emma Cooksey - Delayed Sleep Apnea DiagnosisMeet your host, Emma Cooksey, and join her as she shares her personal journey with Sleep Apnea. Emma shares her lowest moment when she realized she needed to get help along with the tips and tricks she wishes someone told her about her Cpap when she was first diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea in 2008. Emma talks about living her best life with sleep apnea 12 years after diagnosis, including her 3 step morning ritual which helps her face the day no matter how the night's sleep went. Do you have a sleep apnea story to share?
Get in touch!
2020-07-2626 minSleep Apnea StoriesSleep Apnea Stories Podcast TrailerSleep Apnea Stories is a new podcast with Emma Cooksey. Emma has lots to share about her own journey with sleep apnea but really wants to hear from YOU. If you suffer from sleep apnea but haven’t let it hold you back from living every day to the fullest, get in touch! Contact Emma on Instagram @sleepapneastories or email sleepapneastories@gmail.com.
2020-07-1200 min