By: Ashley McAdams | 2010-03-27 | Sleep CPAP machines are devices that send pressurized air through a tube and into a mask on the patient's face to help the patient breath through apneas that may occur while sleeping. Masks can come in many different shapes, sizes, and styles. When choosing which mask is right for you, you must take into consideration things like your facial hair, which may interfere with a seal, as well as glasses you may wear and whether or not the masks make you feel uncomfortable or claustrophobic. read more
By: James Nadolny | 2010-03-31 | Product Reviews This is an evaluation of the Optilife nasal mask from Respironics. My team of experts and I make some comments on how this mask performs. read more
By: Kris Leeds | 2012-03-24 | Sleep Choosing the right CPAP mask for your individual needs is a decision that demands thought and some trial and error. This part of your CPAP therapy is the one you have the most contact with, and therefore, it is important that it is both comfortable and appropriate. read more
By: Larry Chandler | 2011-09-21 | Sleep Recent studies indicate that people using CPAP machines and CPAP masks may reduce their problems from migraines. read more
By: ventureresp | 2011-01-31 | Alternative Medicine Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP) masks treat a variety of sleeping disorders at home.There are a variety of CPAP Masks available such as nasal mask, full face mask, oral mask, nasal pillow device, nd total face mask to match the patient's requirements. read more
By: Peter Corey | 2011-10-28 | Sleep Using a CPAP mask can be fraught with problems -- from leaks to chafing. Here are a few common-sense tips to preventing those issues from cropping up when you put on a CPAP mask. read more
By: James Nadolny | 2010-03-31 | Sleep This is a review of the ResMed Mirage Liberty mask. The review is done by myself, my clinical staff, and CPAP experts panel. There are several other reviews, and more to come. read more
By: Paul Buchanan | 2011-10-03 | Health & Fitness CPAP machines take control of your sleep apnea problems. For the most part they help, but you are going to have to work it out to customize it for you. It's different for everyone so you may experience some problems. The issue that most people have with using a CPAP machine is the mask. Masks a lot of times can chafe your face and make your sleep session uncomfortable. This kind of defeats the entire purpose of the machine if you still are having trouble sleeping. read more
By: Amy Korn-Reavis | 2010-04-03 | Sleep Every time I get a new patient I think "What mask I am going to use?" I think about what we have available now, what we used to have available, and who is going to perform the study. read more
By: Chris Vasta | 2011-12-15 | Sleep Being diagnosed with sleep apnea forces changes in a person’s daily regimen. It can, though, lead to a positive and rewarding experience as CPAP therapy brings about a more restful sleep, higher energy levels and an improved ability to cope with life’s daily trials. read more
By: Chris Vasta | 2011-02-03 | Fitness Equipment Check any CPAP blog, forum or CPAP website and mask choice is always at the forefront of the debate. A CPAP mask requires a personalized effort because opinions vary from one CPAP user to the next. It also is nearly impossible to suggest a CPAP mask which will provide all the comfort and effectiveness for every CPAP patient. read more
By: Larry Chandler | 2011-09-16 | Sleep Sleep apnea and failure to use a CPAP mask with a CPAP machine has been identified as a possible cause of dementia in a new study. read more
By: Larry Chandler | 2012-07-20 | Sleep Improvements in CPAP machines and CPAP masks are allowing sleep disorder patients to experience more comfort in their nightly rest. read more
By: Larry Chandler | 2012-05-24 | Wellness A new study from Germany shows a high correlation between occurrences of silent strokes in people diagnosed with sleep apnea. Treating sleep apnea with a CPAP mask and machine can greatly lower the risk for the stroke. read more