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The Difference Between CPAP and BiPAP
CPAP therapy is typically the go-to therapy for patients that suffer from sleep apnea, but it’s not the only kind. While it’s the most common type of treatment, some patients need less air pressure than others. These patients benefit from CPAP therapy, but they would receive more of a benefit from a BiPAP device. Instead of continuous air pressure keeping their airways open, these patients receive bilevel air pressure allowing them to exhale against a lower pressure. At first glance, these two types of therapies seem very similar. However, there... Read more...
Here's How to Monitor Your CPAP Compliance
We've talked a lot about CPAP compliance and the advantages of staying on top of your usage as recommended by your sleep doctors. Not only does proper compliance ensure your therapy is as effective as possible, it helps your insurance provider cover your costs, potentially saving you thousands in the long run. But how exactly can you and your sleep doctors monitor your compliance? What options do you have for accessing your key compliance data and reporting it to your doctors and your insurance providers? It turns out you have... Read more...
The Best Way to Clean Your CPAP Equipment
To get the most in comfort and performance from your CPAP therapy, it's key to keep your equipment clean. If you don't, you risk the buildup of harmful mold or bacteria, which can cause infections along with respiratory discomfort or even illness.  Don't let your CPAP equipment make you sick or wear out too quickly! It can cost both your money and your health. We've shared some simple tips to help you clean your device, as well as a device that makes maintenance and cleaning even easier.   Cleaning the... Read more...
How to Handle Dry Mouth During CPAP Therapy
Dry mouth is a problem some CPAP users experience, especially those who are just getting started with their therapy. It can also be a more common issue for people using nasal masks or nasal pillows. Not only is it uncomfortable and irritating, it could be a sign your CPAP therapy isn't working as effectively as it could be. The good news is that there's a range of things you can do to get rid of dry mouth and help ensure you are getting the most effective therapy for your needs.... Read more...
Here's What You Need to Know About CPAP Compliance
"CPAP compliance" could seem like a confusing term at first, but it's really all about making sure your CPAP therapy is as consistent and effective as possible. That means finding the right equipment, air pressure, headgear, mask, and mask liners to ensure comfortable sleep along with a personalized treatment plan that works for you.  This means that you'll work directly with your sleep doctor or therapist to learn how to get the most from your therapy and to figure out a daily and nightly routine that set you up for... Read more...
How Much Does a CPAP Machine Cost with Insurance?
When people are diagnosed with sleep apnea, many wonder if their health insurance will pay for their CPAP therapy. How much will a CPAP machine and supplies cost, and is it all covered by insurance? It's an important question, because it can all really add up if your insurance isn't going to help. The good news is that most health insurance plans cover CPAP costs, as long as you remain in CPAP compliance. That means all you have to do is follow your sleep doctor's instructions and keep up with... Read more...
Use Our Sleep Hygiene Checklist for Better Sleep
Many people across the globe struggle to sleep. Some are reliant on CPAP medical technology and others are just stressed. While most of us take care to keep up with our daily hygiene tasks like bathing, washing hands, and brushing teeth; many people don't know that there are also many tasks and habits related to sleep hygiene. That's right— things you do during the day and evening can have a great effect on your sleep quality! With that in mind, we've created this guide and checklist to help you understand how... Read more...
How to Get a CPAP Prescription
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes sufferers to stop breathing repeatedly while sleeping, causing frequent awakenings during the night and many other symptoms of poor sleep quality. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is an effective treatment for many people who suffer from sleep apnea. It uses CPAP masks to help sufferers sleep through the night and can even reduce or eliminate the symptoms and negative health effects sleep apnea can cause. So, if you think you might have sleep apnea, you might be wondering how you can get... Read more...
What are the Different Types of Sleep Apnea?
Most people have heard of sleep apnea, and many know of a friend or family member who suffers from it. But, its causes and symptoms are often misunderstood. There are three main types of sleep apnea, each with its own unique physiological characteristics, risk factors, and treatments. Understanding sleep apnea at a deeper level is key to getting the right treatment to reduce or even avoid its symptoms. Treatment options for sleep apnea include masks.  First, What Is Sleep Apnea, Anyway? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that's fairly common—affecting... Read more...
What are the Effects of Untreated Sleep Apnea?
As many as 22 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep apnea. But, did you know that 80% of sleep apnea sufferers go undiagnosed and untreated? That means there's millions of people out there who have difficulty sleeping that could cause a long list of other health and safety problems. These problems could be improved by doctor-prescribed treatments involving the use of CPAP medical equipment and sleep apnea masks. If you or someone you know believe you have sleep apnea, be sure to ask your doctor about CPAP therapy and learn more about... Read more...
Here are Some Home Remedies for Sleepless Nights
Trouble sleeping is an issue that's all too common for people these days, as 1 in 3 people suffers from at least mild forms of insomnia, and as many as 10% of people have chronic insomnia disorder. This leads to difficulty sleeping and many sleepless nights for many people all over the country. For those with chronic sleep issues that require a comfortable CPAP mask and individuals who are too stressed to sleep, it's understandable to want to find some kind of home remedy to supplement your sleep cycle. So,... Read more...
How to Choose a Travel CPAP Machine
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines help people suffering from sleep apena to sleep through the night. Since using a CPAP machine consistently is part of a doctor-prescribed treatment for sleep apnea, it's very important for CPAP users to use their equipment as instructed. That often means using their CPAP machine most nights or even every single night. This can be challenging for CPAP users who are traveling, as standard CPAP medical equipment is often large, bulky, and difficult to pack, transport, and set up outside of the home. That can make it very... Read more...