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Revision as of 12:21, 17 September 2009
When you are new to CPAP a lot of questions and concerns come up. Most deal with getting used to treatment. Many have come before you and have been successful in treating their Sleep Apnea. They impart their wisdom for you here.
How Long Until I Feel Better?
Mental and Physical Stages of CPAP
Seven Stages of CPAP
originally posted by Mike Moran:
Since many are new to this therapy I thought I should put together some of the common threads of what we all go through for ourselves and our loved ones. This is also something you might share with your family or friends so they might gain an understanding of what you are dealing with.
1. Denial
2. Realization
3. Diagnosis
4. Frustration
5. Immersion
6. Ownership
7. Inflation
For the Full Article, read: Seven Stages of CPAP
What is Feeling Good?
originally posted by Perry Holzman,
Many CPAP users report that as treatment continues they begin to remember what feeling good is like. In this article, 4 stages of mental and emotional states are explored.
1. Walking Dead
2. Basic Treatment
3. Advanved Treatment
4. Mental Zest
Read the full article here: What is Feeling Good?
CPAP Adaption Stages
originally posted by Mile High Sleeper
Getting to the point where CPAP treatment is comfortable and tolerable takes practice and experimentation. In this article, gain motivation, resources and ideas to get past the struggle and into a good night's sleep.
Read the full article here: CPAP Adaptation Stages
Learn From Others' Experiences
Learning from the stories of CPAP users can help you to anticipate the events and trials of treatment that lie ahead.
Diary of Two Hoseheads
originally posted by Mile High Sleeper
Read the full article here: Diary of Two Hoseheads
Thoughts on Improvement
originally posted by birdshell on cpaptalk.com Nov. 24, 2006
As I was driving to my aunt and uncle's home for Thanksgiving, it occurred to me that my efforts to get there had changed greatly. I have other medical conditions that have been treated (finally) before I started CPAP 8 months ago. Those treatments definitely helped, but still left me tired, lacking energy, sleeping 12-14 hours a day, and NOT living the life I would choose...
Read the full article here: Thoughts on Improvement