It is a programme of exercises for the tongue, the lips, the soft palate and the throat muscles. It aims to improve the tone and coordination of these structures, which take part in breathing during sleep, and it is adapted to each person.
Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea involves repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. Its treatment is team-based: pulmonology, otolaryngology, dentistry, and physical therapy
When should it be evaluated?
Sleep apnea consists of repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. Its treatment involves a multidisciplinary team: pulmonology, otolaryngology, dentistry, and physical therapy.
- Loud, frequent snoring
- Breathing pauses noticed by another person
- Waking up gasping for air
- Daytime sleepiness or fatigue
- Headache or dry mouth upon waking
A proper evaluation is the first step
At the first visit, we review your diagnosis and current treatment, and assess your orofacial muscles, breathing, and cervical region to plan your exercises.
- Detailed clinical interview
- Physical and functional examination
- Physical therapy diagnosis and treatment plan agreed with you
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First visit
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Duration
Approx. 90 min
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First visit
85 €
Follow-up visit
70 €
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What’s included
Assessment, examination and personalised treatment plan.
Specialised physiotherapy for craniofacial pain
Cristian Justribó Manion
Cristian Justribó Manion specialises in orofacial pain, temporomandibular disorders and craniofacial rehabilitation. He combines clinical work with doctoral research and university teaching.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
No. The treatment of obstructive sleep apnea is decided by your doctor. Physiotherapy is a complement: it can help you with jaw pain, tongue function and the oropharyngeal muscles, and with tolerating the devices you already use.
Partners
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L’Eixample, 08009 Barcelona -
Opening hours: 9:00 to 18:00
