General Discussion on any topic relating to CPAP and/or Sleep Apnea.
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cosmo
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by cosmo » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:19 pm
britinjapan wrote:I`ve got the same one, and cannot imagine that fabric giving off lint or any particles whatsoever...
The one I got is in royal blue. I'll see if it'll turn up on camera.
I'll probably end up throwing out the slimline hose along with the cover. Who knows if I'll get all of the tiny lint particles out even with a good cleaning. I'm not going to risk breathing any of it in.
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msat
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by msat » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:21 pm
I definitely noticed a difference with the added weight. This was a problem for me the first night, but then I got used to it. I was going to comment earlier about this, especially regarding zippers, which I imagine add even more weight.
I don't think I'd use a cover with a heated hose, but I'm not really knowledgeable about that.
I did just fine without a hose cover for a year, but I love the comfort of having it. I do string my hose under my covers next to my body, and it is much cozier. It also looks more like something to have in bed with you rather than an icky medical device.
I suspect that I'll find it too warm in the summer, but I'll cross that bridge when I get to it.
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msat
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by msat » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:22 pm
And mine's the royal blue as well. No problems with lint!
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JohnO
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by JohnO » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:26 pm
msat wrote:I do string my hose under my covers next to my body, and it is much cozier. It also looks more like something to have in bed with you rather than an icky medical device.
Those are my primary reasons as well. Also, as it gets colder, it keeps the air a bit warmer as it travels down the unheated tube. In the summer, my bedroom is around 74-76F. In the winter it is around 67-69F. Those few degrees seem to make a difference, especially if enough condensation forms in the nasal pillow to drip onto my nose. That can be cold enough to wake me up!
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StuUnderPressure
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by StuUnderPressure » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:36 pm
Chikorita wrote:I was wondering about covers and geared hoses too. Anyone know?
Also interested in the comments about the cover making the hose heavier and the problem with 'resistance' on cotton sheets.
If I have no problems without a cover do I still need to get one 'just in case'?
I believe ResMed recommends that you NOT use a cover with a ClimateLine hose.
Besides a cover is generally used to prevent "rainout".
A ClimateLine hose already prevents rainout withOUT a cover.
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cosmo
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by cosmo » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:40 pm
I just wanted the hose to stop banging on the headboard so loudly when I re-position it. I have a Hozer cpap hose holder on order, I should be good with that now.
I'm still going to order the Resmed zippered cover on my next supply order to have on hand.
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wildflowertx
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by wildflowertx » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:43 pm
StuUnderPressure wrote:Chikorita wrote:I was wondering about covers and geared hoses too. Anyone know?
Also interested in the comments about the cover making the hose heavier and the problem with 'resistance' on cotton sheets.
If I have no problems without a cover do I still need to get one 'just in case'?
I believe ResMed recommends that you NOT use a cover with a ClimateLine hose.
Besides a cover is generally used to prevent "rainout".
A ClimateLine hose already prevents rainout withOUT a cover.
Thanks, Stu, that's what I thought.
Steph
Treatment started 11/27/12
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xenablue
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by xenablue » Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:47 pm
cosmo wrote:I just wanted the hose to stop banging on the headboard so loudly when I re-position it. I have a Hozer cpap hose holder on order, I should be good with that now.
I'm still going to order the Resmed zippered cover on my next supply order to have on hand.
Cosmo - same reason I made a short cover for my climateline. It's only about 12" long - enough to stop it rapping on the headboard every time I move.
Cheers,
xena
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nanwilson
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by nanwilson » Tue Dec 04, 2012 5:43 pm
I bought a 1/4 yard of fleece for $5...now have 2 nice hose covers and 2 sets of mask strap covers...still have enough fleece to make another I just chuck it all in the washer when it needs it and put it all back to use when its dry.
Started cpap in 2010.. still at it with great results.
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Always tired
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by Always tired » Tue Dec 04, 2012 6:07 pm
wildflowertx wrote:Am I correct, though, that with a heated hose, a cover isn't necessary?
I have Hybernite Heated Breathing Tube and under warnings it says: Do not cover the heated breathing tube with any object including a textile insulation sleeve etc.
Om Mani Padme Hum
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Denial Dave
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by Denial Dave » Tue Dec 04, 2012 6:33 pm
I have a hose cover on my climate line hose & there have been no issues.
Dave
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chunkyfrog
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by chunkyfrog » Tue Dec 04, 2012 8:35 pm
Resmed says you can use THEIR cover on the Climateline hose.
Hmm, why do you suppose that is?.
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mnfe
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by mnfe » Tue Dec 04, 2012 9:45 pm
I do not have a hose cover, I haven't needed one yet. My DME recommended wrapping it in an ace bandage to save some $$. Just something to try if you have one laying around. Won't be as snuggly but she said it would prevent rain out and reduce noise just fine.
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msat
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by msat » Tue Dec 04, 2012 9:55 pm
mnfe wrote:I do not have a hose cover, I haven't needed one yet. My DME recommended wrapping it in an ace bandage to save some $$. Just something to try if you have one laying around. Won't be as snuggly but she said it would prevent rain out and reduce noise just fine.
Definitely not as snuggly and also a PITA to wrap around and around and around the hose, which is a much smaller diameter than a wrist or an ankle... I tried it.
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cosmo
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by cosmo » Tue Dec 04, 2012 10:47 pm
The lint does not show up well on photos. Its on the outside and inside of the rubber ends. Both the hose and hose cover is going in the trash. The hose was only used 3 times too
