Search found 125 matches
- Mon Jul 16, 2007 11:05 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: CPAP and surgery.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1385
It was an alert and intelligent nurse that identified my apnea following knee surgery. I was in recovery and my O2 kept dropping. They put an O2 mask on me, but it didn't help much. Finally one nurse noticed that when I would doze off I would stop breathing. She helped keep me awake (not an easy tas...
- Mon Jul 16, 2007 10:57 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Hybrid CPAP Mask
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2084
- Mon Jul 02, 2007 8:20 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Hybrid feedback anybody?
- Replies: 32
- Views: 7475
- Thu Jun 28, 2007 7:08 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Mouth Breathers and Hybrid??
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2648
- Fri Jun 08, 2007 9:56 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Hybrid or full face? UPPP. Please Help!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1786
I too am a mouth leaker. I tried the mouth taping, but I found it very uncomfortable and even a little distressing. I also tried chin straps which kept my chin up, but did nothing to keep my lips closed. I have tried most of the full-face masks avaiable and I currently use the Hybrid. There are some...
- Wed Jun 06, 2007 11:07 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Mask fittings are a GOOD THING!
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4585
So glad that you found a DME that does REAL mask fittings. It makes a world of difference. I originally used Apria and they would take me back into an exam-type room, open the box, show me the mask and send me on my way. Not sure why they need a special room for that. Due to an insurance change I sw...
- Tue Jun 05, 2007 1:04 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Hybrid info.
- Replies: 18
- Views: 3446
I had no luck with the email addresses they list on their site for Customer Support and Sales. I called the phone number listed on the site and I was thrilled to be greeted by a real human being! Such a rarity these days. She was delightfully pleasant and very helpful. I was really impressed with th...
- Thu May 31, 2007 10:49 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Moms & Dads...can you hear your little ones with a mask
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1407
I think it really depends on how far away your children are. I have an 8-year old, a 6-year old and a 10-month old baby. Their rooms are just across the hall from mine and it is very rare that I don't hear the baby crying. We also keep the kids' doors shut at night and I still hear the baby when he ...
- Mon May 28, 2007 11:02 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Most comfortable full face mask?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2740
- Fri May 25, 2007 7:15 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Apnea in Idaho
- Replies: 26
- Views: 3423
- Thu May 24, 2007 2:44 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Headgear and Hairstyles
- Replies: 16
- Views: 3333
- Thu May 24, 2007 2:42 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: CPAP Wish List
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1507
CPAP Wish List
I was lying in bed last night just before dozing off and I got thirsty. I opted not to get a drink because I had a great fit and seal going on my Hybrid and I didn't want to mess with it. It got me thinking, "Wouldn't it be cool to have a hole in the mask for a straw at moments like this?" That lead...
- Thu May 24, 2007 2:39 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: How do you know if you need a fullface mask?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 2452
I tried the chin strap route and found that while it kept my chin up (no pun intended) my lips would still open just enough to lose pressure. It also made noises that drove my wife nuts! I tried taping for a couple weeks, but I could not handle the feeling of not being able to open my mouth at all. ...
- Fri May 18, 2007 11:20 am
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: mirage activa resmed nasal mask
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1093
Activa is the mask I wish I could use. I have to use a FFM. but I tried the Activa for a while and it was far and away the best mask I have ever tried. Super comfortable without the need to over tighten. I know others mention the bulk, but I never had an issue with it. I'd say you got a winner of a ...
- Tue May 15, 2007 3:13 pm
- Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
- Topic: Type of Mask
- Replies: 5
- Views: 976
I have used most of the full-face masks on the market. Some were pretty good. I recently bought the Hybrid and I have been very pleased. I don't need to tighten it nearly as much as the FFMs. It stays put whether I am on my back or my side. Its very comfortable and I love the smaller footprint. Its ...