Looking for some other masks to try

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Billmanweh
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Looking for some other masks to try

Post by Billmanweh » Mon Mar 01, 2010 12:20 am

I've been using my Headrest mask for the last several months. It's been ok, but I've been having trouble with leaks and not sleeping so well lately. I'll try and post up some Encore Pro screen shots and get a 2nd opinion about the leaks.

But in the meantime, anyone have some ideas for other, similar masks I might try?

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Re: Looking for some other masks to try

Post by rested gal » Mon Mar 01, 2010 1:17 am

Bill, have you tried tying a leg cut off a pair of tights around your head...to cradle the nasal pillows and keep them steady? Doesn't have to be tied tightly... just needs to "be there."

The Headrest is by far my favorite mask. Has been my every-night-favorite for over five years now. However, I wouldn't be able to use it at all if I didn't add a homemade strap around it.

Here are some examples of how to route one or more extra straps with the Headrest mask:

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DoubleStart Knot How to tie a flat knot behind head when using a homemade strap.
http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/doublestartknot.htm
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Humidifier: Integrated + Climate Control hose
Mask: Aeiomed Headrest (deconstructed, with homemade straps
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Billmanweh
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Re: Looking for some other masks to try

Post by Billmanweh » Mon Mar 01, 2010 10:19 am

crap, I completely forgot about that. I remember reading a thread about that last summer. I think I will try that first. I really like my headrest, it's really comfortable. Ok, I'm really glad you posted that, thanks!

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Re: Looking for some other masks to try

Post by hayeswildrick » Mon Mar 01, 2010 1:39 pm

The poor guy in that picture looks so sad! But I bet he'll be happier when he wakes up rested.

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Re: Looking for some other masks to try

Post by Billmanweh » Mon Mar 01, 2010 4:59 pm

hayeswildrick wrote:The poor guy in that picture looks so sad! But I bet he'll be happier when he wakes up rested.
he weighs about 100 pounds now and he's always happy. lol