Philips Respironics New Mask FitLife a real Full Face mask

[Pad A Cheek]

Hi all,
When I was speaking to a sleep lab today about masks she told me of a new Philips Respironics Mask that is a total face mask.
Here is a link to the fitting guide. What do you all think?

http://fitlife.respironics.com/download ... -14-09.pdf

Just sharing with you all who are looking for a better mask.
The sleep lab did tell me that a patient using this in the hospital had a fogging issue, but she said that would not be an issue if the leaks were under control. I do not know if that would keep it cleared.

Looking for your opinions.

Karen

[Kiralynx]

I think it might be fine for people who like full-face masks.

I think it gives me cold shudders at the thought of wearing one.

I think it's a good thing I never tried to become an astronaut.

[karessamom]

I would worry about the air blowing in your eyes?? or is that a problem???

[klockemy]

If it would integrate with my scuba equipment as well, then I would be all for it.

EDIT: I just went back and looked at that document again.....if that lady has to wear a large (according to the template up to her face), then I will have to wear the 'mega large deluxe, supersize'

[TheDreamer]

Ya...the large is kind of disappointingly small. My DME had just gotten a demo of the large in 2 weeks ago....and when I tried it...the top hit my eyebrows, so not a good fit for me.

Though I thought the seal was interesting.

I am curious about air pressure and eyes....the literature seemed to suggest it does something about it, but I couldn't tell how from my brief try of the mask. Couldn't try it with pressure, plus it probably wouldn't have sealed on my face.

The Dreamer.

[LinkC]

JM&J! Is there a TV mounted in there somewhere?

My guess is the contained volume is large enough that normal breathing would not create currents strong enough to affect your eyes.

[klockemy]

When wearing full face SCUBA, I don't notice any extra pressure around the eyes. Feels like standing outside with a breeze blowing on your face. I am guessing by the cone in the front, this is to direct the flow of air from blowing directly in your eyes.

[greyhound]

I would worry about the air blowing in your eyes?? or is that a problem???

Nah. Shouldn't be a problem if you keep your eyes closed while you sleep.

[RipVanWinkleWannabe]

One advantage I've read about is that if the Rebellion calls you in the middle of the night, you're ready to attack the Death Star within a moment's notice.