cpap pro information

eyec360 · Post by **eyec360** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:17 am

I'm new to this forum today. I have used a cpap for a few weeks now. I seem to have trouble getting a good seal with my current mask. Online I came across the cpap pro. I was wondering if anyone had any experience or information on this device. It's one that is supported by a formed mouthpiece thats like a sports mouthguard. I've added a link to their site. Thanks http://www.cpappro.com/

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Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:38 am

do a search at top for cpap pro, you'll find all the people it failed with.

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:46 am

When you do the search, put both words together and search on "cpappro".

Like Guest said, it's not been very popular or successful.

Den

oldgearhead · Post by **oldgearhead** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 11:54 am

Actually, your current mask (CL2) is one of the most popular. Which one
of the 3 interfaces are you using (pillows, prongs, or Simple Seal).

Just tell us which one you are using and what the problem seems to be, and
I bet you will get a few helpful suggestions.

eyec360 · Post by **eyec360** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 12:07 pm

I'm using the pillows. I was having more success in the beginning. Now it seems to leak around the nostrils one place or another. Not bad just enough to be irritating. If I get it tight enough to seal good within a couple hours my nostrils get very sore. It seems like I've tried several adjustments and positioning but after 20 to 30 minutes or so of that at 1 or 2 in the morning I end up hanging it up.

oldgearhead · Post by **oldgearhead** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 12:35 pm

With the pillows, most suggest some type of ointment to "condition" the
nares to accept the pillows. I hear Bag Balm, KY Gel, Chap-Stik, and anything
with a large amount of lanolin helps at lot.

For an ideal (pillow) fit, use the largest pillow set you can fit. Remember,
the first "roll" on the pillows should not touch base of nose. The pillows should seal inside not outside.

If you feel the angle of the pillow is not quite right, search this forum for
the "fishing line" fix.

snoregirl · Post by **snoregirl** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 1:59 pm

I find pillows seal better if they are clean. If not they get slippery.

rested gal · Post by **rested gal** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 4:09 pm

LINKS to Respironics ComfortLite 2 nasal pillows mask topics

Links to some cpappro mask topics:

Sep 07, 2006 subject: nofacemask PCAPPRO

Jan 31, 2006 subject: Cpap Pro

Dec 02, 2005 subject: No-Mask

Apr 18, 2005 subject: Sleepgear? CPAPPro?

rustynail · Post by **rustynail** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 4:54 pm

Hello eyec360 ! I found cpaptalk.com when I was home (in the states) on vacation in the spring of 2004. Most people seem to dislike this device - I love the darn thing! I just tried to find my old postings so you could check my initial questions and my comments upon receipt and first nights use thereof. Unfortunately I was not sucessful in my search so here goes.....

I tend to be claustrophobic and have panic attacks with, what I describe as, a lovesick octopus latched onto my face and head . This is no fun, so the thought of not having anything pressing on my face and wrapped around my head was very pleasant indeed! I do not believe that this contraption is the answer for most of us. I can only say that it works for me (most of the time)!

Ok, if you are not technically/mechanically inclined your in trouble. You have to assemble it yourself (nuts & bolts and sliding parts, no kidding)! However, this is good because you can adjust and readjust until it fits like it was custom made for you. The mouthpiece could do with a few slight improvements (if the guy who invented them would only answer my emails ) but basically you pop the thing in boiling water (meat thermometer included, great for checking pot roasts later on ) and mold it to your upper teeth (I suppose you could ask your dentist for help if this part scares you). Then comes a lot of adjusting and readjusting and wiggling and jiggling until - BINGO - it fits!

Like I said, I love the darn thing - unless - I have a cold/flu/allergies with a red and messed up nose, that is when I switch back to my other mask.

You are more than welcome to contact me if you want more details or have questions on my experiences with it (bear in mind the time difference, so perhaps a little patience until I respond). I'm sure others are willing to share their knowledge with you as well.

Snoredog · Post by **Snoredog** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 5:18 pm

rustynail wrote:Hello eyec360 ! I found cpaptalk.com when I was home (in the states) on vacation in the spring of 2004. Most people seem to dislike this device - I love the darn thing! I just tried to find my old postings so you could check my initial questions and my comments upon receipt and first nights use thereof. Unfortunately I was not sucessful in my search so here goes.....

I tend to be claustrophobic and have panic attacks with, what I describe as, a lovesick octopus latched onto my face and head . This is no fun, so the thought of not having anything pressing on my face and wrapped around my head was very pleasant indeed! I do not believe that this contraption is the answer for most of us. I can only say that it works for me (most of the time)!

Ok, if you are not technically/mechanically inclined your in trouble. You have to assemble it yourself (nuts & bolts and sliding parts, no kidding)! However, this is good because you can adjust and readjust until it fits like it was custom made for you. The mouthpiece could do with a few slight improvements (if the guy who invented them would only answer my emails ) but basically you pop the thing in boiling water (meat thermometer included, great for checking pot roasts later on ) and mold it to your upper teeth (I suppose you could ask your dentist for help if this part scares you). Then comes a lot of adjusting and readjusting and wiggling and jiggling until - BINGO - it fits!

Like I said, I love the darn thing - unless - I have a cold/flu/allergies with a red and messed up nose, that is when I switch back to my other mask.

You are more than welcome to contact me if you want more details or have questions on my experiences with it (bear in mind the time difference, so perhaps a little patience until I respond). I'm sure others are willing to share their knowledge with you as well.

Rustynail: How do you keep the air from escaping your nose?

does it blow buggers everywhere? (just kidding!!) hehehe

rustynail · Post by **rustynail** » Mon Oct 09, 2006 5:40 pm

Snoredog wrote:
Rustynail: How do you keep the air from escaping your nose?

does it blow buggers everywhere? (just kidding!!) hehehe

Ok, Snoredog..... just for the record - I am the 'Saltwater-snorting, KY-Jelly Nose Queen' Why, in heaven's name, do you think I switch masks at the first sign of a cold rearing up? Got pretty tiresome refurbishing and renovating my bedroom...... I may take a while, but this old puppy still learns new tricks

eyec360 · Post by **eyec360** » Tue Oct 10, 2006 7:36 am

I just want to thank everyone who responded. I have learned more about cpap in the last couple days than I would have thought possible. After reading several posts yesterday and following advice I went 8 hours with my cpap last night. I'm still on the fence about the cpappro. I'm a farmer so I think I'm probably mechanically inclined enough for the fitting process. I've got good solid teeth too. I'm just not convinced it's worth the investment based on others results. At this point I think I'll continue with my current set up given my new found understanding. Advice from this forum has been priceless since it's coming from actual users. I will continue to read posts here and again I thank you for your help.