Can I buy a CPAP machine?

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 as outlined on the snoring site.

Assessment for treatment usually involves a planned overnight admission to a sleep study unit at a regional hospital, following a referral by your Doctor.

This can be done at home with the right equipment, personnel, and funding.

Patient assessment, diagnosis, and the machinery for treatment are provided on the NHS, within available funding.

If you choose to purchase your own machine, then in my opinion it would be wise to obtain the model recommended by your physician. You can also Opt for a CPAP Rental in Chennai.