The\ntension in this\nband (called a chin strap) prevents the jaw from dropping open when the\npatient falls\nasleep and the jaw muscles relax.\nAir can, however, still escape through the lips resulting in a reduction in\nthe airway\npressure and a condition called 'dry mouth'.\nIn ...
Results: At the first visit there 35 chin strap users vs. 86 chin strap nonusers. The mean estimated AHI from the compliance card at first follow up was 4.7+5.2/hr. There were no significant differences in leak, residual AHI, compliance or ESS at the first visit (p=ns). However, on...