A split-second faster, a step quicker, an inch higher, a bit more flexibility, a little stronger can make all the difference in your game. Is it possible that something so small, that some chew on or stick in the side of their helmet can help you achieve that? According to the research that was done at Rutgers University it is. The Pure Power Mouthguard does just that.
"Michael Jordan, the greatest basketball play ever, stuck his tongue out as he
was driving for the basket. By sticking his tongue out, he was putting his
jaw in that relaxed position. It probably wasn't done consciously. It was
something he just started doing at the age of 12 and it worked for him, said PPM
inventor Dr. Anil Makkar."
As of right now, Rutgers University has found some astonishing outcomes of what they have been researching. The PPM claims that its fitting method is based on neuromuscular dentistry is unlike other 'custom fit' mouthguards in the industry. Traditional mouthguards require just a standard dental impression wherever the jaw might rest. But the PPM process can take anywhere between 80 to 90 minutes, and can only be done at the office of neuromuscular dentist. Approximately 1,000 pro and college athletes have purchased the mouthguard, but the reasoning behind that is because the extra abilities come at a price of about $1,600.
I am still skeptic about how something so small could help you perform better, but I did find this article interesting just for that reason. I was looking into buying one until the price popped up on my screen. So if you are really wanting one, then you better hope the extra centimeters matter.
Good post, Evan. I have to admit...I've never heard of neuromuscular dentistry before. Unfortunately, I've got to take some points away since you posted this late, but I really did enjoy it. Thank you for sharing it with us.
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One more thing: don't forget to label your posts as "current event".
ReplyDeleteI never would have thought a mouth guard could do something like that. This was interesting.
ReplyDeleteI don't believe this. I think that you perform on your own. Mouth-guards can't make people stronger, faster, or flexible. Hard work is what gets you there. Besides the price....you got to be kidding me?
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