Compare Side-Sleeping Solutions for Snoring & Sleep Apnea | Rematee
Comparison Guide
Side-Sleeping Solutions Compared
When snoring or positional sleep apnea occurs mainly on your back, positional therapy can help you stay comfortably on your side. Below is a clear comparison of the four most common options — including DIY fixes, CPAP, oral appliances, and the Rematee® Bumper Belt.
The Main Options at a Glance
A side-by-side comparison of the most common approaches used to prevent back-sleeping and improve airway stability.
| DIY Tennis Ball | CPAP Machine | Oral Appliance (MAD) | Rematee Bumper Belt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap but uncomfortable | Highly effective but intrusive | Repositions the jaw | Soft, adjustable, comfortable |
| No clinical support | Gold-standard therapy | Helpful for jaw-related obstruction | Supports positional therapy research |
| Hard to stay consistent | Mask + tubing required | Jaw soreness common | Easy nightly consistency |
| $ | $$$$ | $$$$ | $ |
Which Solution Is Right for You?
If your sleep study shows a much higher AHI on your back than on your side, a positional therapy solution may be the most comfortable and effective next step.
- Start with positional therapy if your AHI is lower when side-sleeping.
- Combine with CPAP if mask comfort or pressure needs vary by position.
- Add nasal or airway tools for additional relief.