View it or purchase it online at www.CPAPSupplyUSA.com - This video, presented by ResMed - the manufacturers of the advanced S9 series of CPAP and VPAP machines, shows the noise levels and quietness features of your machine.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
CPAP, BiPAP, and Auto Servo Ventilation (Auto SV) Explained
CPAP, BiPAP, and Auto Servo Ventilation (Auto SV) Explained. Explore some of these complicated topics. Free CPAP Information and advice. Visit www.freecpapadvice.com for all videos in a well organized format for easy viewing and an overall better experience with much more information.
Friday, December 16, 2011
Sleep Apnea Supplies
Sleep apnea is characterized by interruptions in breath called apneas. It causes your breathing to become shallow or even stop. This pause lasts for 10-20 seconds and occurs 20-30 times or more in an hour. The most common type of sleep apnea is the Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) where enough air cannot flow through the nose or mouth and the air passage is blocked. The second type is the Central Sleep Apnea (CSA) that is caused due to anomalies in the brain?s commands for breathing.
Sleep apnea is treated with the help of a piece of equipment called Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). Other machines like Variable Positive Airway Pressure (VPAP) and Automatic Positive Airway Pressure (APAP) are also used. Some of the companies that manufacture these pieces of equipment are Respironics, Puritan Bennett, Fisher & Paykel, ResMed, Tiara and Viasys.
Respironics manufactures them under the brand name Remstar, Puritan Bennett uses the name Good Night and ResMed are the manufacturers of Auto Set Vantage.
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure equipment generates air at a constant pressure using a compressor. The pressure varies from person to person. This air is pumped to the person through a headgear that is worn by him covering his nose and mouth. These breathing aids are available in the price range of 9 - 0. Those with humidifiers cost more and those without humidifiers are less expensive.
Variable Positive Airway Pressure or VPAP equipment is also known as BiPAP. It uses an electronic circuit to monitor a person?s breathing and it provides different air pressures for inhalation and exhalation, inhalation having the higher one. This equipment is usually used on patients with other respiratory illnesses apart from apnea. The BiPAP machines are priced 00 upwards. The models with humidifiers cost more.
Automatic Positive Airway Pressure or APAP is the most advanced form of apnea treatment. It includes pressure sensors and a computer that continuously monitors the person?s breathing and increases or decreases the pressure accordingly. The average price of APAP machine ranges from 0 to 0. As with the other models those with humidifiers cost more.
The accessories needed for using sleep apnea treatment equipment include a headgear, nasal mask and humidifier. Some persons experience the drying up of the mucous membrane. The humidifier is used to bring back the moisture. The nasal mask and headgear are used to provide pressurized air to the person. The nasal mask is priced at around 0- 0. Nowadays machines having only a nasal mask are available. This is more convenient than the traditional headgear that covers that whole head and causes discomfort.
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Saturday, November 12, 2011
10 Side Effects of the CPAP Machine
The CPAP machine will help with your apnea. Unfortunately it is not the most comfortable thing in the world. Here are 10 symptoms to expect and what to do about them.
1. Claustrophobia - Having the mask on will probably be uncomfortable, especially initially. Use it as much as you can bear to begin with, but try to increase the duration each night. It can help to challenge, and maybe even reward yourself if you make it through the night
Don't use straps that are too tight. Use it while awake, in the hours before bedtime to get used to the sensations. Anti-anxiety drugs may help if things get unbearable - ask your doctor if this option is for you.
2. Blocked nose or irritation - The CPAP machine air is very dry. The air may cause a response in the delicate nasal areas, often a dripping nose, sneezing, blockages or stinging. You might also have occasional bleeding from the nose. Humidification of the air, which your machine may be able to do can help with these symptoms. If your machine doesn't have this feature, find one that does.
3. A mask that fits poorly or loses pressure - There are masks in all sorts of shapes, from full face to nostrils only; many come in different sizes as well. Try a range of masks until you find the best one for you. The CPAP helps with your symptoms but isn't a cure; you may need to wear the mask every night for a long time. Find one that fits properly
Facial hair like beards and moustaches along and dirty oily skin may stop the seal from being properly air tight. Take care of your face and the mask and the performance may well improve.
4. No improvements - It can be disheartening when the CPAP machine interrupts your night. Try to remember the positive aspects of the treatment, consider keeping a diary nad record if headaches lessen or you feel less tired in the morning. Goals or personal competitions can help to keep the mask on. If the sleep apnea is not improving after a period of months consult your health professional
5. Unable to nose breath - Sleep apnea is relieved by pressure to the throat behind the nose. If you can't breath through your nose than it may not be effective. Surgery may be needed if there is an underlying problem with your nasal passages. Over the counter medication to help with flu symptoms may also be effective. There are a range of full face masks that may be more suited to you
6. Pressure and headaches - You need to allow the pressure from the machine to escape from your bodies cavities. Normally air will go through the ear, however if you have a cold or flu the blockage may prevent this. Use of the machine may need to be halted until the symptoms clear
7. Bloating - You should not experience an excess of air in your stomach while using the machine. Flatten your sleeping alignment so that air is not blocked in the throat. Use only 1 pillow. The pressure may also be set too high
8. Noise - Older models can have a distinct humming or vibration. Keep the machine as far away from you as physically possible if it's disturbing. Newer models are much quieter
9. Interfering with the tube - Knocking or tangling the cords and tubes can be one of the most annoying problems. The more you use the CPAP machine the better you will get at sleeping with it. Use blankets to keep obstructions away from you and position the machine where it will be more difficult to hit.
10. Removing the mask at night - Don't remove the mask during the sleeping hours. Disconnect the apparatus from the machine. If you leave the mask on for these night tasks you will probably start using it again.
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