For those who have sleep apnea or who snore, a new product has just been introduced to the public: SnoreSling.

SnoreSling uses lightweight, breathable material that slings the head and chin, possibly more comfortably than the  plastic mask of a CPAP machine.

Take it from one who knows: the mask and tubing of a CPAP machine can be cumbersome, although the CPAP works by forcing air into the nose of the patient, encouraging their continuous breathing throughout the night.  If you need this prescription-based product for a good night’s rest, the SnoreSling may not be for you.

However, some people with sleep apnea may benefit from this product, which reminds me of the slings used for patients of plastic surgery.

It may be worth a try.

Photo Credit: DrSleepGood

I have sleep apnea and I treat it with the help of a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine.

It’s brilliant, really. The machine forces air into your nose to keep the airway open during sleep. Your doctor actually “prescribes” the amount of pressure for you, based on the data gathered from your sleep study.

Of course, one uses a mask to do this. Which could be uncomfortable at best.

My own mask does not cover my mouth. I’ve been using it for a little over five years. The masks come in different sizes; even the petite one I buy is a touch too large for my face. This causes gaps during the night.

Noisy. I can snore. Or whine, like wind through a small tunnel. Or gurgle.

Drives my husband crazy.

I’m due for a visit to the doctor, to review my CPAP’s prescription. But I’m also going to check out what’s new out there for me in terms of masks. Perhaps if my mouth were also covered, I wouldn’t drive my husband quite so crazy.

Plus the whole contraption may work more efficiently in helping me to get my precious sleep.

Photo Credit: ~Twon~