DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ALLEVIATING OF OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA AND SNORING

摘要

The present invention relates to snoring and obstructive sleep apnea prevention devices and methods. A device according to the invention comprises a suction cup (33) adapted to adhere a tongue (25) by vacuum suction, and an anchor (13) integral or coupled to the suction cup (33). The anchor (13) is adapted to fit in, around or outside a mouth (12) portion. During use of the device (11) the anchor (13) is fitted in, around or outside the mouth (12) portion and the suction cup (33) is adhered to the tongue (25). By this way at least part of the tongue (25) is resisted from moving posteriorly to obstruct an airway of a person.