Snoring Aids

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Anti-snoring devices range from the very simple, to the

somewhat complex. The majority of devices are available in drug

stores or through direct mail (postal or Internet/e-commerce).

The most common and effective devices and snoring aid are

described below.

• The “Sandler” Pillow™

A popular non-surgical device used to alleviate snoring is

called The Sandler pillow (named after its inventor). This

pillow, by design, compels the sleeper to sleep on his/her

side. Since sleeping on the side generally closes the mouth,

this can prevent some kinds of mild snoring from occurring (the

vibration is still there, but the snoring does not escape the

mouth).

• The Snore Ball

Invented in the early 20th century, the snore ball has

undergone a series of advancements, and modern versions are

available today. Snore balls are devices that the snorer puts

on their back while sleeping (i.e. putting it in a pouch on the

back of their pajamas). When these people move to sleep on their

back – and thus generally open their mouths while the sleep and

emit loud snoring – the snore ball gives them a wake up call of

discomfort.

As you can easily imagine, the snore ball is not the most

painless of options; yet for some people, it’s all they need;

particularly for those who don’t toss and turn a lot during

sleep, and simply need a bit of a nudge to return back to a

side-sleeping position.

Some people actually construct their own snore balls out of

tennis balls, golf balls, baseballs, or anything that can

reasonably fit into a pajama pocket. Over time, many people who

use snore balls find that they habitually sleep on their side,

and hence, the snore ball becomes redundant and can be saved

for the next snorer in the family!

• Sleep Position Monitor

These interesting electronic devices aren’t quite as painful as

sleep balls can be, but they endeavor to achieve the same goal.

A beeping noise begins to emit whenever a snorer shifts to

where they are sleeping on their back (and hence the mouth

typically opens and more/louder snoring occurs).

Of course, this beeping can be rather annoying to those in the

home that aren’t snoring. However, just like snore balls, sleep

position monitors are meant to create new habits, and can be

removed once a snorer habitually begins to sleep on their side.

• Nasal Strips

Nasal strips, which are used to widen the nasal valve and thus

open up the airway to the throat and lungs, are extremely

popular anti-snoring remedies. These strips are made (usually)

of plastic, adhere to the nose, and are worn throughout the

night. Some people may notice that football players, hockey

players, and basketball players wear nasal strips while

performing their sport, in order to keep the airway open and

promote maximum respiration efficiency.

Nasal strips are available without a prescription, are applied

topically and thus have no internal impact (i.e. they are not

medicated), and can be cost effective when purchased in bulk.

Some non-snorers have actually begun using nasal strips after

their snoring partners found relief through them; generally

speaking, they can help promote better airflow and are often

recommended by doctors for patients looking for more restful

sleep and/or better respiration efficiency. (More oxygen

intake, more carbon dioxide expulsion).

• Nasal Dilators

Nasal dilators are most often made of plastic or stainless

steel coil, and are inserted into the nostrils during sleep.

The impact of these dilators is that they help keep the airway

open (similar to nasal strips), and thus cut down on vibration

that leads to snoring.

• Throat Sprays

Throat Sprays work somewhat like saline sprays, yet instead of

salt water, they deliver natural lubricating oils to the back

of the throat. This can dramatically reduce the amount of

vibrations that occur in the trachea during sleep, and thus

effectively diminish (if not outright end) snoring.

Similar to nasal strips, throat sprays are fairly low cost,

mobile, and can be purchased in bulk. It should also be noted

that throat sprays, if used too frequently, can actually cause

throat irritation. This can ironically lead to more snoring!

As such, users to ensure that the follow the recommended daily

dose, and resist exceeding them without approval of a medical

professional (or perhaps, upon a doctors recommendation,

upgrading to a more potent throat spray).

• Snore Stopper™

A rather effective non-surgical anti-snoring device that has a

lot of people buzzing is called the Snore Stopper. There are a

few variations of this device:

• it can be worn around the arm, and provides a little jab of

electricity (feels like a small pinch) when the sound of

snoring is sensed

• It can be worn around the wrist instead of the arm (but the

same pinch is there!)

• It can be used to stimulate tongue muscles, which forces them

to contract; and ultimately, to open up the airway (at least a

little).

Ongoing studies on the effectiveness of electronic stimulators

are further verifying their effectiveness and suitability for

all snorers.

About The Author: If you're looking for other ways to help stop

snoring visit http://www.yoursnoringsite.com right away.

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