Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread - Page 13

Cenookie · 01-12-2010, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Smokin Gator

Get ready to get some much needed rest brother. I have had mine for about a year and half and feel so much better.

I couldn't agree more with you on this. When I first got my setup it took some getting used to, so stick with it. I found that my biggest issue was with my hoses, seemed to always get in the way. I spent more time waking up and moving the hoses. I found a hose management system call "Hozier" not sure about the spelling

, anyway the thing suspends the hose above your head. Now I'm sleeping thru the night, waking with more energy and feeling a lot better.

pnoon · 01-12-2010, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Cenookie

I couldn't agree more with you on this. When I first got my setup it took some getting used to, so stick with it. I found that my biggest issue was with my hoses, seemed to always get in the way. I spent more time waking up and moving the hoses. I found a hose management system call "Hozier" not sure about the spelling

, anyway the thing suspends the hose above your head. Now I'm sleeping thru the night, waking with more energy and feeling a lot better.

Glad to hear it.

PeteSB75 · 01-13-2010, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Cenookie

I couldn't agree more with you on this. When I first got my setup it took some getting used to, so stick with it. I found that my biggest issue was with my hoses, seemed to always get in the way. I spent more time waking up and moving the hoses. I found a hose management system call "Hozier" not sure about the spelling

, anyway the thing suspends the hose above your head. Now I'm sleeping thru the night, waking with more energy and feeling a lot better.

That sounds very complicated. I just make sure mine is between the pillow and the headboard and off to my zzzzzzzzzzzz.

BigCat · 01-13-2010, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Thanks for the support, fellas.

As part of the follow up, I got my nasal passages and throat scoped. After the local, it was only mildly uncomfortable. Now that the local has worn off, my throat is really sore. Hopefully, the burgundy I am enjoying while preparing pasta with red sauce will dull the pain.

Ouch! Consumption of red wine and red sauce sound like the wrong way to soothe a sore throat

Enjoy. Good luck with the CPAP. Its made a difference for me.

pnoon · 01-13-2010, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCat

Ouch! Consumption of red wine and red sauce sound like the wrong way to soothe a sore throat

Enjoy. Good luck with the CPAP. Its made a difference for me.

You are probably right. But it sure did help.

BigCat · 01-13-2010, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

You are probably right. But it sure did help.

Glad to hear it

Smokin Gator · 01-13-2010, 10:39 AM

By far the hardest thing for me initially was sleeping on my back. I had always slept on my stomach. My wife got me a TemperPedic (sp) pillow that has a little raised part where the curve of your neck goes. It made it much more comfortable for me.

As for the hose... My CPAP is on the nightstand which is on my right when I am laying in bed on my back. I just put the hose under my right arm around the bicep area and it just kind of stays out of my way.

BigCat · 01-13-2010, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Smokin Gator

By far the hardest thing for me initially was sleeping on my back. I had always slept on my stomach. My wife got me a TemperPedic (sp) pillow that has a little raised part where the curve of your neck goes. It made it much more comfortable for me.

As for the hose... My CPAP is on the nightstand which is on my right when I am laying in bed on my back. I just put the hose under my right arm around the bicep area and it just kind of stays out of my way.

I've found that I can still sleep on my stomach if I just use the edge of the pillow. My mask basically hangs off the end. It works well when I feel like reverting back to that. You might want to try it (assuming you haven't already). I still really don't sleep on my back. Mostly side sleeping otherwise. But once in awhile it feels nice to roll over onto my stomach.

CigarNut · 01-13-2010, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BigCat

I've found that I can still sleep on my stomach if I just use the edge of the pillow. My mask basically hangs off the end. It works well when I feel like reverting back to that. You might want to try it (assuming you haven't already). I still really don't sleep on my back. Mostly side sleeping otherwise. But once in awhile it feels nice to roll over onto my stomach.

I do the same thing.

The bottom line is that you need to be persistent in order to accommodate the mask and hose while you sleep.

htown · 01-13-2010, 11:46 AM

It has certainly made a big difference for me. I feel more rested and I no longer snore.

Emjaysmash · 01-31-2010, 02:51 PM

I dont remember if I updated this or not, but I went back for a second sleep study with the CPAP. I have one ordered for me. my pressure is "+10", the same as my uncle. (Now we have something in common!)

kelmac07 · 01-31-2010, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Emjaysmash

I dont remember if I updated this or not, but I went back for a second sleep study with the CPAP. I have one ordered for me. my pressure is "+10", the same as my uncle. (Now we have something in common!)

Stick with it MJ!!

pnoon · 02-08-2010, 09:32 PM

Got my APAP machine today. It's a CPAP that automatically adjusts the airflow/pressure.

Tonight is my first night with it. I'm optimistic.

Emjaysmash · 02-08-2010, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Got my APAP machine today. It's a CPAP that automatically adjusts the airflow/pressure.

Tonight is my first night with it. I'm optimistic.

Good Luck Peter!

pnoon · 02-08-2010, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Emjaysmash

Good Luck Peter!

I appreciate the support.
Thanks.

SmokeyJoe · 02-08-2010, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I appreciate the support.
Thanks.

I love mine, Peter... has made a big difference for the better.

pnoon · 02-08-2010, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by SmokeyJoe

I love mine, Peter... has made a big difference for the better.

I'm hoping for the same, Joe.

Emjaysmash · 02-08-2010, 10:15 PM

How does an APAP work? Is the a sensor that measures resistance? I thought that during the study the only way they could measure how much pressure was needed was to sort of guesstimate the pressure level as to how much was needed to keep you breathing?

Don Fernando · 02-09-2010, 02:02 AM

Peter, don't expect miracles in a night, it takes a few days/weeks to get used to the machine and it also takes a few weeks before you notice the difference, but once that happens you wish you had done it years ago.

pnoon · 02-09-2010, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Don Fernando

Peter, don't expect miracles in a night, it takes a few days/weeks to get used to the machine and it also takes a few weeks before you notice the difference, but once that happens you wish you had done it years ago.

I certainly don't expect overnight miracles. I am eager, though, to settle into a routine.

The first night was cumbersome. Woke up almost every hour. I think mostly due to having the headgear/mask on. The machine was very quiet. I'm not sure the humidifier was working or set properly. Virtually no water was used and I was very dry this morning.

01-13-2010, 10:39 AM	#7
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htown Feeling at Home Join Date: Dec 2008 First Name: Mike Location: Sugar Land Posts: 877 Trading: (29)	Re: Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread It has certainly made a big difference for me. I feel more rested and I no longer snore.

01-31-2010, 02:51 PM	#11
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread I dont remember if I updated this or not, but I went back for a second sleep study with the CPAP. I have one ordered for me. my pressure is "+10", the same as my uncle. (Now we have something in common!) __________________

02-08-2010, 09:32 PM	#13
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread Got my APAP machine today. It's a CPAP that automatically adjusts the airflow/pressure. Tonight is my first night with it. I'm optimistic. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

02-08-2010, 10:15 PM	#18
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread How does an APAP work? Is the a sensor that measures resistance? I thought that during the study the only way they could measure how much pressure was needed was to sort of guesstimate the pressure level as to how much was needed to keep you breathing? __________________

02-09-2010, 02:02 AM	#19
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	Re: Sleep Apnea Support/Questions Thread Peter, don't expect miracles in a night, it takes a few days/weeks to get used to the machine and it also takes a few weeks before you notice the difference, but once that happens you wish you had done it years ago. __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.