Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that is effectively treated by using a CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine/mask while sleeping. The machine gently blows pressurized room air through a connected hose and mask so your airway stays open for normal breathing to occur. The pressure set is a prescription determined by your doctor for the CPAP machine.
There are several types of cpap machines and masks to choose from. When choosing a machine, take into account your travel needs as well as the noise level a machine creates. When selecting a mask, consider your sleep position habits.
If you find one mask uncomfortable, try another, but also try a CPAP pillow as it is hard to sleep on a regular pillow with cpap head gear on. Sleep apnea CPAP pillows are designed specifically with cut out or indented areas to accommodate a cpap mask and hose while supporting you.
The Core CPAP Pillow was designed by CPAP users, for CPAP users. The pillow is comfortable for both side and stomach sleepers, is hypo-allergenic, has a synthetic down fill, comes with a fitted pillowcase and is available in 3 heights and a mini travel size.
The Contour CPAP Pillow works with all masks and minimizes mask leaks, whether you sleep on your back, side or stomach. It is made of thick molded foam with a removable, silky dual fabric pillowcase that follows the pillows contours so your mask, neck and shoulders easily glide over the pillow. In the center is a soft velour material that cradles and cushions your head.
The SleePAP CPAP and BI-PAP Pillow was designed for sleeping on either the side, stomach or back, has hypoallergenic polyester fill, is machine washable, and comes with a fitted polycotton pillowcase.
If you are prescribed a CPAP device consider a machine that will meet your needs in noise level produced and travelability. When choosing a mask style, as well as a cpap pillow, consider your sleep position habits. With these considerations, you’ll be sleeping soundly throughout the night – night after night!
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Excellent post and thanks for adding information about the CPAP pillows and the importance of sleep positions! I also wanted to add that if you’ve been managing your sleep apnea for some time, you know that today’s PAP devices have gotten smaller and less noisy than the ones from the old days, or four years ago! If you’re interested in buying a smaller, more efficient device, you may need to undergo another sleep study. For some insurance plans, you need to requalify in order to get a new machine. You may even need to get another sleep study if you want to update your prescription for your mask.
Isn’t it bulky to wear a cpap mask when you are sleeping?
The masks can be bulky but there are several different styles to choose from, some less bulky than others. Also, a sleep apnea CPAP pillow with cut-out areas allows room for the mask. There are photos of various masks on this Contour CPAP pillow page.
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