Stop Snoring with Compression Stockings by: Susan Bilheimer
Results of a new study have opened the door to a simple,
effective treatment for snoring and sleep apnea: compression
stockings. Researchers found that when snoring and sleep apnea
sufferers wore compression stockings during their waking hours
as well as at night, their sleep greatly improved. The stockings
worn in the study were the same kind commonly used to treat leg
swelling, circulatory problems, and varicose veins. While
snoring can be just a minor nuisance caused by such factors as
allergies, sinus problems, or being overweight, Dr. Salim Dib,
chief of neurology at University of Miami Hospital’s Sleep
Division, says, “Snoring is often a sign of a more serious
problem, like obstructive sleep apnea.” The Association for
Respiratory Care estimates 18 million Americans suffer from
sleep apnea, a disorder in which the throat muscles collapse
during sleep. As the passageway narrows, breathing becomes
increasingly restricted and may even stop for 10