Self Care Tips for Jaw Related Airway Obstruction

The following suggestions may help reduce or prevent snoring and sleep apnea:

Behavioral Changes

• Minimize exercise before sleep
• Limit pre-sleep work projects
• Sleep with head elevated
• Avoid large meals before bedtime
• Decrease noise and light
• Avoid nightly conflict

Health Enhancement

• Optimize body weight
• Exercise daily
• Minimize sugar, caffeine and alcohol
• Practice pre-sleep relaxation techniques

Postural Correction

• Sleep on your side
• Sleep with head elevated and neck supported

Non-Prescription Medication

• Limit sleep aids to natural herbs