Are There Any Anti Snoring Devices That Really Work?

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

The anti snore pillow is ergonomically designed to keep the airways open by supporting the user’s neck, keeping the soft palate away from the throat. Some of them will force the user to sleep on his side which will stop many people from snoring. Other pillows have magnets included which are reported to reduce pain. However the is no solid evidence to show any reduction of snoring by using these pillows, although by forcing the user to sleep on his side, they would work for some people.

Nasal strips

These sticky strips force open the nasal passages allowing the snorer to breath through his nose instead of his mouth. These strips could work to stop snoring only if nasal congestion was the cause in the first place.

There are also devices to insert inside the nose to keep the nasal passages open. These also work to alleviate congestion, although they do tend to fall out frequently.

Throat spray

Throat sprays usually contain aromatherapy oils and help to lubricate and tone the soft tissue around the throat, supposedly stopping them from vibrating.

There is little evidence that throat sprays work but they may help to clear congestion.

Nasal sprays

Nasal sprays for snoring work to keep the nasal passages clear of congestion so that the snorer is less inclined to breathe 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

These mainly aims to reduce swelling and congestion in the nose and throat passages. The natural ones are plant based and some also contain anti histamines. Again these may be of value to those who snore due to congestion.

Snoring ring

The snoring ring was invented in Australia and uses pressure points to stop snoring. It is worn on the small finger of the left hand. The ring works by creating a calming effect which allows a deep sleep without 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. The jury is still out on this one!

Throat exercises

Throat exercises have been around for a while and there is a solid body of evidence to their effectiveness. Throat exercises do demand a little bit of effort for them to work. However, those that persevere and do the exercises have reported a reduction and sometimes complete elimination of their snoring. These exercises work by strengthening the tongue, throat and jaw which effectively ends soft tissue vibration.

In conclusion most anti snoring devices may work for some people but for most they’re a waste of money. The snoring exercises I would recommend for those reluctant to use a Cpap machine or undergo surgery.