If you have a problem with snoring, you may find that it can be almost entirely eradicated with the correctly chosen snoring aid. This is because the mechanisms which govern snoring are widely understood and easily influenced.
The benefits of these Anti Snoring Aids can be startling, especially for someone who has previously had to suffer in silence as you slumber away, making a sound that keeps them awake. It is worth mentioning that if you are finding you have a chronic problem with snoring, there may be some underlying issue, such as Sleep Apnea, or complications in the airways related to obesity. It is not the intent of this article to make you overlook these underlying health concerns which may be there. If you feel you have a medical problem it is almost always the best idea to ask a doctor. It is possible, however, to use these techniques or devices to alleviate the problems of snoring, whilst a long-term solution is sought.
For a lot of people, their snoring is caused by simple bad posture, often in the head and neck. This may be because they are sleeping on their back, or with their head at an angle on the pillow. This can be analogous to a garden hose being forced round a bend it doesn’t want to go- at that blockage point, a build-up of pressure is caused, leading to increased airflow across the soft tissues of the mouth. These vibrations are what we then term snoring.
An obvious solution to this is to keep the head elevated. An Anti Snoring Pillow will work well in this respect. These are usually made of a soft but resistant foam, and are designed to give the head and neck adequate support, keeping the windpipe and jaw aligned. These can take a while to get used to, but are not as restrictive as they might sound- they’re usually just a wedge shape which keeps your head tilted slightly upwards. If you’re the kind of person who moves around a bit in your sleep, there is also the ‘cradle’ variation on this, which keep the head from moving from side to side.
Another snoring aid is the nasal strip, or nasal dilator. There are two types of this device, one internal and one external. The more common external version is a small plastic strip with a rigid elastic spine to it which is coated with adhesive on one side, and is designed to fit onto the bridge of the nose, curving round to cover the nostrils. The elastic spine then pulls the nasal passages outwards, this making it easier to breathe through the nose. The internal version is like a plug which sits inside the nose, and performs the same role from within. In general, the external strips are seen as a little more comfortable, but some people find they benefit from the internal version more. As with anything, it’s a matter of personal choice.
There are also sprays which are designed to either clear blockages in the nose (if you are a nasal snorer) or are for helping to tighten the skin inside the mouth, making vibration less likely. These can be of use, but often do not address central aspects of the problem, and can wear off after time.
The last type of snoring aid out there is the physical supports- mouth guards and jaw protectors. These are designed to hold either the tongue or the jaw in one position, thus keeping the airways open.
As you have seen, there are a wide array of snoring aids available, and as with anything in life, the most important thing is to find what works for you.
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