Effects of Smart Goggles Used Before Bed on Objectively Measured Sleep and Self-Reported Anxiety, Stress, and Relaxation: A Pilot Study.

Background: Insufficient sleep is a problem affecting millions. Poor sleep can instigate or worsen anxiety and, conversely, anxiety can lead to or exacerbate poor sleep. Advances in innovative consumer products designed to promote relaxation and support healthy sleep are emerging and their effectiveness can be evaluated accurately using sleep measurement technologies in the home environment.

Sleeping in an Inclined Position to Reduce Snoring and Improve Sleep: In-home Product Intervention Study.

Background: Accurately and unobtrusively testing the effects of snoring and sleep interventions at home has become possible with recent advances in digital measurement technologies.

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of using an adjustable bed base to sleep with the upper body in an inclined position to reduce snoring and improve sleep, measured at home using commercially available trackers.

Methods: Self-reported snorers (N=25) monitored their snoring and sleep nightly and completed questionnaires daily for 8 weeks.