Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

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AAARGH
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Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

Post by AAARGH » Sat Oct 06, 2012 2:18 pm

The chin strap my provider gave me, while adjustable and not too tight, does not breathe at all. I sweat underneathe and it becomes pretty uncomfortable. I have read a few posts about chin straps and done some internet investigation, but there seems to be a lack of focus / information on breathability.

Can anyone recommend a chin strap that is adjustable AND breathes?????
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Re: Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

Post by chunkyfrog » Sat Oct 06, 2012 4:46 pm

Not sure if this one is still around, but it was discussed awhile back.
I don't think it has neoprene in it.
http://sleepapneasolutionsinc.com/

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Re: Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

Post by archangle » Sat Oct 06, 2012 5:54 pm

I use a 3 inch non-adhesive Ace bandage. Looped around my head 3 times and secured into a loop with safety pins.

It's cheap and fairly breathable. Might be worth a try.

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Re: Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

Post by kaiasgram » Sun Oct 07, 2012 2:00 am

Another idea, though not a total solution, is to cut a piece of 100% cotton fabric and put it in the chin cup part as a liner (you don't have to sew it, just tuck it in place). At least you get some absorbency with that.

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Re: Which Chin Strap for someone who sweats?

Post by squid13 » Sun Oct 07, 2012 10:28 am

chunkyfrog wrote:Not sure if this one is still around, but it was discussed awhile back.
I don't think it has neoprene in it.
http://sleepapneasolutionsinc.com/
I tried this one and it didn't work for me and true to his word I sent it back and got my money back. So you have a 30 day guarantee to send it back and get your money back.

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