12/30/2010
Why the Optimized Bite and why an AgilityGuard?
by AgilityGuard NorCal on Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 4:18am
It is amazing what a proper designed bite does, taking into account the head and neck muscle physiology at maximum rest, will allow the rest of the body's muscle physiology to perform at its' maximum capacity, without restraints! It is when we incorporate this philosophy into the mouthpiece, that we are able to allow unleash the body's natural ability to perform at maximum capacity, what it was intended to do. This is what sets the Optimized AgilityGuard from ALL other mouthpieces, which although may physically cover and protect the teeth, but do not increase performance, address airway and blood oxygen saturation issues, and a host of many other attributes that prevent HEAD & NECK injury.
For example, take the example of a fighter, traditional boxer, or an MMA fighter. As far as these sports go, there has been so much discussion as to the importance of the "nerve in the jaw", or "button" that sets things off. Why is it that those who are experts in the above mentioned fields find that address your opponent with a well placed hit in the jaw (with an upper cut for example), sets the tone for the rest of the fight as in a Knock Out? Why is it that the "KO" button always on the jaw?
The position of the lower jaw in relation to the upper jaw is especially important in that it unleashes muscle capability, and compensation of muscles. This also frees up information "chatter" on the peripheral and central nervous system networks in the head and neck, and as a result, this allows increased flexibility in the upper head and neck region. This alone makes such a difference for being injury prone from a fighter's perspective, irrespective of the physical covering of the teeth themselves.
As a good friend and doctor (Chris Mohler) has mentioned to me in the past, "so if there is not a neurologic component to this guard, even though 50% of all bodily sensory information is conducted through this nerve, then why is it when you hit the button on the unprotected jaw your assailant unfolds and it's lights out? Why is it so much harder to attain a KO on your opponent on their shoulders, chest, arms, or wrists? Because the key is that once you attain protection of the relationship between the upper and lower jaws, everything else becomes even more solid.
"What are your thoughts? I especially would like to hear from those who are professional boxers or fighters in this group, as it helps us understand what your needs are, beside basic teeth protection and comfort. Your feedback is especially importance to me and the advancement and Optimization of this device!
Dr. Art Kwan
