CPAP — or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure — is a type of therapy that applies mild air pressure to a person’s upper airway to keep their airway open so that they can breathe normally while they sleep. CPAP can be used to treat breathing problems such as obstructive sleep apnea and chronic snoring.1 How does the CPAP machine work? CPAP uses an air pump and masks to deliver mild air pressure to the upper airway of a person while they sleep. [...]
Prisma 30ST is a Bilevel-ST, Bilevel S, BilevelT, AutoBilevel-ST, and PCV system that offers intuitive navigation and a parameter setting system designed to simplify and speed up operations. Prisma 30ST provides the best conditions for pressure regulation and operates in absolute silence even with high inspiratory pressures. Operating adjustments such as therapy pressures, backup breathing frequencies, Inspiratory triggers, and inspiration times are all adjustable by operators either manually or automatically adjustable. Prisma 30ST is the ideal device for the treatment of [...]
If you’ve received a diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—which causes numerous brief pauses in breathing as you sleep—your doctor has probably recommended continuous positive airway pressure. With CPAP, the mainstay treatment for the disorder, you typically wear a mask that’s connected to a pump. The pump pushes air into your airway, holding it open while you sleep. CPAP can significantly cut the number of nighttime breathing pauses you experience—but only if you wear the device. And roughly one-third of CPAP [...]
Can you purchase a CPAP machine? Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines are currently the most recommended treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, and patients often feel major improvement after using them for just one night. Your prescription can be filled at a sleep clinic or another equipment retailer. It should include the following details. The type of device—CPAP, BiPAP, or APAP, for example. It can be generic, rather than a name brand or specific model, with some exceptions. Most CPAP machines are interchangeable [...]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is defined as ‘the periodic reduction (hypopnoea) or cessation (Apnea) of breathing due to narrowing of the upper airway during sleep’. The mainstay of treatment is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy at home at night and this is recommended for an individual once the diagnosis has been proven and the treatment shown to be of benefit. However, CPAP therapy does not actually cure the problem and the patient should still make an effort to help themselves [...]
Do I need a prescription for CPAP Machine? Under the law, medical devices are categorized into 3 classes–class I, II, or III- based on their risks and the regulatory controls necessary to provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). CPAP devices are considered a Class II Medical Device, and as such require a prescription for distribution. There are a few reasons why a prescription is necessary to purchase CPAP medical equipment: Insurances require a prescription [...]
Type of sleep apnea A CPAP machines is normally prescribed for people who have obstructive sleep apnea as opposed to another type of sleep apnea known as central sleep apnea (CSA). If you have OSA, a CPAP is usually a better and cheaper place to start than a BiPAP machine. You can always ask your doctor for any specific guidance about the type of machine that you need. CPAP size and weight Not all CPAP machines are the same size. Some are [...]
Life is unpredictable sometimes. At Srivari, we understand that you can’t always use your personal CPAP machine. Our sleep apnea machine rental program is perfect for people who need an additional machine for travel or for use while their personal machine is being repaired. You can rent either an automatic machine, a fixed-pressure CPAP, or a bi-level device for up to 35 days. Each device shipment also includes a heated humidifier for your comfort, so you can continue to receive [...]
