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Great stocking stuffers for the CPAP user in your life

The holidays are just around the corner, and many people are getting their last-minute shopping done. If you are among them, then you’re in luck! We have a few stocking stuffer suggestions to give a little more comfort to the CPAP user on your shopping list:

Aromatherapy

Did you know that essential oils can be enjoyed right from a CPAP machine? The oils from Pur-Sleep are specially crafted to be used with CPAP and BiPAP machines. Enjoy the calming fragrance of lavender, or the sweet scent of cherry or oranges. You can buy individual scents from our online catalog, or the Pur-Sleep™ Aromatherapy Basic Starter Kit.

Hose Management System

Does your partner’s CPAP hose always seem to get tangled up or in the way? The HoseBuddy CPAP Tubing Management System might be just the ticket! It comes with a stand and a swiveling hook, which holds the excess hose above your partner’s head while matching their movement throughout the night, thus preventing it from getting in the way.

CPAP Mask Liners

If your partner has concerns about their complexion, then CPAP mask liners would be a welcome gift. These liners sit between the CPAP mask and face, creating a barrier that allows the skin to breathe easier. They absorb some of the grease and sweat from the skin as well, leaving a nice healthy glow.

Tube Covers

CPAP tubing can sometimes be uncomfortable to sleep next to, which is why we carry the Respironics Tubing Insulator Cover. This cover goes on the outside of the tubing, and not only does it make the tubing less hard, it also helps prevent rainout. It easily fits over a 6-foot CPAP/BiPAP tube and is secured with a nylon cord and Velcro.

CPAP Bed Pillow

Is your partner a side sleeper? Then they may love the Double Edge PAPillow! This was made specifically for CPAP users who sleep on their side. This pillow reduces the CPAP mask leaks that can occur as a result of sleeping in that position. It allows the mask to be elevated over the pillow, instead of pressing uncomfortably into it.

With these items, you can give your partner the gift of comfort this holiday season. For a limited time, CPAP Central is offering free shipping on all orders over $99, so you’ve never had a better reason to stock up on these items. We also have an array of other comfort items in our online catalog, so you can truly personalize your gift-giving.

Accessorize! Additional Items to Help with Your Sleep Apnea Therapy

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If you’re attuned to the world of fashion at all, you might be familiar with the phrase, “accessorize accessorize accessorize.” The right accessories can completely change the look of an outfit, and can turn a casual set of clothes into formal chic.

The same can be applied to sleep apnea therapy. You can take the same CPAP machine and apply different accessories to it, turning it from minimalist apparatus to a haven of sleep and comfort.

As CPAP Central sees it, the more comfortable you are, the more likely you will remain CPAP-compliant. Here are a few items we’ve seen that help patients become successful in their sleep apnea therapy:

Heated CPAP Humidifiers: A common complaint among CPAP users is that they wake up with dry sinuses and itchy noses. This can happen year-round, but it gets worse as the winter months begin. An easy solution to that is to use a heated CPAP humidifier. It will moisten the air coming from your CPAP machine, giving relief to dried-out nostrils.

Heated CPAP Tubing: CPAP users who decide to install a humidifier sometimes find themselves battling “rainout,” where water builds up within the CPAP hose, making it impossible to use. One solution is to purchase a heated CPAP tube, which eliminates rainout with constant temperature and humidity control.

CPAP Hose Lift: Active sleepers often have trouble with their CPAP hoses becoming tangled as they switch positions in the night. A CPAP hose lift can help by elevating the tubing so it is not lying next to you as you sleep.

CPAP Nasal Pads: CPAP nasal pads can help 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.

CPAP Central is your one-stop shop for everything CPAP. Our CPAP machines, CPAP masks, and accessories can take your sleep apnea therapy to the next level. Stop by today, or see our complete selection in our online catalog.

Finding Happiness with CPAP Therapy

It takes some adjustment to get used to CPAP therapy, but these tips can help you find happiness with your therapy.

Whether you’re new to CPAP therapy or someone who has used it to treat sleep apnea for years, there are steps are you can take to help make your therapy as effective as possible. In observance of August as Happiness Happens Month, CPAPCentral.com wants to offer you tips to make sure you are as happy as you can be with your CPAP therapy.

Getting Used to Your CPAP Equipment

Let’s face it, it’s going to take some time for you to adjust to CPAP therapy. In a very short period of time, you will go from the way you’ve slept your whole life to sleeping with a mask on your face and air being pushed through your airway. Give yourself some time to get used to the changes. You can start by wearing your mask while you’re awake and for short periods of time during naps. As for the air pressure, many CPAP machines are fitted with ramp-up features that allow you to fall asleep at a lower pressure before increasing to your prescribed pressure once asleep.

Keep Your CPAP Equipment in Top Shape

You use your CPAP equipment every night, which means that you need to make sure you are taking care of the equipment so it can last as long as it is supposed to. The best way to do this is to develop a regular schedule for cleaning and maintaining your equipment. Some chores need to be done daily, some weekly, and others bi-monthly.

Consider Comfort Supplies

While your mask, humidifier, and CPAP machine are all you need in order to receive your therapy, you may need more than this to truly be happy with your CPAP. CPAP comfort supplies could be the solution you need. CPAP Pillows are specially designed with CPAP users in mind. Their unique shape improves mask comfort and leakage, and can make sleeping with CPAP tubing more comfortable. CPAP strap pads or liners may improve your therapy experience as well. Strap pads prevent your CPAP mask straps from leaving marks on your face and make wearing mask headgear more comfortable. Perhaps you find your CPAP comfortable, but have difficultly relaxing before falling asleep with your CPAP. An aromatherapy system may be what you need. CPAPCentral.com carries the PUR-Sleep^TM line of aromatherapy products which are specially designed for use with CPAP. Many users find the scents to be relaxing and enjoyable. Spend some time researching CPAP comfort supplies. Talk with your friends, physician, or our CPAP experts at CPAPCentral.com. Trying a new CPAP comfort supply could take your CPAP therapy from good to great.

Replacing CPAP Equipment

After using your equipment every night for months, pieces of your equipment will need to be replaced. This will help ensure your CPAP therapy continues to be effective and that you’re not losing out on performance due to equipment that is past its useful life. If you have a schedule for replacing your equipment, you won’t have to worry about losing sleep due to ineffective equipment.

CPAPCentral.com carries a full line of CPAP machines, CPAP masks, and other CPAP equipment. Contact us to learn more about how we can help you treat your sleep apnea and sleep better.

CPAP Masks and Facial Hair

There are steps you can take to make sure you have the right CPAP mask to go with your facial hair.

There are a lot of different kinds of CPAP masks out there. Some cover your whole face, while others leave your mouth uncovered and cover just your nose. The key with any CPAP mask, though, is to create an effective seal so that your CPAP therapy is as effective as it can be.

For men, however, another consideration must be taken into account. Men with facial hair have to be more selective about their CPAP masks. In observance of June as Men’s Health Month, CPAPCentral.com is proud to offer tips on finding the right mask to fit with your beard, mustache, goatee, or any other kind of facial hair, as well as tips for managing your facial hair to work with your current mask.

How Facial Hair Impacts Your CPAP Therapy

The biggest impact your facial hair has on your CPAP therapy is reducing the effectiveness of the seal for your CPAP mask. Facial hair creates a barrier between your mask and your skin, which leads to increased instances of mask leaks. This results in your CPAP therapy being less effective and your sleep apnea not being treated as effectively.

How to Improve Your CPAP Therapy

There are steps you can take to improve your CPAP therapy. First, consider shaving or trimming your facial hair. Completely shaving will be most effective in improving your current mask seal, but trimming down the thickness of your beard or mustache can help.

If you do need to switch masks, nasal pillow CPAP masks will likely bring the best luck because they insert right into your nostrils and have minimal contact with the face. The following nasal pillow masks have been effective for men with facial hair:

If you prefer a different style of mask, don’t worry, there are some other options that may also work well with facial hair. Nasal CPAP masks cover only your nose. Men with facial hair tend to prefer the following nasal masks:

Some men have even found that full face CPAP masks, which cover a larger area of your face including your mouth and nose, provide a comfortable and effective seal, even with facial hair. Full face masks that men with facial hair recommend are:

We hope that you find these tips helpful and that you are able to find the right CPAP mask to go with your facial hair. Nothing makes you look and feel better than being fully rested, and here at CPAPCentral.com it is our goal to help you achieve a good night sleep, no matter what your CPAP needs may be. If you have questions about any of these masks, or anything else related to your CPAP therapy, please contact us or visit our website to live chat with our experts.

Recommit to Your CPAP Therapy

Many people have trouble adjusting to CPAP therapy, but there are ways for you to get back on track.

There are times when you may get frustrated with your CPAP therapy. In fact, many people stop their CPAP therapy at some point because they feel like it may not be working for them. This is especially common for new CPAP users who are having trouble adjusting to the changes that come with CPAP therapy and using a CPAP machine.

May is National Recommit Month, and CPAPCentral.com wants to bring you some tips to help you recommit to your CPAP. If you’ve stopped your CPAP therapy for any reason, now is the time to recommit, and these tips can help you do it.

Tip to Recommit: Strength in Numbers

There are millions of people in the United States that have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and that have undergone treatment using CPAP therapy. Do some research to see if there are any CPAP support groups in your area.

Tip to Recommit: Make Sure You’re Comfortable

One of the main reasons people stop their CPAP therapy is due to feeling uncomfortable. Whether it’s adjusting to the air that passes through your mouth and nose or getting used to sleeping with a mask on your face every night, treating sleep apnea will force you to change your sleeping habits. If a mask makes you feel uncomfortable, try some mask liners, mask strap pads or a CPAP pillow to help make you feel more comfortable as you sleep.

Tip to Recommit: A Clean CPAP is a Happy CPAP

Cleaning your CPAP machine and equipment is very important. If your equipment isn’t clean, neither is the air passing through it. If the air isn’t clean, you have an increased risk for getting sick, which may cause you to stop your therapy.

CPAPCentral.com has all the equipment to make sure your CPAP therapy is as successful as it can be. Come to us for a new CPAP machine or mask to get your CPAP therapy back on the right track.

Top CPAP Mask Leak Causes & Solutions

Try these simple tips to fix CPAP mask leaks from CPAPCentral.com.

CPAP mask air leaks are among the most common complaints by CPAP users. Have you noticed sleep disruptions, loss of air pressure, or strange noises from your CPAP masks? These are a few common signs that can alert you to air leaks. If you are experiencing these signs, CPAPCentral.com can help fix your leak!

CPAPCentral.com has found there are several different causes of CPAP air leaks. Check out these Top CPAP mask leak causes and discover how to solve the problem yourself:

Top CPAP Mask Leak Causes

CPAP machine pressure is too high
Wrong size CPAP Mask
CPAP mask not sitting properly
You are an active sleeper
Wrong CPAP mask for facial structure
Old CPAP mask

Top CPAP Mask Leak Solutions

Adjust your CPAP mask straps, but be sure not to over-tighten them!
Keep your CPAP mask clean. Wash DAILY!
Adjust your CPAP mask while lying down. The position of the mask can change and make gaps that were not there when standing up.
Try a different style CPAP mask. Depending on your sleeping style, a new mask may be necessary to get the best performance without leaks while you sleep. If you breathe through your mouth while sleeping, a full face mask will work better.
Many CPAP machines offer a ramp feature that slowly increases the air pressure. If you are experiencing increased air leaks as your pressure increases, consider checking with your doctor about reducing your air pressure.
com carries a wide variety of CPAP masks and machines. Call our CPAP experts at 877-628-0445 to discuss which CPAP mask may work better for your sleep style and face shape.

We hope these tips help. If you are still having trouble with air leaks, call CPAPCentral.com today at 877-628-0445 to explore different CPAP mask and machine options for your sleep apnea therapy.

RemZzzs®: How to Revitalize Your CPAP Mask

RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners make using your CPAP machine more comfortable.

RemZzzs®: How to Revitalize Your CPAP Mask

Sleep apnea therapy is not always comfortable for some people. The silicone cushions of some CPAP masks can make red marks, sores and irritability of the general area on the user’s face. Thankfully, CPAPCentral.com offers a way to revitalize your CPAP mask with one simple product, RemZzzs® CPAP Mask Liners.

What are RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners?

RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners are specially designed pads that create a barrier between your skin and the silicone on your CPAP mask. This barrier is essential to increase the overall comfort of your CPAP mask! These liners offer more than just comfort. Check out some of the other benefits the RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners offer.

Allows you to use your bedtime facial products
Helps to absorb oils and moisture on your face
Prevents red pressure marks and skin irritations
Eliminates or reduces noisy air leaks
Encourages healing of pressure sores on your face

How Can RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners Improve Mask Seal?

The patented material of the RemZzzs Mask Liners can improve the seal of most CPAP masks by conforming to your facial features without adding pressure to your face. The mask liners can even comfortably conform to irritable scars, blemishes and even facial hair! According to RemZzzs studies, facial hair such as mustaches or beards did not interfere with the effectiveness of the RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners.

Are you Ready to revitalize your CPAP Mask with RemZzzs?

CPAPCentral.com encourages you not to give up on your sleep apnea therapy because of uncomfortable or painful masks. The CPAP experts at CPAPCentral.com can help you select the right RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liner for your nasal CPAP mask or full face CPAP mask today. If you have any questions or concerns about options to increase the comfort of your CPAP mask, contact CPAPCentral.com today.