The Mask-Fitting Process...In the sleep center, there’s a portion of the sleep study we call "the desensitization." This process is where I, or the technician doing the test, will fit you with...reactions3comments
The Oral Argument for Collaboration...Like most people, I think about going to the dentist when I need my teeth cleaned. I never realized that a dentist could be helpful in treating sleep apnea, until...reactions1comment
Help, My Power Is Out!...Oh my! It’s bedtime and all of a sudden, the power goes out. Your cell phone is charged, so you have your alarm clock for the morning. You have a...reactions7comments
When Having a Big Heart Can Be Dangerous: The Apnea Connection...It seems there should be no downside to having a big heart. Compassion and love are widely embraced qualities in all cultures. However, when it comes to the physical properties...reactions3comments
Anyone hear about inspire sleep apnea therapy?...Was wondering if anyone has or knows about it....reactions3repliesTreatment
Tips for Dealing With Claustrophobia...Who knew I would have issues with claustrophobia when I started my PAP (positive airway pressure) journey? Certainly not me. I was somewhat familiar with the equipment having worked in...reactions10comments
Managing After a Bad Night’s Sleep...I feel so lucky to have received my sleep apnea diagnosis and prescribed my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine at such a young age. I was in my early...reactions3comments
Troubleshooting Your CPAP Mask Issues...Becoming a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) user means you will at some point have a mask issue. I’ll take you through my most common mask issues and how I’ve...reactions4comments
Helpful idea for apnea, reflux and snoring...So I tried the cpap route and couldn’t do it, after 3 machines and 15 masks I finally gave up. What I did learn however is incline therapy. Avana SuperSlant...reactions3repliesTips & Advice
The Sleep Doctor...Seeing a sleep doctor at the big clinic was so surprising. My turn was next. I wasn’t in a hurry. Thankfully, I was able to drop off my CPAP machine...reactions2comments
Cpap dry throat & mouth...I have the majority of time dry throat & mouth when using my cpap machine many of nights....reactions7repliesCPAP
Best Places You Can Buy CPAP Supplies, Parts, and Spares...Once you’re diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you’ll be prescribed treatment – most likely a form of positive airway pressure (PAP). PAP includes a machine with tubing, a humidifier...reactions5comments
Tapping Into Acupuncture...Complementary therapies can be explained as follows: “If a non-mainstream practice is used together with conventional medicine, it’s considered 'complementary.'” In my case, I use a CPAP to treat my...reactions3comments
How I Clean My CPAP...Cleaning your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is a very important part of your daily routine. It is recommended to clean your machine every day, and for good reason...reactions4comments
You’ve Lost the Weight, Should You Lose the CPAP?...I remember eating dinner with part of my family and three gentlemen who would give a presentation later in the evening. As you know when there are parties who don’t...reactions2comments
Dating With Your CPAP...I was in my early 20s when I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and prescribed a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. Some of you may have read...reactions2comments
Treat Your Sleep Apnea if You Want Better Heart Health...Much has been made of the importance of treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) to prevent chronic disease. Chief among these conditions is heart disease, a dangerous byproduct of untreated OSA...reactions5comments
Tips for Getting Used to Your New CPAP...Being diagnosed with sleep apnea and being prescribed a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure machine) to treat your condition can be overwhelming. In fact, it can feel very daunting, and...reactions1comment
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health Survey...Sometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone has a different level of comfort using technology...reactionscomments
CPAP and the Common Cold...Today I wanted to talk about having a common cold and using a CPAP. If you are like me and have dealt with issues of feeling claustrophobic while getting used to...reactions1comment