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Monthly Archives: October 2014

Dirty CPAP Equipment May Be Threatening Your Health

Keep CPAP equipment clean.

Cleaning tips for CPAP Equipment.

Dirty CPAP machines, masks, and tubing could result in you or a loved one becoming sick. CPAPCentral.com wants you to have a good experience with sleep apnea therapy and stay healthy, which is why we highly encourage you to clean your CPAP equipment on a regular basis. Some CPAP supplies wear out and can hold dirt in areas extremely difficult to clean. Replacement of these supplies can keep you healthier. When starting sleep apnea treatment, it can be difficult to remember all of the recommended steps; so let’s take some time to learn how to maintain your CPAP equipment.

Keep a schedule with cleaning your CPAP supplies. Keeping track of your cleaning may seem hard to do, however it can ensure you get the most effective and comfortable therapy while avoiding germs and dirt.

Once a month – inspect mask cushions or pillows for discoloration, stiffness, or cracks. These three things may cause skin irritation or air leaks and if present, CPAPCentral.com recommends replacing the cushions on your mask. You should also replace the filter in your CPAP machine every month in order to reduce allergen buildup.

Once every three months – CPAPCentral.com recommends a thorough inspection of the mask itself. If the mask is in good condition and clean (thanks to your cleaning skills) don’t replace cushions and pillows until the mask shows signs of deterioration. If the mask is discolored, bent, or torn, get a new mask for more reliable therapy and a better night’s rest.

Once every six months – inspect the water chamber on your CPAP humidifier. If the water chamber becomes cloudy or discolored, replace the water chamber. Bacteria that can make you sick can grow in the humidifier and in the tubing. In addition, check the elastic or Velcro on your headgear or chin strap for wear and tear. If you see these signs, replace the headgear or chin strap.

CPAPCentral.com promotes this schedule for cleaning and replacing your CPAP supplies to keep you comfortable and healthy during your sleep apnea therapy. Routine cleaning and replacement can also increase the life of your CPAP machine. Visit CPAPCentral.com today for all your CPAP supply needs.

Must-Have CPAP Supplies for Sleep Apnea Treatment -Part 2

CPAP supplies for better comfort

Essential CPAP supplies and accessories for comfortable sleep apnea therapy.

Welcome back to CPAPCentral.com’s second installment of CPAP supplies helpful with sleep apnea treatment. As you already know, more than 18 million American adults have sleep apnea according to the National Sleep Foundation. CPAPCentral.com wants to help provide information on helpful products that can help you sleep better! Let’s learn more about these CPAP supplies:

CPAP Pillow – CPAP masks can sometimes be bulky and can interfere with your pillow. A CPAP pillow allows enough room for your mask and tubing without adding additional pressure to the mask. Using a CPAP pillow, you will not be sacrificing support or comfort while you sleep.

Headgear – Are you attached to your CPAP mask but finding that the headgear with it is uncomfortable or hard to operate? Don’t worry; some headgear can easily be swapped out for a more comfortable headgear. Sometimes a headgear clip may break or go missing and you may feel you have to purchase a new headgear. This is not always the case! Call CPAPCentral.com and ask about small parts for your headgear!

Chin straps – A chain strap can be helpful if you use a nasal or nasal pillows mask with your CPAP therapy. Since nasal and nasal pillow masks do not cover the mouth, your mouth can open while sleeping allowing therapy air to escape. The chin strap is designed to keep your jaw closed to ensure you get the proper airflow needed for effective therapy.

Humidifiers – CPAP Humidifiers add moisture to the air you are breathing while using your CPAP, BiPAP, or APAP machine. As you may already know, dry air can cause discomfort to your nose and throat. CPAPCentral.com highly recommends regularly cleaning out your humidifier as a dirty humidifier can cause you to become sick.

CPAPCentral.com wants you to sleep better and stay healthy, so if you or a loved one is ready to purchase a CPAP machine or wants to talk with a specialist about accessories, call us today! CPAPCentral.com is here to help you with all your CPAP equipment and supplies needs including CPAP pillows, headgear, chin straps, and humidifiers!

Must-Have CPAP Supplies for Sleep Apnea Treatment 1

Essential CPAP supplies

Discover these essential CPAP supplies!

More than 18 million American adults have sleep apnea according to the National Sleep Foundation. If you or a loved one is diagnosed, CPAPCentral.com is excited to help you start sleep apnea therapy. Our goal is to help you sleep better!

Most people perceive sleep apnea therapy as only needing a machine, mask, and tubing for reducing snoring and waking up during the night. Although those three things are essential components of therapy, there are a few more CPAP supplies that can also help with sleep apnea treatment. Below are some of those CPAP supplies:

Filters – Filters clean the air entering your CPAP, BiPAP, or APAP machine and we recommend you replace or clean your filters. This will help you breath better and improve the performance of your machine. If you remove the filters on your CPAP, BiPAP, or APAP, the machine could collect allergens or other dust particles and interfere with the quality of the therapy. Filters ensure a clean and healthy sleep apnea therapy experience and are available in disposable or non-disposable styles.

SD Smart Cards – Many CPAP, BiPAP, and APAP machines now come equipped with a slot for an SD Card, or digital storage device that is very similar to ones used in today’s cameras. The SD

Smart Card allows your machine to store therapy data for longer periods of time as well as allowing you to upload therapy data into therapy software on your computer. This information helps your doctor and insurance company review your compliance.

Tubing wraps – Tubing wraps can decrease condensation in the tubing during cool conditions. Condensation in the tubing is called rainout and this can be reduced by using a tubing wrap or adding heating tubing. The tubing wrap simply insulates the CPAP tubing, reducing condensation in the tubing. Tubing wraps and heated tubing allows for a more comfortable sleep therapy without excess moisture interrupting your sleep.

Forehead Pads – A great night’s sleep or discomfort? Forehead pads can help make your CPAP mask feel much better and allow you to sleep more comfortably. The pads are designed to prevent skin irritations and marks from the mask if it fits too tightly. As every mask is different, pads are available in multiple sizes to fit your needs.

 Visit CPAPCentral.com today for CPAP filters, tubing wraps, forehead pads, and SD Cards. See our next blog for additional CPAP supplies that help make your sleep apnea therapy effective.

NEW! Your Central Location for Better Sleep

Sleep better with CPAPCentral.com

Sleep better with high-quality CPAP products and supplies from CPAPCentral.com.

On behalf of everyone here at CPAPCentral.com, welcome to our blog! As specialists in CPAP therapy equipment and supplies, we work to help you treat your Obstructive Sleep Apnea. We understand being diagnosed with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) can be challenging, but we are here to help you along the road to treatment. You deserve to sleep better and find a treatment you are comfortable with. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you find the right equipment that best suits you and your treatment for the restful sleep you deserve.

As part of our commitment to providing you with top quality equipment and support services, we will be updating this blog with valuable information related to sleep apnea treatment, CPAP equipment, CPAP masks, supplies, obstructive sleep apnea, and the medical industry. Some of posts will have tips and advice for CPAP users while other posts will discuss certain products. Examples of a post may include buying tips and what to look for when selecting a CPAP machine or the key considerations when selecting a CPAP mask. These are just a few examples of the kinds of tips and advice provided on this blog.

We view this blog as an extension of our company and as a means of reaching and educating you, our customer, as you make decisions that impact your health. Our goal is for you to make an informed decision through advice, tips and other information from this blog when selecting your CPAP equipment.

Check back often as we will be posting fresh content once a week. We look forward to helping you along your voyage of sleep apnea therapy setup, maintenance, and service with helpful news and information. Contact us for additional information or with questions at CPAPCentral.com and thank you!