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CPAP therapy for sleep apnea is generally well-tolerated, and most people find that the benefits of better sleep outweigh any side effects but event that trade-off is generally not necessary...

In this article, we will show you how to connect your CPAP or BiPAP machine to your oxygen source.

The history of CPAP therapy and machines is one of continuous improvement. Given the rapid pace of technological change in the world today, we can only expect even more improvements that wil...

There is good news for those who suffer from sleeplessness. Generally, if you have just been diagnosed by your doctor with sleep apnea and your doctor has prescribed treatment with a CPAP ma...

If you have a respiratory infection, though, it is best to continue to wear your CPAP mask during sleep. Since nasal congestion and airway swelling go hand and hand with many respiratory inf...

Do you need a CPAP machine but are not ready to make a purchase? A CPAP machine rental is a smart alternative to buying.

There are a variety of basic sleep apnea and CPAP terms you should know before beginning your CPAP machine research. Here we provide a list of CPAP lingos for you to start with.

This guide covers machines ranging from an entry-level, single-mode machine to feature-rich devices that can run 365 nights a year at home and on the road.

The DreamStation Go auto CPAP from Philips Respironics and the AirMini auto CPAP from ResMed are top-selling travel CPAP machines. Since their market release, both devices have gone through ...

If you are someone who travels once or twice a year you may be thinking about renting a CPAP machine, but there are some good reasons to purchase a second machine other than for travel.

A machine, mask and related accessories are essential for your CPAP therapy routine. Use the tips in this guide to make sure each piece is cleaned properly.

Depending on whether you’re a mouth or nose breather and what type of CPAP device you’re using, you may experience symptoms such as a dry mouth, sore throat, dry and cracked lips, dry or...

Humidification has been proven in numerous studies to increase adherence with sleep therapy. Heated humidification, in particular, has been shown to augment the sense of waking up well-reste...

If you've just been diagnosed with sleep apnea, you should take comfort in knowing that you are not alone in coping with the frustrations of sleeping with a machine.

CPAP masks, like CPAP machines, require a prescription for purchase. Individual mask parts do not require a prescription.

A chinstrap is a stretchy piece of fabric that straps over the top and back of your head, down your jawline, and across your chin, like the inside straps of a bike helmet combined with rugby...