Chin Restraint
The ResMed Chin Restraint is a product used with therapy to help individuals maintain a closed mouth during sleep. It is a soft, adjustable fabric strap that wraps around the back of the head and under the chin, supporting the jaw and preventing the mouth from opening. Its purpose is to reduce air leakage and improve the effectiveness of therapy for individuals who tend to breathe through their mouth.
The ResMed Chin Restraint is a product designed to help individuals maintain a closed mouth during sleep while using a machine or other respiratory devices. It is primarily used for individuals who breathe through their mouth while using a nasal mask or nasal pillows, as an open mouth can lead to air leakage and decreased effectiveness of the therapy.
The chin restraint is typically made of a soft and adjustable fabric material that wraps around the back of the head and under the chin. It is designed to gently hold the chin in an upward position, supporting the jaw and preventing it from dropping open during sleep.
The main purpose of the ResMed Chin Restraint is to promote effective therapy by ensuring that the pressurized air from the machine is delivered through the nose, maintaining a positive airway pressure and reducing air leakage. It can help improve the overall comfort and effectiveness of therapy for individuals who struggle with mouth breathing.
| Discontinued Status | No |
|---|---|
| Reference Only | No |
| Manufacturer | ResMed |
| Prescription required | No |