Sleep apnea is a treatable medical
condition. There are self-help strategies and lifestyle modifications that can
reduce sleep apnea.
1. Bedtime
tips for preventing/reducing sleep apnea symptoms
·
Sleep on the side-Some patients snore or have sleep apnea
when sleeping on their back. Patients
can eliminate or reduce airway blockage simply by learning to sleep on their
side.
·
Prop the head up-Elevate the head of the bed by 4 to 6
inches, or elevate the body from the waist up by using a foam wedge or use a
special cervical pillow.
·
Open the nasal passages-Try to keep the nasal passages open at
night using a nasal dilator, saline spray, breathing strips or a neti pot.
2. Alternative
remedies for preventing/reducing sleep apnea symptoms
·
Singing can increase muscle control in the throat and soft palate,
reducing snoring and sleep apnea caused by lax muscles.
·
Throat and tongue exercises may reduce the severity of sleep apnea
symptoms by strengthening the muscles in the airway, making them less likely to
close.
For more information on your options for
sleep apnea, contact Dr. Anna Lee and her team today.
