If you have been diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), then you may have lots of questions. What do I need to do to get better? How will my daily life be affected? And what exactly is OSA? Here is the scoop about the basics of OSA. First – what is it? OSA, also called…
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Do you like camping? Thinking of going this summer? But wait – you have sleep apnea and need to use a CPAP machine. If you think camping is out of the question, think again. Camping with your CPAP machine is not just possible, it’s a lot easier than you may realize. You can get lightweight…
Why Clean Your Mask Do you know one of the key components to a successful CPAP therapy? Keeping it clean. And cleaning your mask in particular is important. There are quite a few reasons why you should clean your mask regularly. First, creams, moisturizers, and just basic daily life will cause a greasy film to…
Have you been diagnosed with sleep apnea, or suspect that you suffer from it? If so, then a CPAP machine could be the recommended therapy for you. But do you know what CPAP is and how it can help your sleep and overall health? Here are some of the basics. What is sleep apnea? It…
We all know we want to sleep well. We know the health and productivity benefits. But how can we do this? These 9 secrets of good sleep hygiene will help you get the sleep you need: 2 – A dark room helps. Dark not only means good shades and blinds but covering any of the…
The snow has melted, the flowers are blooming, and the air feels warm and fresh – it must be spring! And sometimes, the new season ushers in some much needed spring cleaning. If you have sleep apnea and use a CPAP machine for your therapy, then spring is also a great time to make sure…
Do you wake up not feeling refreshed? Do you feel irritable, sluggish, and fatigued, regardless of how much sleep you get? Are you known to snore? Do you get headaches, and possibly feel down or depressed? If you said yes to most of these questions, then you may have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). OSA is a breathing…
Now that you have your CPAP machine, your line of defence is to use your machine every day. Better sleeps mean better health. But there’s more to CPAP life than merely using your machine. By understanding what your CPAP supplies have to offer, you can take advantage of the opportunities for comfort. Consider some of…
Take a look at your CPAP mask. You wear it every day, but have you ever thought about what it is made of? Generally, your mask cushion is made of silicon, which is a gentle material that usually does not irritate your skin. But that softer material also means that it has a shorter lifespan….
Do you have sleep apnea? Then you know how important it is to get a good night’s sleep. Sure, it is one thing to get a CPAP machine – it keeps your airways open when you sleep – but there is another significant factor involved in your treatment: how to integrate your CPAP therapy into…