Tag Archives: CPAP Machines

Humidifiers Demystified

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When you suffer from sleep apnea, a surefire solution is getting a CPAP machine. With its pump, mask, and tubes, the device sends air continuously along the tube into your mask, which keeps your airways open throughout the night. And that means a great night’s sleep. However, there may also be issues with sleep apnea machines. That…

Understanding CPAP

If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you may wonder what your treatment options are. If you have already made lifestyle changes with little to no success, your next choice may be to get a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine. You may be concerned about what it is and how it works; after all,…

Why you should invest in CPAP humidification

Winter has made its grand entrance over the past few weeks, a little ahead of schedule. And with the cold temperatures comes dry air. Many people own a humidifier that runs in certain rooms in their home (such as the bedroom) to inflict moisture in the air to make for a more comfortable living experience….

Sleep Apnea and Seasonal Allergies

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The snow is finally melting and spring has arrived! While you may be excited about the buzz of spring, you may find yourself suffering from seasonal allergies and/or flu like symptoms, just like many people around you may experience during big changes in weather and air pressure. For those with sleep apnea, this can affect…

What if I don’t like my machine or mask can I exchange it?

So you’ve been using your brand new CPAP mask for a few days now and you realize that it’s just not right for you. It’s not fitting you properly no matter how many times you have tried to adjust it, it feels uncomfortable and you just resent the fact that you are stuck with this…

Building your CPAP support team

There’s no question that starting to use a CPAP machine for the first time can be very overwhelming. And many first time CPAP users often give up on their device or take a long time to adjust to it. As underrated as this may sound, many CPAP users underestimate the value of having a support…

Are Sleep Apnea Machines Loud?

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Perhaps a better question is will noise from a CPAP machine wake someone up or keep them or their loved ones awake.  In short – no. A CPAP machine is a device that provides Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (hence the acronym).  This air pressure is the best known treatment for sleep apnea and snoring.  Snoring and sleep apnea are…

Is a CPAP machine covered by healthcare?

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What is CPAP? Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, often just called CPAP, is a system that uses light pressure to help keep a person’s airways open, particularly at night. It is typically used by those people who have breathing issues, including sleep apnea. The CPAP machine can include a mask that fits over your mouth and nose to prevent your…