Sleep Apnea

Treatments for Obstructive Apneas, Tongue Retaining Device

Posted on 12. Dec, 2009 by admin.

The tongue-retaining device (TRD) is made of soft plastic and consists of a tongue-sized suction cup that is supposed to pull the tongue forward and hold it in that position. It is gripped by the teeth and held in place during sleep (Figure 7.5).
Many people who have used the TRD in experiments have found it [...]

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