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CPAP Machines
A CPAP machine is used for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). CPAP machine choice can be a difficult one. At UK CPAP, we
are a core provider with a difference. We know many
of you coming here for the first time and have not
used cpap machines before.
Choosing the best CPAP machine for sleep apnoea can
be difficult because of the numerous models and
options available. Knowing what is available and
what to look for will help you find the best CPAP
machine to suit your lifestyle.
This is where we can help, it’s always better
to try before you buy which is why we offer a renting
service so you can see if you happy before you make
a commitment.
If you decide to buy after renting, we take the
cost of renting off your purchase price so you won’t
lose any money.
You can rent any of these CPAP machines for 1, 3 or 6
months; buy or pay by installments.
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An APAP (Automatic Positive
Airway Pressure) machine adjusts in a breath by breath
basis to your ideal pressure. This being the more
popular and successful type of machine...
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If you have any
difficulty deciding or require assistance with which
machine you require, please do not hesitate to contact
us here at UK
CPAP for further assistance.
Here are some basic important things to understand
before deciding your CPAP machine:
CPAP: Continuous Positive Airway
Pressure therapy is the most recommended and the
most effective treatment for sleep disorders such
as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). A CPAP machine
provides air at a constant pressure through a tube
and out of a CPAP mask to a person during sleep.
CPAP therapy provides a constant airflow which holds
the airway open so that uninterrupted breathing
is maintained during sleep. This eliminates sleep
apnea events and allows the user to get a restful
sleep. The pressure of the air is determined by
a sleep study.
CPAP Auto (APAP): Automatic Positive
Airway Pressure machines adjust in a breath by breath
basis to your ideal pressure. These being the more
popular and successful machines.
CPAP BiLevel (BiPAP): These devices
haves two different adjustable pressure levels.
A higher level for inspiration and a lower level
for expiration.
Portable: Some machines are small,
compact and lightweight ideal for those who enjoy
camping or traveling. Some machines will have battery
pack for times where mains power is unavailable.
Noise Level: All CPAP machine will
produce a low level noise. The amount of noise may
effect you or others so some machines have been
developed with a low noise output.
Humidifier: When using CPAP, air
with low moisture can dry out and irritate your
nose and throat, especially for new users adjusting
to the therapy. This can make your air passages
uncomfortable and cause congestion. Nasal congestion
also leads to mouth breathing, which perpetuates
the problem of dryness. Humidifiers add moisture
to the air from the CPAP machine reducing systems
of dryness and congestion.
Flexline: Some machines will have
Flexline mode, the pressure adjusts proportionally
to the individual respiration flow. This means an
increase in pressure on inspiration and a reduction
in pressure on expiration. This results in a particularly
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