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by Soothest Sleep
Wed Aug 22, 2018 8:09 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Forest Fire Smoke
Replies: 13
Views: 1899

Re: Forest Fire Smoke

I'm also in the smoke zone in BC. Definitely change machine filters more often and clean the washable ones more often too. Last year when smoke season was on, I changed my fine filter twice in 12 days--it was black--when usually I can go for up to 6 weeks or so before it needs to be changed out. No ...
by Soothest Sleep
Sun Jul 22, 2018 9:17 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Cpap Mask Cover- Storage after use
Replies: 20
Views: 2489

Re: Cpap Mask Cover- Storage after use

. . .and here I thought Crown Royal bags were only for storing marbles and Scrabble pieces. . . :)
by Soothest Sleep
Thu Jul 12, 2018 8:25 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Device to keep tongue to roof of mouth?
Replies: 6
Views: 1616

Re: Device to keep tongue to roof of mouth?

Information on tongue positioning: https://ladydentistanchorage.com/tongue ... -it-helps/
Speak to your sleep specialist or dentist to see what exercises suit your particular needs, or a myofunctional therapist could also assist you.

Jean
by Soothest Sleep
Thu Jul 12, 2018 7:54 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Alister says hi!
Replies: 13
Views: 1356

Re: Alister says hi!

jnk... wrote:
Wed Jul 11, 2018 8:33 pm
And no dancing.
:(

Welcome anyway, Alister!

Jean
by Soothest Sleep
Sun Jul 08, 2018 7:45 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Fitting DreamStation Auto & Gear in Travel Bag?
Replies: 15
Views: 1893

Re: Fitting DreamStation Auto & Gear in Travel Bag?

MurrayNevada wrote:
Sun Jul 08, 2018 2:28 am
I don't understand why Respironics doesn't make their DreamStation to be enjoyed without the Darth Vader breathing sounds.
That sounds like you have Flex (exhale relief) enabled.

Jean
by Soothest Sleep
Mon Jul 02, 2018 8:20 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Fitting DreamStation Auto & Gear in Travel Bag?
Replies: 15
Views: 1893

Re: Fitting DreamStation Auto & Gear in Travel Bag?

If you are talking about the regular carry case for the machine, the DreamStation with humidifier attached should fit into the larger compartment in the base of the case. The power brick and cord go in the smaller compartment with the velcro-tabbed flap. The hose(s) can be coiled to slide into the m...
by Soothest Sleep
Mon Jun 04, 2018 9:01 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New to Site But Not To Diagnosis...DESPERATE!!!
Replies: 13
Views: 39903

Re: New to Site But Not To Diagnosis...DESPERATE!!!

If it was me, I'd ask the hospital Emergency Room if it was possible to get a loaner unit, or at least obtain some advice from their perspective. But, I am not in the USA and so don't know all the ins and outs of whatever medical charges or insurance situations that would all entail. Just a thought....
by Soothest Sleep
Sat Jun 02, 2018 9:32 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: My First Night on the CPAP: impressions, challenges, and questions
Replies: 14
Views: 3836

Re: My First Night on the CPAP: impressions, challenges, and questions

Just have to keep pushing and getting used to this being the new normal (that's really the hardest part). Using it for a night or a few nights, is one thing, but getting your head around being permanent is what I'm finding most challenging psychologically. Welcome to the forum. There are a lot of d...
by Soothest Sleep
Thu May 31, 2018 8:42 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Feeling defeated
Replies: 5
Views: 1575

Re: Feeling defeated

Welcome to the forum. This is a great place to help get yourself back on track with your treatment. As you read and discover new information, like your sleep study results, please return to this thread to post questions/concerns. That will keep your history all in one place and make it easier for th...
by Soothest Sleep
Sat May 26, 2018 9:32 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: Difficulty removing hose from APAP
Replies: 24
Views: 8560

Re: Difficulty removing hose from APAP

The end of the hose that connects to the machine has a sort of clip arrangement: squeeze both the pads on the hose end to release it. (I'm making the assumption you also have the heated hose for the humidifier. . . ) However, the other end of the hose, that connects to the mask, is simply a rubber s...
by Soothest Sleep
Sat May 19, 2018 1:42 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: SleepyHead Mask Specs Needed
Replies: 7
Views: 968

Re: SleepyHead Mask Specs Needed

For the Wisp mask (Philips Respironics): Flow rate: 17.5 SLPM at 4 cmH2O ; 41.25 SLPM at 20 cmH2O Info interpreted from the pressure flow curve graph supplied in the Instructions for Use manual; no textual explanation provided, like yrnkrn mentioned for the DreamWear Gel Pillows. All other specifica...
by Soothest Sleep
Thu Apr 26, 2018 8:31 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association
Replies: 61
Views: 7052

Re: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association

asleep@thewheel wrote:
Thu Apr 26, 2018 11:05 am

Adam Amdur
Chief Patient Officer
American Sleep Apnea Association
www.sleepapnea.org
Adam,
What does your role entail, please?

Jean
by Soothest Sleep
Thu Apr 26, 2018 5:03 pm
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association
Replies: 61
Views: 7052

Re: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association

Happy to answer and/or clarify any questions you all have in regards to our public livestream with live polling of the AWAKE Sleep Apnea Initiative on June 8, 2018 www.awakesleepapnea.org As quoted in the first post here there have been relatively few forums for individuals affected by sleep apnea ...
by Soothest Sleep
Wed Apr 25, 2018 10:16 am
Forum: CPAP and Sleep Apnea Message Board
Topic: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association
Replies: 61
Views: 7052

Re: New Initiative from American Sleep Apnea Association

One needn't actually travel to attend the meeting; apparently it will be live-streamed, so one can join in from the comfort of one's own computer space. Still need to register, though.

Jean