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by DJSTEVEZ
Thu May 17, 2018 2:17 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: BEST Battery Back-up Option for
Replies: 9
Views: 7150

Re: BEST Battery Back-up Option for

Thank you so much for sharing your expertise. You didn't bust my bubble, you saved me from making a mistake and wasting money. I've read more than several of your posts. I admire your knowledge. I think the system you've put together is awesome. I was looking for a consumer friendly, right out-of-th...
by DJSTEVEZ
Wed May 16, 2018 10:27 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: BEST Battery Back-up Option for
Replies: 9
Views: 7150

BEST Battery Back-up Option for

Hi. I just lost power for 1 night and couldn't use my CPAP. It was H E L L !!! I have a PR System One REMstar AUTO 560 w/ Humidifier which I understand can be powered by DC directly. In my research of the different product offerings I've seen a lot of talk about maximum efficiency coming from not ne...
by DJSTEVEZ
Sat Mar 10, 2012 11:29 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Willingly compliant...BUT
Replies: 7
Views: 1555

Re: Willingly compliant...BUT

Great stuff gang. Much appreciated. Thank You! -Z-
by DJSTEVEZ
Sat Mar 10, 2012 9:34 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Willingly compliant...BUT
Replies: 7
Views: 1555

Willingly compliant...BUT

I'm just completing my full 3rd week with my CPAP machine and I'm all in. I'm sure terms like "miracle" and "Night and Day" are common, but the difference it's made in my life and the quality of my life is awesome. That being said. Sometimes I wake up in the morning with the mask off and I'm hard pr...
by DJSTEVEZ
Sat Mar 10, 2012 9:34 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Willingly compliant...BUT
Replies: -1
Views: 11

Willingly compliant...BUT

I'm just completing my full 3rd week with my CPAP machine and I'm all in. I'm sure terms like "miracle" and "Night and Day" are common, but the difference it's made in my life and the quality of my life is awesome. That being said. Sometimes I wake up in the morning with the mask off and I'm hard pr...
by DJSTEVEZ
Fri Mar 09, 2012 10:07 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: HELP: Nose, Mouth, Nose & Mouth?
Replies: 2
Views: 654

HELP: Nose, Mouth, Nose & Mouth?

I'm a newbie. The gear I have is listed below. I'm afraid that if I'm not utilizing the "correct" breathing method, I won't be getting the full benefits. I wear a full face mask. Should I be: Nose Breathing Only? Mouth Breathing Only? Both Nose & Mouth Breathing? Whatever feels most comfortable? THA...
by DJSTEVEZ
Mon Feb 20, 2012 11:45 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Tips to afford an expensive VPAP?
Replies: 7
Views: 2278

Re: Tips to afford an expensive VPAP?

Hi Matty, I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and work closely with Insurance companies on a daily basis (yuck! ). One of the best ways to have your needs met when there is an issue with either the insurance, or managed care, or dispensing agency, is to involve representatives from the office of y...
by DJSTEVEZ
Sun Feb 19, 2012 8:11 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Guy w/ Questions
Replies: 17
Views: 3786

Re: New Guy w/ Questions

WOW! What a rocking community! I never expected such a warm and elaborate response, much less so quickly. Thank you sincerely one and all. I will be sure to take appropriate time to process all the great information and feedback. I'm looking forward to being a positive and productive member of this ...
by DJSTEVEZ
Sun Feb 19, 2012 3:56 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Guy w/ Questions
Replies: 17
Views: 3786

New Guy w/ Questions

Hi All, my name is Steve and I've known I've had sleep apnea for at least 20 years. Early on my HMO assigned PCP didn't really believe in sleep apnea, and thought my "issues" were all blood sugar related. I kept asking for a sleep study, but he kept putting stumbling block after stumbling block in f...