Sleep Disorders & Performance Optimization with Dr. Joseph Schneider & Dr. Richard McAlister

Sleep is one of the most powerful yet overlooked pillars of neurological health. In this episode of the POTS Podcast, Dr. Joseph Schneider is joined by Dr. Richard McAlister to explore the complex world of sleep disorders — from insomnia and narcolepsy to post-COVID fatigue and sleep apnea. Together, they reveal how advanced neurofeedback, brain mapping, and circadian rhythm strategies are transforming sleep recovery and performance.

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Sleep disorders are not just about feeling tired — they are deeply connected to brain function, autonomic regulation, and overall health.

In this episode, Dr. Schneider and Dr. McAlister explain how disrupted sleep patterns can impact everything from cognitive performance to emotional stability and physical recovery, and why proper diagnosis is critical.

To learn more about data driven POTS evaluation, nervous system rehabilitation, and Dr. Schneider's clinical framework, listen to the full episode of My POTS Podcast and explore the Hope Brain Center resources on https://hopebraincenter.com/. 🎙️ My POTS Podcast: https://mypotspodcast.com/ 🧠 Website: Hope Brain and Body Recovery Center: https://hopebraincenter.com/ 🎓 LinkedIn: Joseph Schneider: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-schneider-55b83123 ❤️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hopebrainbodyrecoverycenter ⏺️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopebraincenter_/ 📌 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopebraincenter/

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