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Fixed CPAP Machines Comparisons and Reviews

A fixed CPAP machine delivers a constant or “fixed” flow of air, which is used to treat sleep apnea. These fixed CPAP machines are the standard, and deliver an air flow measured in centimeters of water (cmH2O). This flow of air acts as a splint that keeps the airways open the way they should be. Being able to breathe properly at night without interruption can make a huge difference in how you feel and in your overall health.

You might be wondering which fixed CPAP machine to buy, but maybe our customer reviews can help you make some comparisons. Here are some reviews from people who are happy with their fixed CPAP machines.

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Troubleshooting a CPAP Machine – How to To Fix the Problems

Troubleshooting a CPAP Machine – What Can Happen and How to To Fix the Problems

Most of the time, if you are experiencing a problem with your CPAP machine, it’s because of the extensions and not the machine itself. These common problems you might experience with your CPAP machine are easy to fix. You might face a few of these problems when you first start using your machine, because they can take some getting used to. There are a few things you can do and some easy adjustments you can make to make it more comfortable and untroubling. Check out these things before you call up your medical supplier to file a complaint.

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CPAP and biPAP Machines – What Do They Do and How do They Differ?

CPAP and biPAP Machines – What Do They Do and How do They Differ?

The two types of machines that are used to treat sleep apnea are CPAP machines and BiPAP machines. Sleep apnea causes you to lose oxygen during the night when you stop breathing, which is dangerous and leads to much bigger problems down the line. There are two types of sleep apnea – Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Central Sleep Apnea. The differences in these two types of sleep apnea is often treated by these two types of machines because of the specific needs.

The CPAP machine was invented in 1981 by an Australian Professor named Colin Sullivan, and it stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. Just as the name implies, it administers one level of air pressure at all times and is used to keep the airways open. For this reason, it is used to treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

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Use of a CPAP Machine for Sleep Apnea and a Better Night’s Sleep

Use of a CPAP Machine for Sleep Apnea and a Better Night's Sleep

Sleep apnea can be an underlying issue because you might not be aware that you have it. Sometimes it takes someone being in the room with you while you are sleeping to tell you that you might have sleep apnea. If not, you should be paying attention to how you feel in the morning and throughout the day for signs that you need to be checked for this potentially dangerous problem.

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CPAP/BiPAP as a Treatment for Sleep Apnea

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition in which while the patient is sleeping their airway becomes narrowed and airflow pauses or decreases, this can be confirmed by a sleep study. CPAP or Continuous Positive Airway Pressure is the most common form of therapy for the treatment of OSA. CPAP machines increase the pressure in the airway in order to maintain a clear airway while the patient sleeps. BiPAP or bi-level positive airway pressure is a similar therapy that has two pressure levels involved so that the patient can breath out against the lower pressure.

For patients in need of sleep therapy there are many CPAP and BiPAP products available. Some machines have a set high and low pressure range prescribed by the doctor for patient comfort and automatically adjust the pressure within that range according to the patient’s needs while they are asleep. Other machines have one set pressure that must be set determined by their physician. Some machines have special comfort features such as humidification or oxygen therapy. At AMSR we also carry portable BiPAP machines so our patients can sleep easy regardless of where they are.
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While You Were Sleeping: What’s New in CPAP/BiLevel Therapy

American Medical Sales & Repair is pleased to announce that we now offer the best in Sleep Therapy to our customers. DeVilbiss, ResMed and Respironics offer the best in patient comfort, reliability and affordability for our patients who require assistance during sleep.

Sleep Therapy is oftentimes prescribed by a physician for the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The most common form of therapy is the use of a CPAP machine, or sometimes BiLevel, in order to assist during sleep.

With Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), a physician prescribes a single pressure setting which pushes air or oxygen into the patient’s airway via a “patient interface,” such as a nasal mask or full face mask. This increased pressure in the airway helps to keep the airway open while the patient slumbers. Since the pressure is “continuous,” the patient receives the same amount of pressure on both inhalation and exhalation.

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