Hello , So dad has sleep apnea since many years. Was undiagnosed for any years and has been wearing The Bipap machine since around 6-7 years. His day time SPO2 readings come to around 94-95 , which the doctor said was OK - He is 78, in good health , and goes for walks daily for an hour. Do others al...

I used a MAD for 2 years. It worked well for me, for the most part. I found it to be less effective when I gained some weight, or slept on my back. I recently moved over to a APAP because I didn't feel it was giving me the full therapy that I needed. Also, i like being able to review my AHI in the ...

We are going to assume that a dentist knows how to make a properly fitted oral device. Why is this being offered to your mom? What are the goals? Which device is being used? There are tons out there. The only real negative that I can think of is perhaps some TMJ or jaw joint issues from too aggress...

http://www.cpaptalk.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=175729&p=1305117&hilit=mads#p1305117 http://www.cpaptalk.com/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=175396&p=1299315&hilit=mads#p1299315 http://www.cpaptalk.com/search.php?keywords=mads http://www.cpaptalk.com/search.php?keywords=boil+and+bite Thanks for the links :) I see ...

@grayghost4 thanks for those links

Hi Sleepnomad, I also use the Lookee Vibrating pulse oximeter for my mom who has REM related sleep apnea - Which brand do you use ? Have you found it to be accurate ? I find its mostly accurate when there is no movement but goes awry sometimes if there is much movement of the hand. I have also got a...

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Hello ,

Has anyone has success using dentist -fitted mouth guards to treat their apnea.

I understand they do not work for all and not for severe cases.

Also, can they worsen the problem ?

Thanks

A friend of mine was diagnosed with moderate sleep apnea - but I saw his report and his events all seem to be when is in a supine position and not when he is sleeping on the side Do you think it is a good idea to suggest to him the "ball" method of sewing a ball on his night shirt when he sleeps so ...

Thanks Janknitz

No, i dont have a humidifier as never felt the need for one. Stay right opposite the sea.

Thanks for the tips.

Deepak

Thanks Pugsy

I dont use a humidifier.

Carol, When you say put vicks near intake - where exactly do you mean - I use a nasal mask.

Will buy a full face mask for future use.

Thanks,
Deepak

Hello all.

I have a cold and hence my nose is blocked. How do I use my Bipap machine in such a situation ?


Thanks,

Deepak

@Gerry - Are you happy with your purchase because I too was looking at the same one. How long does the battery last and how long to charge it back ?


@userfromsingapore - thank you , am seeing the site.


Deepak

Thank you Goof.

Gerry, which battery have you purchased for your Bipap - can you give me a link ?

Love.
Deepak