I need to Piggyback here with a question. My machine is a ResMed AutoSet Spirit. I ordered the 5.7 AutoScan 5.7 for S8 Series, per advice from a CPAP.Com representative. My understanding is that I will not need a Data Card reader because I will use a cable. I got this info from the first rep and ano...
On the plus side with ResMed machines (very good machines, btw) you don't even need the software to see overnight AHI info and leak rate. Push a button or two and you get to see that right there in the machine's display window. Pretty neat. So--what is the advantage of having the software? I want t...
Hi. After almost a year on CPAP, I'm an avowed proponent of it. I am much more rested and feel "tons" better. I use the Resmed Ultra Mirage Full Face Mask. Yes, I lose some moments of sleep during the night because of mask noises or leaks. I merely awaken, adjust the mask, and return to sleep. Thes...
Update-- Recently, I've gotten a couple of Private Messages from folks referring to this thread and inquiring about my continued results with double-cushioning since my last post. Here goes: Some time ago, when my previous cushion needed to be replaced, I decided to order 2 new large cushions to try...
Based upon your experience, do you think we'd do better if the "extra" cushion was a size larger than the regular cushion, rather than the same size? Guest, I can't answer that one. I was using a medium over a large and it fits okay. I think a large over a large will be perfect. If I decide to orde...
I tried it. I happened to have a cushion from my first ff mask. The first mask I had was a medium and I now wear a large, but I tried it anyway. Do remember, though, that I'm dealing with 2 different sized cushions. The extra cushion does fit over the cushion that's attached to the mask. Since my c...
Hi, Idahogal. Tape horizontally. Taping works well for me when I use my nasal mask. I usually use a full face mask, though, so I don't have to tape often. Here's a link to a section about taping in the FAQ ("CPAP FAQ") section of this site. http://www.cpaptalk.com/cpaptalk-faq.php?FCID=30#30 I use ...
CPAP has definitely improved my driving--I no longer fall asleep behind the wheel. I'm disappointed, though, that I'm tired all the time. I'm much more aware of being tired than I used to be. I used to have slumps during which I'd have to fight to stay awake, often losing the battle. That no longer...
Kelly, It is indeed good to see you interacting with those of us who depend on CPAP masks. Thanks for coming around. I own a Hans Rudolf FF mask and it has been a great disappointment to me, as I've mentioned elsewhere on this board. I'm not angry about it or harboring ill feelings about you or you...
To "Guest": I've not been to this site in about a month. Prior to my leave, however, you posted your suspicions that Sev is somehow receiving compensation from HR. Obviously, you are disappointed in your experience with HR. I'm disappointed in my experience, too, but I'm not blaming Sev nor am I in...
Dale, Congratulations on your success! I've been in "mask hell" this month. I own 3 masks: Profile Lite Gel (Nasal Ultra Mirage Full Face Hans Rudolf Full Face I purchased them in the order listed above. The Hans Rudolf is, unfortunately, my least favorite mask. Unfortunate because it is the one I w...
Sharon, I saved my then boyfriend's life by remembering what his head gear looked like. He brought every thing for his cpap, but he forgot the head gear. It was over to Wally World and back to the motel and in about half hour's time he was sleeping like a baby. Half an hour? I'm impressed. Since I f...
Interesting timing thing--since I was having trouble with the Hans Rudolph, I gave the UltraMirage FF another try. Much better results, and I've been wearing it for the past couple of days. I'm on vacation (I'm a teacher) and I've been taking MANY naps during the days. It works fine for day sleeping...