Therapy Options

The type of therapy recommended is determined by the results of the sleep test and corresponding doctor interpretation.  We do not prescribe therapy options.
CPAP:
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure device.  Patient is breathing with and against a constant ambient pressure.  Mask is used.

BiPAP:
Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure.  Patient is breathing in with one pressure and out with another.  Mask is used.

ASV:
Adaptive Servo Ventilator.  Device constantly analyzes patient's breathing and adjusts the pressure accordingly.  Mask is used.

Oral Appliance:  
Orthodontic-like device used to gently pull forward the lower jaw.  No mask.  

Surgery:  
Removes obstructions by cutting away tissue through a surgical procedure. 

CPAP Overview Videos

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Mask Options

The type of mask a patient uses for therapy is based on a combination of facial structure, way of breathing and personal preference.  Masks fall into three categories:

Nasal Pillows 

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Least intrusive, cannula style that fits directly into the nostrils.

Standard Nasal

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The most common interface, fits directly over the nose.

Full Face

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This mask fits over the nose and mouth.  Perfect for patients that tend to breathe through their mouth throughout the night.

Care and Cleaning

It is important to regularly clean and replace your mask, filters, tubing and water chamber.  Clean and fresh equipment will help enable better sleep for the patient.
Cleaning: 
  • Daily: Wash the pillows or cushions every day with warm soapy water.  Soak hose in warm soapy water and air dry.
  • Weekly: Submerge the water chamber and hose in a solution of 1 part vinegar and 2 parts water for 10 minutes.  Blow out and/or wash filters.
Replace:
  • Bi-Weekly: Replace the disposable filter.
  • Monthly: Replace the mask interface.
  • Quarterly: Replace the tubing.  
  • Six Months: Replace the water chamber and headgear.
  • Three - Five Years:  Replace the device.

Replacement Schedule:
Every Three Months:
  • 6 New cushions/pillows
  • 1 New mask 
  • 6 New filters

Every Six Months:
  • Everything above plus:
  • 1 Water chamber
  • 1 Headgear

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