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Top First-Time CPAP User Problems Part 2

Adjusting to CPAP therapy takes getting used to your equipment.

Sleep does not always come easy especially for some people with obstructive sleep apnea. CPAP therapy can help you achieve a full night’s sleep; however starting sleep apnea therapy is not always easy.

Last week we discussed the top two first-time problems for CPAP users and options you can take to help correct those problems. This week, we will cover two more common CPAP problems. Whatever your struggles with your CPAP or bi-level equipment, CPAPCentral.com encourages you not to give up on CPAP therapy. If you feel you have tried everything without results, talk with your doctor for further guidance.

First-Time CPAP Problem #3: Struggling with Forced Air

Is the CPAP air pressure keeping you up at night? Adjusting to higher CPAP air pressure can be difficult. Some CPAP machines have a “ramp” feature that could help. This feature allows your therapy to start with a lower air pressure and slowly increases to your prescribed pressure setting. The gradual increase can help you fall asleep.

If this does not help, talk to your doctor. An auto CPAP which automatically adjusts air pressure while you sleep may be recommended. A bi-level machine which supplies two pressure settings, a higher pressure while inhaling and a lower pressure when exhaling, may also be a more appropriate therapy. Your doctor will help you decide the best device for your sleep apnea therapy needs.

Fist-Time CPAP Problem #4: Dry, Irritated, or Stuffy Nose

Using CPAP equipment can cause your nose and throat to feel dry and irritated. Your nose can also feel stuffy. A heated humidifier can help add moisture to your therapy and relieve your stuffy, dry or irritated nose and throat. Check with your CPAP supplier to see if your sleep apnea therapy device supports a heated humidifier.

Sleep apnea therapy has numerous health benefits and can positively influence your quality of life; however persistence is the key to positive results. CPAPCentral.com wants to help you with your sleep apnea therapy whether you are struggling or need replacement supplies. If you have any sleep apnea therapy questions or product questions, contact CPAPCentral.com today.

Top First-Time CPAP User Problems Part 1

There are several common problems encountered by first time CPAP users.

Many people take sleeping entirely through the night and waking up refreshed for granted. Others rely on sleep apnea therapy to have a refreshing night’s sleep. However, starting CPAP therapy for sleep apnea for the first time can be frustrating and challenging as you are adapting to your new CPAP mask and noises from your CPAP machine. CPAPCentral.com wants you to know if you are struggling with your new CPAP equipment, you are not alone!

CPAPCentral.com encourages you to stick with your CPAP therapy, as it will positively affect your quality of life and health. Persistence will pay off and CPAPCentral.com will help you along the way. Check out these top two CPAP problems first-time users commonly encounter.

First-Time CPAP Problem #1: CPAP Mask Does Not Fit Your Face

There are many styles and sizes of CPAP masks on the market for a reason! Every mask fits a little different and can offer different benefits based on your needs. For example, nasal CPAP masks can provide a stable fit for someone that moves around a lot during the night, but may not be beneficial if you breathe through your mouth. Full face masks are helpful if you breathe through your nose and mouth; however some people are uncomfortable with a large mask covering more of their face.

To find the right mask, communicate and work closely with your doctor and CPAP supplier.

First-Time CPAP Problem #2: Adjusting to Wearing a CPAP Mask

Wearing something on your face can feel strange, especially during sleep, so learning to wear a CPAP mask during the night can be a struggle. Try wearing the CPAP mask for short periods during the day while you are awake to help get used to the feel of the mask. Then add the CPAP tubing with the pressure on while reading or watching TV.

When you feel more comfortable with the feel of the air pressure and mask, use your CPAP device every time you sleep. Persistence is important, if you do not use your equipment every night, you will have a harder time adjusting to it. Stay with it for a few weeks and if your therapy does not feel quite right, your doctor may need to adjust your settings.

The multiple health benefits of sleep apnea therapy are well worth overcoming the frustration of adjustments. CPAPCentral.com encourages you to hang in there! Watch for “Top First-Time CPAP User Problems Part 2”, we will talk discuss top first-time CPAP problems #3 and #4! If you have any questions or concerns, contact CPAPCentral.com.

Kill 99.9% of Bacteria, Mold and Viruses with SoClean 2

Make sure your CPAP machine is clean with the SoClean 2.

You wouldn’t use the same dirty dishes day after day. So why would you use a germ filled CPAP mask and tubing day after day without a proper cleaning? Your CPAP mask, tubing and humidifier chamber could be filled with microscopic germs, mold spores and viruses that could make you sick if not properly cleaned.

CPAPCentral.com now offers a simple solution to completely clean and sanitize your CPAP machine. That solution is the SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer. The SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer uses natural oxygen that is converted into Activated Oxygen by adding a third oxygen atom. Activated Oxygen kills 99.9% of bacteria, mold and, viruses without the use of harmful chemicals or water!

With the SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer, you will no longer struggle with disconnecting your CPAP mask, tubing and humidifier to clean it every morning while consuming your precious time! Your entire CPAP system is cleaned with the CPAP mask, tubing, and humidifier connected. See how easy the SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer is to operate after initial set up with these 3 steps.

Open the lid of the SoClean 2
Insert your mask into the SoClean 2 chamber while allowing the tubing to rest in the open hose slot.
Close the lid.

That is it! The SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer automatically runs according to the settings selected during initial setup.

Do you travel often?

You’re in luck! CPAPCentral.com also offers the SoClean 2 Go CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer for exceptionally clean sleep apnea therapy equipment on the road. This SoClean 2 Go is powered by AA batteries and uses the same Activated Oxygen technology as the SoClean 2.

Protect your health today with an automated SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer and start enjoying a truly clean sleep apnea therapy every night! For questions or concerns about the SoClean 2 CPAP Cleaner and Sanitizer or recommendations for cleaning your CPAP masks, contact CPAPCentral.com.