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  • 1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center, San Antonio, TX 78236, USA.

Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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This study found no objective or subjective benefits from popular noninvasive snoring aids, including oral sprays, nasal strips, and head-positioning pillows, compared to no treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Sleep Medicine
  • Otolaryngology

Background:

  • Snoring is a common issue affecting sleep quality for patients and bed partners.
  • Numerous noninvasive treatments are marketed to reduce or eliminate snoring.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of three popular noninvasive snoring aids: an oral spray, nasal strips, and a head-positioning pillow.
  • To compare these aids against a no-treatment control using objective and subjective measures.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective, randomized, blinded clinical trial was conducted.
  • Forty patients with snoring participated, using acoustic analysis and questionnaires over one week in their home environment.

Main Results:

  • No significant objective or subjective improvements in snoring were observed with any of the tested aids compared to no treatment.

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  • Key metrics such as palatal snoring, loudness, flutter frequency, and respiratory disturbance index remained unchanged.

    • Conclusions:

    • This is the first prospective trial comparing these popular noninvasive snoring aids.
    • The studied anti-snoring aids did not demonstrate significant efficacy in reducing snoring.
    • Outcome studies are crucial for validating claims of over-the-counter snore remedies.