Are There Any Anti Snoring Devices That Really Work?
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There are a bewildering number of anti snoring devices on the market today. The desire to stop snoring makes us an easy target for these gadgets, but how do we find out which work and which don’t without having to buy them all? We’ll review the most common ones in this article.to enable you to make a better choice.
Snoring pillows
These pillows supposedly support the sleeper’s neck thus keeping the airways open and separate the soft palate from the throat. Some pillows are also designed to force the snorer to sleep on his side which is effective in stopping snoring for a lot of people. Other pillows have magnets included which are reported to reduce pain. There is little concrete evidence to show that these pillows stop snoring although they may work for some people by encouraging side sleeping.
Nasal strips
Nasal strips help open the nasal passages so the user can breathe more freely through the nose rather than the mouth. This simple snoring device may indeed be helpful for snorers, but only if nasal congestion was the cause of snoring in the first place.
There is a similar device to insert inside the nose to force the nostrils open. These can be uncomfortable and often fall out.
Throat spray
These work by lubricating and toning the loose tissues in the throat which helps to stop them vibrating. Most contain aromatherapy oils.
Again these are really only useful in helping to ease congestion.
Nasal sprays
These sprays are designed to decongest the nasal passages to enable the user to breath through his mouth. These actually do what they’re designed to do but nasal sprays contain medication which makes them unsafe to use for more than 3 days in a row. If you use these sprays for more than a few days, they may cause dependency and possibly make the congestion worse.
Snoring pills
Snoring pills work in a similar fashion to the sprays by reducing swelling and congestion. Most snoring pills are based on natural ingredients, but others also contain anti histamines. The only real benefit from these pills is a decongestive effect.
Snoring ring
The snoring ring was invented in Australia and uses pressure points to stop snoring. It must be worn on the pinky finger of the left hand. It creates a calming effect which, in theory, ensures a peaceful night’s sleep — with no snoring.
Some people swear by the snoring ring and claim it has stopped their snoring permanently. However others who have used it say it has done nothing at all. Worth a try if you’re curious!
Throat exercises
These exercises are not new and there is some evidence to show they are effective. The main problem with throat exercises is that the snorer actually has to do them for them to work well. Those who diligently practice the exercises daily report a noticeable reduction in their snoring and sometimes it has stopped completely. These exercises work by strengthening the tongue, throat and jaw which effectively ends soft tissue vibration.
To conclude it can be said that most anti snoring devices do not work for the majority of people. The only snoring aids I can recommend are the snoring exercises for those who do not wish to use a Cpap or resort to surgery.
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