Looking for a mask that lets me sleep on my side

sunshine2 · Post by **sunshine2** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:13 am

Good morning, or should I say Sleep Deprived morning. I'm new to this CPAPA world and am trying out different masks. So far, I'm pretty frustrated. I'm trying to find a mask that will allow me to sleep comfortably on my side. I've tried a nasal mask style and didn't like that because it didn't stay on well. I've tried some nasal masks and they hurt my nose. I had hoped to have success with the Infinity HC481 by F&P but I find that I have to adjust the mask every time I turn from side to side....I'm awake 3 or 4 times a night making the adjustments. So, now I'm thinking of trying the Comfort Curve by Respironics or the SNAPP mask by Tiara. Has anybody tried either or these???? Do you have any other suggestions?? I really want to minimize the amount of headgear, if possible. Thanks for your help.....Sunshine

tboy · Post by **tboy** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 8:56 am

Two good possibilities that allow lateral position are the Resmed Swift and the AEIOMed Aura.

JPZ · Post by **JPZ** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:07 am

I am a new user (since June 8, 2005) and have had no problems at all with the Swift mask.

sunshine2 · Post by **sunshine2** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:16 am

I looked at the Swift and I was wondering if having the tubing going sideways causes any trouble when sleeping on your side. The system I have now allows me to move the tubing to the side which I do, but I have to make adjustments to it each time I turn from side to side. Does this happen to you?

wading thru the muck! · Post by **wading thru the muck!** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:17 am

tboy wrote:Two good possibilities that allow lateral position are the Resmed Swift and the AEIOMed Aura.

My vote is for the aura, but I would also add the Puritan Bennett Breeze to the list of interfaces that work well for side sleepers.

sunshine2 · Post by **sunshine2** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:27 am

Thanks for the recommendations. I've tried the breeze and it drove me crazy.....all that stuff on my head.... That's why I'm looking for something with minimal headgear. I'm hoping somebody can give me some feedback on the Comfort Curve or the SNAPP mask.
Thanks and good luck with the muck...I feel like I'm walking through quicksand this a.m (I'm soooooooo tired and stressed out).....Sunshine2

sir_cumference · Post by **sir_cumference** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 11:35 am

I use the swift, and I sleep on my side. However, I have moved the tube upwards over my pillow so when I turn over it doesn't cause me any real problems.

A couple of observations though. 1) If you sleep heavily, it is possible to sleep on the tube and end up with a ridged mark up the side of your face. This has happened a couple of times to me!!

2) If you like to push your nose into the pillow any mask will cause you problems. I have found that the swift is ok but can be moved so that you need to adjust it to keep a seal. Also, if not fitted too well, you may find that the tube will move the mask off centre and you need to hitch the tube up or down to keep comfortable. It is not fit and forget - but it is very comfortable once fitted and you are still.

3) Spend a lot of time fitting the swift, muck around with it and fiddle with the straps until you feel it is right for you. I found that the more I worked on the fitting of the pillow itself the better and more comfortable the fit. At the moment it is truly comfortable and most of the time I am not even aware that I'm wearing it at all.

4) If you sleep on your side, you will end up with mask marks - they have been called the 'elvis sideburns' and they can last 20 - 30 mins. But they do go away.

Hope this helps. Personally I am very happy with the swift. I do read about and discuss other masks as i hear about them, but for the way I sleep I think I would be very hard pressed to find anything to work as well.
sir_cumference

mikemoran · Post by **mikemoran** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 11:57 am

If the Comfort Curve fits you, it might be the best. A lot of people have had a hard time getting it to fit and seal. You will find a few threads on here about it. I had to fiddle with the straps to get it to lie beneath my cheek bones. When it did, it did not misalign when I rolled onto my side. I just never got it to seal right, even with the new headgear.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 5:04 pm

I love my Nasal AireII and I twist and turn, stomach, side, back through the night. It can be used w/one simple velcro band at mid/back of your head to hold the hose securely, or with a velcro "headband" at the top, or both if you like. Very lightweight, nothing much touching your face. The right size nasal prongs are important because w/out the right size you will be uncomfortable. I use ky jelly or a spritz of saline solution in my nostrils every night. There's a video for NAII on cpap.com ......Terry

J.J. · Post by **J.J.** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:02 pm

Hi
I have been fighting wit my mask for three monthes.I brough a comfort curve mask and got it Friday it is by far the worst mask I have tried. It leaks all night I have tried every setting I can think of. Dont waste your money it cost me $129 out of my oun pocket

Judy

kilrush · Post by **kilrush** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 7:48 pm

You mention the snapp. When I went to get my mask at the DME, I was fitted with the snapp and the swift. I had to make up my mind which one, he said the snapp was the most popular and I picked it.
I could not wear it, I could not get it to fit right and I never was able to wear it.I have the activa mask and like it. I also use the breeze. Mary

Simply Sue · Post by **Simply Sue** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 9:56 pm

I've been using the Swift for 3 months. I sleep on my sides and my back. I like it because I can put it on and read till I get sleepy.

I can change the hose connection to my right or my left. I normally connect on the same side that my husband sleeps so I encourage myself to sleep turned away from him.

I usually run the long hose behind my head but sometimes i run it across my front.

One night I tried a nasal mask. It filled up with water! I use the same setting for my swift and water is not an issue.

Sometimes I use a saline gel on my nares but not regularly.

I did read a series of postings about someone who put silicon (plumber's) tape on the end hose connections to keep them tight but so far I've had no problem or leaks. If interested you might do a search for several previous posting about the swift (I believe the general topic was how to fit the breeze).

I really like the swift and feel lucky that it was my first choice.......I am still working on my machine and settings.

Denny · Post by **Denny** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:09 pm

Do not get the CC mask for side sleeping. Try the Aura, Breeze, swift or other recommended mask

seanconnery · Post by **seanconnery** » Tue Jul 19, 2005 10:15 pm

I have used the Swift for 6 months - it was very good in that it was small, easy to put on and easy to clean, but it was a little noisy, and my wife placed a pillow separating us so that the air did not blow at her. I have now switched to the Aura as there is nothing touching my face, it is quiet and feels like nothing in my nares/nostrils.

I vote the Aura!

Good luck.

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