What's the difference between Cpap, BiPaps, etc?

inpjs24 · Post by **inpjs24** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 1:54 am

I was checking out Cpap.com at the different types of machines and mask. What is the difference between Cpap, Bipaps, Vpaps and Bilevels? I am newly diagnosed with Apnea and will be getting my perscription today for my equipment and want to learn as much as possible about what's out there for my options.

I have to say, this forum has taught me so much already and I wanted to thank all of you who view this message who have posted any of their knowledge to this forum.

I'm nervous but yet excited to wake up for a change feeling alert and energetic like I used to two and a half years ago.

blarg · Post by **blarg** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 1:59 am

Video 1: https://www.cpap.com/downloadVideo.php?VGID=3

Video 2: https://www.cpap.com/downloadVideo.php?VGID=55

Do your best to get an Auto or at least a machine that records data so you can see what's going on.

rested gal · Post by **rested gal** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 3:36 am

Here are some links that may help explain some of the terms you'll read on the message board:

Types of machines:
viewtopic.php?p=56836
"Whats the differences in BIPAP, XPAP, APAP, CFLEX"

Common abbreviations and definitions:
viewtopic.php?t=14902
"Learning lexicon of cpap terms"

Must reading for anyone who wants to take a large role in his/her own OSA treatment:

http://www.smart-sleep-apnea.blogspot.com
Mile High Sleeper's great information resource for cpap users.

snoregirl · Post by **snoregirl** » Wed Feb 14, 2007 8:58 am

Make sure you actually get your script (not a promise that the doc will fax to "the" DME.

That DME may not be your choice or you may want to go online or even get a back up machine at a later date...

Copies of sleep studies should also be kept in your home files.