Demystifying the Sleep CenterIf you are like me (frightening thought, I am sure), you like to know what to expect. And your expectations are a...reactionscomments
'Sorry, I Can’t Stay Over' Versus Showing Friends My CPAP for the First TimeBefore I had my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, I would avoid staying over at anyone’s house because of how loud...reactions2comments
ASV: A Specialized Treatment for Central Sleep ApneaIf you’ve been diagnosed with central sleep apnea (CSA), you may be surprised to learn you won’t be using continuous positive airway...reactions10comments
The Good and Bad of Nasal PillowsI am going to start off by saying I love my nasal pillows. For me, they are so much better than a...reactions5comments
Can Children Have Sleep Apnea?One of the biggest misconceptions is that sleep apnea is only for overweight adult males. The fact is that sleep apnea can...reactionscomments
Your Persistent Dry Mouth May Not Be CPAP RelatedPositive airway pressure (PAP) therapy and masks are frequently the first go-to culprit in everyone’s mind for why they have such a...reactions3comments
Can MMA Knock Out Sleep Apnea?I have found very few treatments for sleep apnea that can be considered true cures. CPAPs, mandibular advancement devices, and Inspire implants all...reactions2comments
Things to Consider When Traveling with a CPAPIt’s been some time since I have traveled anywhere with an overnight stay. You see, I have severe allergies, chronic obstructive pulmonary...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Hardest Thing About Sleeping With CPAPLearning to comfortably sleep with a mask on your face is no easy task. However, for many people, CPAP is truly the...reactionscomments
Most Common Mistakes When Starting CPAP TherapyIt’s going to be easy! I wish I had realized in the beginning that it was going to take time to adjust...reactions2comments
What’s the Best Day to Have a Sleep Study?What’s the best day to have a sleep study? As a sleep technologist, I would argue Monday through Thursday would be the...reactionscomments
Stuffy Nose With a CPAP and What I Do About ItGetting used to sleeping with a mask on your face is difficult in itself. But, what about when you are sick or...reactions9comments
When It Comes to Your Mask, a Lot of Things MatterThe mask is the one thing that everyone will tell you makes the biggest difference in how successful someone is using their...reactions3comments
Tongue Twisters - My Journey With Myofunctional TherapyI became interested in myofunctional therapy when I discovered it could help with sleep apnea. My sleep apnea was diagnosed 12 years...reactions1comment
How Long Does It Take to Get Used to CPAP?Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are one of the most common treatments for sleep apnea. While CPAP can be very effective...reactions14comments
Changes in My HealthAfter a number of years with sleep apnea, I've made peace with my CPAP. When I am ready to go to sleep...reactionscomments
What Advocacy Means to MeI have always been an advocate throughout my life. I have grown accustomed to speaking up for those not often heard. It...reactions3comments
Seeing the Effects of CPAP TreatmentWhen I first started using my CPAP, I had limited expectations. All I really wanted the machine to do was help me...reactions1comment
Sleep Apnea Myths and MisconceptionsLike many chronic health conditions, sleep apnea comes with its own set of misconceptions that we have to deal with and educate...reactionscomments
Test Your Knowledge! How Much Do You Know About Sleep Apnea?Sleep apnea is the most common sleep disorder related to breathing. While the effects on breathing occur during sleep, the effects on...reactionscomments
