Stephanie Dula

There is a popular rumor that CPAP machines are uncomfortable and cumbersome, when in reality personal CPAP success stories are unmatched. CPAP therapy is the must successful way to manage sleep apnea and often patients feel as if it gives them their lives back.

Am I required to use my CPAP humidifier all year around? Should I stop during the warmer summer months and only use it during winter? Does it really help with my sleep therapy? How do I know when to use and not to use it? These are a few common questions asked by patients using a CPAP.

The CPAP machine makes it possible for those with sleep apnea and other serious respiratory challenges to finally get a good night’s rest. There are some essential CPAP machine features that make the device more comfortable to use. This is your guide to what these pieces are and how they can work in your favor.

If you’ve been using a BiPAP to treat sleep apnea, you might be wondering why can’t find a mask made specifically for your BiPAP machine. Well, the answer is simple, all CPAP masks are technically BiPAP masks because they are designed to work with any CPAP or BiPAP machine. However, the two machines do have a few important differences.

Some may think that Sleepytime tea can be a natural way to induce sleep, but is this true? Most Sleepytime teas contain chamomile, a medicinal herb used for its calming properties. Chamomile has been used to relieve stress and fatigue, and it may help relax you in preparation for a good night's sleep.

The CPAP mask is one of the most important parts of the CPAP machine as a whole. It is considered the interface between the sleep apnea patient and the machine which helps that patient breathe properly. Choosing the right mask is vital to improving the CPAP experience, as well as getting the most out of sleep apnea therapy. What happens if the mask is comfortable for a while, but you wake up with red marks on your face? This is a common occurrence that has a couple of main causes and is easy to remedy.

While it might seem logical to only replace components of your CPAP machine when they appear dirty or worn, there are many reasons to proactively care for and replace supplies on schedule. The air filter on your CPAP machine is responsible for respiratory health, so keeping the filter in top shape should be a priority for the well-being of anyone who deals with sleep apnea.

Anyone who has used a CPAP machine long enough to go through a seasonal change is fully aware that the weather has a direct effect on the temperature and humidity. When the weather changes from warmer to colder, the humidity may be low, but in the tubing of your CPAP machine it is high, especially if you use a heated humidifier with your CPAP machine.

As it gets a little colder this time of year, you may notice that the air is becoming dry, which can become a nuisance to those using a CPAP machine to treat sleep apnea. Just as you have gotten used to the sound and feeling of sleeping with your machine running, now you notice a sore throat or dry nose. Have no fear — CPAPSupplies.com may have your remedy!

Are you dragging yourself through your day by chugging caffeinated beverage after caffeinated beverage or driving with the radio blaring to keep you from nodding off? Does your work day seem longer today than it did yesterday? Are you finding it harder and harder to make it through the work week?