Traveling can be an exhilarating experience, offering new sights, sounds, and adventures. But for individuals with sleep apnea, sometimes the thought of leaving the comfort and the familiar environment of their sleep setup can be a hassle. With careful planning and practical travel tips, you can manage sleep apnea effectively while on the go and enjoy your travels to the fullest!
Sleep therapy is a life-changing treatment for those with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea, and even mild sleep apnea. To maintain the effectiveness of your CPAP therapy and ensure optimal safety of your treatment, it’s crucial to follow a regular replacement schedule for individual CPAP supplies. Here’s a detailed guide to help you stay on track with the best resupply setup. Check out these useful tips for the best and most restful sleep.
Whether you’re interested in learning about the fascinating science of sleep or just want to find out how to get better sleep each night, there is a wide selection of helpful resources to choose from. We’ve pulled together 8 of the best sleep books we’ve found to answer all your burning questions about how to finally get some shut-eye. While some of these books rely on similar research, they all have their own distinct flavor. Browse the descriptions to find a volume that speaks to you. Happy reading!
During that critical time in CPAP therapy when you are becoming accustomed to your air pressure, one of the most important things to get right is the fit of your new mask. It could make the difference between continuing sleep apnea treatment and giving up. The fact is, there are several types of masks for several different types of breathers and everyone takes to treatment differently. Our CPAP Mask Fitting Guide can help, as well as the practical tips and tricks below.
As a new sleep apnea patient, it’s natural and sensible to research the least invasive (and least expensive!) treatment options to try first. This blog wants to close the case for you on the best sleep position for sleep apnea, best positions to keep heartburn and GERD at bay, and also teach you what positions to avoid for the sake of your overall quality of life.
Our body temperature plays a big factor in our sleep quality, something you probably already know if you’re a hot sleeper. And sleep temperature is dependent on a lot of things besides the thermostat setting. Hormonal changes, menopause symptoms, and medical conditions can all play a part. In this article, we’ll explain how to regulate our sleep environment in conjunction with our natural body heat to find an ideal sleep temperature.
Your CPAP mask is the primary interface between you and your CPAP device, and it might just be the biggest factor in determining how well you are able to adjust to your sleep apnea treatment. It works hard night after night and over time its performance can be weakened by normal wear and tear. Learn exactly how and when to replace your CPAP mask to get the most out of your CPAP therapy.
This article has been medically reviewed by Dr. Carleara Weiss.
If you’ve owned a CPAP machine longer than a day, you’ve probably wished for a quicker and easier way to clean your supplies and accessories. CPAP cleaning machines promise to do that for you with the simple push of a button, but do these sanitizing machines really work? Will they replace regularly cleaning by hand? And which is better, ozone or UV light?
Today, we’ll answer some of your biggest questions about CPAP cleaners, and who really needs one. Then if you decide a CPAP cleaner is right for you, read on to explore the best CPAP cleaners available in 2022!
For most people, undergoing a sleep study and getting diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a pretty big deal. As with most chronic conditions, the treatment will involve some major lifestyle changes. Losing weight, stopping smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and other measures can certainly help reduce the severity of OSA. But if you’re doctor has recommended you get treated with CPAP therapy, the biggest change you’ll need to get used to is using the equipment consistently. But don’t worry! If you’re a little (or a lot) nervous, you’re not alone. We’ve pulled together some insights on how to cope.
