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by kenmac1005
Thu Jun 25, 2020 1:15 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Needs help choosing the right mask. Adjusting to CPAP.
Replies: 72
Views: 46212

Re: Needs help choosing the right mask. Adjusting to CPAP.

I have been using the sleepon for three or four weeks. Results correlate pretty well it’s my sleepyhead data. I use a Resmed 10 VPAP. Problem with the ring is it’s sensitivity I’ve noticed it gives very low SpO2 readings Intermittently which it assumes to be Apneas when it’s more likely my movements...
by kenmac1005
Wed Sep 12, 2018 10:26 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Success with Dr. Dakota Collar Device
Replies: 51
Views: 73401

Re: Success with Dr. Dakota Collar Device

This idea intrigued so I brought an el cheapo collar from Walgreens. Seems to be very effective. Although my apnea is under control Around 5 AHI when I use my Remed VPAP, down from 25 AHI and higher on test. I have used the collar for a week and AHI is 1 or better. I suspected I was tucking my chin ...
by kenmac1005
Mon Nov 05, 2012 5:57 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Excessive Hypopneas
Replies: 12
Views: 2509

Re: Excessive Hypopneas

How I ended up with the S8 VPAP Auto 25 was that originally my DME gave me a secondhand S8 CPAP which was over three years old.. It had not even been reset to zero so showed years of service. By the way charging my insurance $2250 for it. I kicked up a such big stink with the DME that they then gave...
by kenmac1005
Sun Nov 04, 2012 11:53 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Excessive Hypopneas
Replies: 12
Views: 2509

Re: Excessive Hypopneas

So the ASV removing the excessive hypopneas would indicate for you that they were Centrals right? Yes the S8 VPAP Auto 25 is programmed Min EPAP (4) and Max IPAP (14). The Av IPAP is around 8 to 10 well within the range. When I increased the ranges to 6 and 16 the av pressure went 10 to 12. I think ...
by kenmac1005
Sun Nov 04, 2012 11:13 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Excessive Hypopneas
Replies: 12
Views: 2509

Re: Excessive Hypopneas

Pugsy Thank you. I really appreciate your help. It is an S8 VPAP Auto 25. I have it programmed to VPAP mode should I have it programmed to Auto Also for future reference I'm due for a new machine in a few months. Which of the S9 machines collects the most appropriate data for sorting out the Central...
by kenmac1005
Sun Nov 04, 2012 10:28 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Excessive Hypopneas
Replies: 12
Views: 2509

Excessive Hypopneas

I have been struggling with this issue for about six weeks now since finally getting ResScan to work with data from my S8 VPAP 25. i now run the report on Detailed data every morning. My AHI is consistently around 10 and its almost all hypopneas. I have only 3 to4 apneas a night. One suggestion whic...
by kenmac1005
Sat Oct 27, 2012 6:56 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New ResMed S9 VPAP AutoSet Questions
Replies: 8
Views: 3043

Re: New ResMed S9 VPAP AutoSet Questions

I also move around a lot at night. For the last couple of weeks I have used the new Fisher and Paykel Pilairo mask. I was using the Resmed pillows.. It is counter intuitive because you dont need to have it tight to the face. It seems to float on the nose. It improved leaks for me tremendously. There...
by kenmac1005
Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:34 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resscan Interpretation
Replies: 8
Views: 2168

Re: Resscan Interpretation

The past few nights I have upped the min EPAP to 6- Max IPAP stayed at 14. No affect on the number of Hypopneas. Also noticed the PS was at zero where it is recommended to be 4. When I made it 4 I got a massive pulsing injection of air on each inhalation so ramped it down to 1 which i assume is no b...
by kenmac1005
Sun Oct 07, 2012 2:24 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resscan Interpretation
Replies: 8
Views: 2168

Re: Resscan Interpretation

avi123, I really appreciate your help. Today I signed on with my mac and noticed the rest of your post for some reason my pc browser would not scroll on the site. This gives me a lot more data. I'm a gadget freak so just ordered an oximeter to see if the high level of hypopnea is affecting my oxygen...
by kenmac1005
Fri Oct 05, 2012 1:19 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Resscan Interpretation
Replies: 8
Views: 2168

Resscan Interpretation

I have been using my Resmed VPAP Auto 25 for almost two year and a few weeks ago finally spent enough time to get the ResScan software and card reader working. Long story I'm sure you have all heard it many times before. Starting to get used to the data. Reviewing detailed data every day. i have a m...
by kenmac1005
Sat Mar 12, 2011 9:19 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: First Night
Replies: 2
Views: 650

Re: First Night

Thanks. I agree with the philosophy. I strongly believe I need to take charge of my health.

Subtle but thanks for the answer. I'll call the supplier Monday and get the right machine.
by kenmac1005
Sat Mar 12, 2011 8:54 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: First Night
Replies: 2
Views: 650

First Night

Last night was my first night using a CPAP machine. Actually a VPAP S machine. I lasted about four hour cumulative in about two or three sessions. I finally stopped around 3 am when my wife woke me because the noise of the air blowing very strongly woke her up. I suspect I have some mask issues. I'l...