A breakdown of the various pieces of your CPAP machine and how they function together to help you sleep better and live your best life When you’re not sure what everything does, CPAP machines just might look like a crazy contraption out of a sci-fi movie or medical drama you’d see on TV. But the […]
A quick overview of everything you need to order your PAP therapy components in Canada Getting started with PAP therapy means purchasing a few different pieces of equipment. There’s the CPAP machine itself, the CPAP mask, tubes to connect the mask, filters, headgear, and more. But before you fill up a cart online or drop […]
If you’re experiencing discomfort with your CPAP mask, these tips can help! Mask discomfort and skin or nose irritation are leading reasons why people don’t use their CPAP machines as much as they should or, worse still, stop using their CPAP machine entirely! If you wake up with sores on your face, irritated skin, or […]
A look at the important considerations when determining the best mask for your needs Finding the right CPAP mask is one of the most critical factors to PAP therapy success. A mask that suits your face, sleep position, and personal preferences will provide a more pleasant experience from a comfort front. If you’re more comfortable, […]
Exploring the process, why you might consider a sleep study, and best practices for study success Testing is a required element of diagnosing sleep apnea and assessing symptoms. Depending on the area you live in and the severity of your sleep apnea symptoms, at-home sleep apnea testing might be available. However, in some cases, a […]
Why you might consider an at-home sleep study and what to expect during the process It wasn’t long ago that diagnosing sleep apnea required spending a night (or more) in a sleep lab while connected to an array of medical equipment—as if falling asleep in a strange bed wasn’t already hard enough. Today, at-home sleep […]
The how’s and why’s of ensuring safe, long-lasting performance from your CPAP machine and CPAP accessories It probably makes sense that a machine that blows into your airways for hours at a time should be kept clean and tidy. With proper cleaning and maintenance, the risk posed by CPAP machines and all those little corners […]
Five Considerations to Encourage CPAP Machine Usage and Optimize Comfort Consistent, proper usage of your CPAP machine greatly maximizes the benefits of PAP therapy in reducing sleep apnea symptoms and improving sleep quality and quality of life. Getting started with CPAP therapy might seem daunting with the various machine options available, multiple mask designs and […]
Examining how the various PAP therapies available compare to help you determine what might be best for you or your loved one’s treatment needs. According to the MSD Manual, 2 to 9% of adults suffer from sleep apnea. Fortunately, as awareness of this serious sleep condition has risen and technologies have improved, diagnosing and treating […]
Covering the types and known causes of sleep apnea to help you identify if this potentially serious sleep order is something you should worry about. The American Sleep Apnea Association estimates that as much as 80% of existing cases of Obstructive Sleep Apnea each year go undiagnosed. This means untold people are dealing with the […]