🤯 3 Tips To Improve Your CPAP Mask Seal

[@CPAPReviews]

G'day mates If you use a ResMed AirSense 10 or 11 you can now register for a free www.sleephq.com account. It's super easy to upload, review and share your cpap therapy data. We're adding new CPAP machines to the platform every month so join our mailing list and we will let you know when your CPAP is compatible cpap.review/sleephq-newsletter

[@ecoarena]

Just got my first CPAP machine (Resmed AirSense 10) and, word of mouth, led me to your site - Sleephq is a brilliant resource and I've uploaded/viewed my data. Nick, you and Adsy, should be applauded for the way in which you have designed and present your information, from the most basic to more advanced levels - all in the name of helping us have more control of our health (sleep and more). Well done and thanks.

[@danielf6750]

I been on fisher & pykel for 6 years with just nose mask. Only recently got tld by my sleep disorders clinic im allowed to change the pressure . I got told i was not allowed as if I drove and had an accident and records stste i was on 11pressure but its dropped to 9 I can be i troule? Was tgis ever true. I mean I do not drive so doesnt affect me. But lary ive dtopped 11 to 10 api is down 2.8-2.9 to 0.8-1.6 =)

[@user-sc4or3pj8n]

Not so with me. Having trouble

[@mikeritter8819]

Struggling and exhausted. My mask keeps me up every night because it leaks and blows air on my face and in my eyes. Thank you for posting these videos. I am hoping to find a solution.

[@CPAPReviews]

G'day Mike, lot's of people have problems with mask leaks. The number one enemy is air pressure though so make sure you fine tune those therapy pressure levels as low as possible - here's a video how - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn2XlpqtedepmMk

[@Misfit-from-Zanti]

My girlfriend left me because it was blowing in Her face 😆 turned out to be a good thing.

[@danielf6750]

Omg really. Well shes shallow to be shitty just over aur blowing in her face. My pug loves it she sit on my chest in the morning. Its like a free fan to her lolllllllll

[@andyiwanski939]

These machines are a hoax. They call it therapy. Total bull

[@andyiwanski939]

This was not helpful

[@marlaredman4892]

I am a new CPAP user. I find your videos to be helpful and informative. I was leaking last night. I got frustrated and took it off for a while. I think that I will have better results tonight. Thank you so much.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Marla, thanks for your kind words. Glad you find the videos helpful :-). The therapy can be very difficult for new customers but glad to see you are being proactive and learning how to make the therapy easier and more comfortable. Let me know if you ever need any advice or assistance. Nick :)

[@CPAPReviews]

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[@louiem1101]

@@CPAPReviews Why? What's the deal with them?

[@nlaughton]

@@CPAPReviewsyou are literally SO helpful. Thank you for everything you’re doing and super glad you’re still up. Cheers from the US!

[@lukewebber5562]

Holy hell. Thanks you so much for this! I struggled for over a year with ongoing mask leaks. Spent a fortune trying different masks, and then rage quit therapy. I only just returned last week due to ongoing daytime fatigue and lack of energy. Still struggled with leakage. Then I found this video while researching alternative masks (I'm using an AirTouch F30). Turns out, my pressure of 14 was way too high for my needs. Last night, I dropped it to 11 and leakage dropped dramatically, while my AHI was a solid 0.7. I plan to calibrate for the best balance over the next few nights, but first I came where to thank you for your pressure titration tip. I never thought of changing the setting from the initial APAP calibration point.

[@DS-uo5ie]

Luke,Hell is not Holy!

[@lukewebber5562]

@@DS-uo5ie it all depends on who you worship. If anyone.

[@jeffwatzig2213]

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[@PurpleSwan]

I am getting to the point where I really anticipate this guy and his next videos. He deals with interesting subjects. Most of his videos is short and to the point without a lot of unnecessary mumbo-jumbo. If he goes long in some videos, it is really necessary to benefit from the information you are getting from him. Thanks very much, "Mate".

[@evenbiggeral5089]

This is the most important information for new CPAP users.

[@CPAPReviews]

Awesome, appreciate that :-)

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[@kathymcel]

Because you're not supposed to advise people to change "clinical" settings

[@myrnabayne7961]

Excellent information. I’m a 26 year CPAP user. Just learning the options on my newest machine. Thank you

[@barbararosselot2025]

I just found your videos and this was the first one I saw. So much helpful information. I did the first thing you mentioned, lowering my pressure by 1 and I’ve had 2 scores of 100 for two days in a row! Thanks, Nick!

[@johnbriceno5912]

I’ve been for a week into the cpap therapy, and it has been very frustrating. My mask is an f20, but I’m a side sleeper, so any time that I go to deeper stages of my sleep, the mask looses it seal and you find yourself with a bunch of air going to your eyes and with a bad noise. After that it’s really difficult to sleep again, so you feel frustrated and tired. I feel very tired and thinking about changing my mask for an f30i, which is designed for side sleepers. Thanks for the videos and for sharing the information, it helps with the process of getting used to the therapy.

[@curious.capricorn3741]

I was recently diagnosed with sleep apnea and trying to figure out the mask is probably the most frustrating part. I live in and area that doesn’t have easy access to my sleep doctor, so I am constantly having to learn on my own. I thank you 🙏 this is very helpful

[@CPAPReviews]

Yeah the mask is tricky especially if you don't have access to a clinic etc. Good luck mate. Nick

[@factfulness-perleth7764]

No matter how good you doctor is, the main challenge is what you do yourself. The doctors job is to find the excact diagnose, its not his job to accept a disease and comply to that. Apnea patients are very different. Thats our own job to manage the treatment in our daily life. Make your own experiments, and sooner or later they will lead to succes. Good we have the net, where you can find both good and worthless information. Its up to you to find out what is right in your situation.

[@wadeballard4383]

Thank you for this thought, “ the therapy should be balanced with the need for sleep”

[@beseez]

New CPAP user as of last Thursday. Very frustrated by the entire process. Love your informative videos. thank you. My F&P hybrid full facial mask is great since you helped me learn to manually adjust temp and humidity. I also learned how to settle this mask to help me breathe and seal. Thank you again. Leaking is being figured out (noisy), but, am experiencing less ahi under 3. Key is finding our best sleep while managing our apnea. Thank you.

[@jtee9548]

300lbs+, beard & moustache, Philips Dream Station, set to 13.5. I use the Amara View "full face" (in medium cushion) which just fits from the BOTTOM of your nose to your chin, very small, very comfy if normal masks bug you. Doesn't go over the nose, goes under it, it's hard to believe it'll seal but it does. I switched to my old CPAP machine because of the Phillips recall and I use it at 14.6! Leaks aren't an issue. Change the damn cushion ($40USD) every couple of months and it's awesome. After about 3 months you can INSTANTLY feel the difference with a new cushion. When I make 'em last 6 months plus it's night and day better when I replace it. Wash the cushion is dish washing soap (Dawn brand in the US) and it screws it up, it turns white and isn't as supple. Not a problem with the Res Med full face my cousin uses. The Amara View mask has a quick release hose feature for trips to the bathroom or kicking the cat out.

[@brettwitzel]

#1: get pressure levels right. Learn how to change pressure levels #2: figure out how to check your sleep data. Ideally under 5. Drop it to 8. Get 95th percentile. Set pressure limits for auto max and auto min. Goal is to reduce max limits. #3: get mask wipes to remove oil from mask or wipe mask with soapy water daily. Mask cushion needs replaced regularly #4: replace mask with rez med mirage Quattro. F10 Quattro. Roll fit Terra. IsSan or isSan two. P10 mask with N 30 strap. P30 with nasal cushion.

[@rickbrzyski4334]

How do you change the pressure levels yourself ? I know there are videos on how to do this. Where do you find these videos on how to change your clinical pressure?

[@maryzulick9369]

@@rickbrzyski4334Did you ever get an answer to your question?

[@scootermom1791]

I don't think I can change my levels because I'm on a fixed pressure level. So maybe some machines have this option and others don't? 🤔

[@allenrousseau5668]

Thank you Nick for doing these video's! Greatly appreciated! Funny how I see a lung doc after having double covid pnuemonia Apr 2019. I would see him briefly, as they are so busy! I was on oxygen till Sep2019. I have had inflammation fluid around the heart as one of the after effects of Covid, now I really rely on the CPAP to keep my oxygen levels happy and my heart not laboring so much. You present, and articulate information very well, so a regular guy like me can understand! Very thankful! God bless you! AL from CT!

[@CPAPReviews]

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[@Tucker2love]

I’m almost in the same boat as you except I don’t think I have fluid around my heart. And they did a CT scan with contrast. However I got the pneumonia and I’m still on oxygen after seven weeks which means that I probably have scarring in my lungs. How do you feel now? Just curious because this is 2021 and what happened to you happened in 2019. I would like to know if you fully recovered?

[@SimonTemplarVK3XEM]

I have been using CPAP for close on 15 years and have finally booked in for another sleep study in October. My mask of choice is the ResMed F30, having tried many full face masks over the years.

[@CPAPReviews]

Nice one mate, thanks for sharing your experience. Nick :)

[@shadythereok]

Try the F30i, amazing

[@colleenpedder5715]

I am new to all this. Still on my trial. So glad I found you thankyou so much.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Colleen, welcome to circus! Glad you're enjoying the channel. Kind regards. Nick

[@mikeb1039]

Been 2 months and I've still not slept for an hour wearing this gd torture device. Fraid I'm giving it up.

[@laurawhigham8492]

I’ve been wearing the torture device for over a year now, still make occasional adjustments, but it is actually better than not wearing it. Best wishes

[@en2oh]

If you can get a good fit, your first really good nights sleep might help you change your mind. I’m overwhelmed by how poorly I was sleeping in the past. Virtually no REM sleep during the few hours I actually got during my test night. Good luck

[@mikeb1039]

@@en2oh 2nd time through. This time bipap. Slept ONE time for 3 hrs, otherwise have never slept more than 1/2 hour straight without something waking me up. I"ve 11 masks, 3 ea full face, pillow, cradle. And the Bleep Halos and the mouthguard device with no headgear. Suffice it to say I hate every one of them and this damned device.

[@shan6556]

I use an over the counter sleep aid and wear ear plugs. It really helps get you to sleep. I wash my face and my mask before sleep, and that helps with the seal. For air leaks drying my eyes, I drape a cloth over my eyes when I lay down to sleep. It doesn't completely eliminate it but it drops the irritation down enough to sleep.I live in AZ so the lack of humidity here makes the dry eyes and mouth way worse. It's worth getting used to your machine just for your quality of life. Good luck 😀

[@janweaver3112]

Struggling older person, recently diagnosed with severe sleep apnea. Discouraged by all the information needed to be successful with treatment. 60 events/hour, difficult to know how good the seal is with air that blows out on full face/pillow top. Finding the supplier fairly inadequate to teach the right way for 2 hours, 14 apneas.discourage.

[@Yoshi-1972]

Same . I feel horrible all day . Been a month . My sleep clinic zero help . I keep taking mask off . I think I will try taping the thing to my face or ties from my hair . Air blows from sides and I am taking the thing off . So frustrating.

[@en2oh]

@@Yoshi-1972 for what it’s worth, I think finding the right mask for you is key. I’ve been quite lucky. Diagnosed 1 month ago… but am scoring 100% on the ‘MyAir” application most nights. For my face, the AirTouch masks with memory foam seals seems to work best for me. I have to use the full face masks since I’m a mouth breather. Tape on my mouth did not work! I’ve had the most success with the AirTouch F20. I’m trying the F30 but without the memory foam my good ‘mask seal test’ leaks terribly when I roll over onto my side. So far, I feel so much more alert during the day and my AHI are typically below 5. Hang in there folks

[@MrSpeedyduck]

Having a blast watching your video. Not only its educational but entertaining as well. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@CPAPReviews]

Oh aren't you just the best! I think i need to make them a little bit more entertaining :-). Might play a little acoustic guitar at the end of my next vid haha

[@MrSpeedyduck]

@@CPAPReviews Maybe a ukelele intro and outtro performance will do the trick, lol! Kidding aside. Love how you clearly explain each topic in your videos. Great job!

[@coffee4d]

Wrote "having a blast" on a CPAP video... punny! ;)

[@lakeshialassiter5250]

I just love your videos! Even though I have been a CPAP patient for years, I still enjoy learning about different ways to make my journey a successful one! Looking forward to your next video!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Lakeshia, awww that's nice :-). Glad you enjoy them. Thank you

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[@johnlovell1035]

Just did modifications yesterday. Didn't do full dismissal, used a 7/8 diamond impregnated drill hole bit. Then sealed hole using 7/8 snap in hole plugs and then placed duct tape over them. Had to cut plugs seal edges to get fitted properly. The foam came out somewhat easy. Only difficulty was the factory dab of glue on a internal hold down points on each side. Used flashlight to shine into void to see if completely empty. Had to use hemostats to both remove foam and to clean off those glue points. Then reassembled and let run afew minutes. But went one step more, I placed the unit on C-check to readjust the air pressure flow. But the unit seam to be just a bit louder but no different the my old gray Resmed model. Ps tried using mask without that piece of baffling in the clip on area. So to replace used a filter replacement cut into small strips and then pressed them into the slot using a sewing needle.

[@CPAPReviews]

G'day John, thanks for the comment. I don't believe that's 'glue' more like foam degradation which causes it to get sticky. Most people these days are just buying the empty casing - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqa5lptoppJqbsU. If you find the channel useful please consider becoming a member - cpap.review/membership

[@pgerrey]

i love your advice nick much better than my provider

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Paul, thanks mate :-) Have a great weekend

[@stevesanders8172]

Excellent advice. I was reacting too quickly with pressure changes I think. I will wait a few days to give my data time to stabilize before adjusting pressure. Thank you.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Steve, cheers brother. Yeah it's a good idea to look at the averages over a few days, even a week to get the best idea as where to set the levels :-)

[@davehaggerty3405]

I’ve never tried CPAP. Around 20 years ago I got snoring surgery. A uvulaectomy. It reduced snoring by 75-80%. Increased night time breathing. Have not woke up choking since then. Just an alternative.

[@deniseyounger6004]

Every-time I get a new mask I have a week or so of leaking mask and frustration! Thanks for video

[@TravisInCanada1]

Side sleeper here and after trying all three, nasal, nasal pillow and full facemask I settled on the ResMed N20 Nasal (the one that just goes over your nose). For side sleeping I found it to hold the best seal, of course no mask is going to be 100% perfect and there are certain variables that may influence your sleeping experience. But I found the ResMed N20 Nasal held its place the best for me sleeping on my side all night.

[@toddhudson2951]

Just wanted to say Thanks for your videos, they're very informative. I just got a full face for my Resmed, since I was having trouble with opening my mouth too much with the nasal mask. EVERY night for a week or so the full face would leak and I'd take it off after a couple of hours, but this video helped me get my first full night with the new mask! Thanks again.

[@CPAPReviews]

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[@mikefaass9204]

Excellent video, very informative. So just received my F20 mask yesterday and had a rough go at it, leaking, too much air like I was in a wind tunnel etc. So as you mentioned I looked at my machine settings and realized I still had it set to “nasal pillows” once I selected to full face, re-adjusted my headgear, air wasn’t blowing hard and I passed my fit test. Hoping for a good nights sleep. Thanks for all the tips. Cheers

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Mike, glad i was able to assist you. Have a great day. Nick

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[@Electrodoc1968]

I recently restarted using my mask. I'd stopped for a while as my pressure was far too high I'd had it changed to 14 from 12 and it was to much.. However, when it came time for the 6 monthly NHS service / adjustment of the machine it was lockdown and I was expected to sit in a hospital waiting room full of people who had breathing problems at a time when a virus was abundant which caused people to go to hospital with breathing problems.. So call me paranoid but my machine also hadn't been used etc. I have found Epimax hand / skin cream works extremely well using 2x pea sized amounts on the rubber seal it's hypoallergenic, water based, used to cleanse skin without needing to be dried off and seems to last for 3 / 4 nights when applied to the mask seal. I'm still trying to rebook my hospital appointment with the machine but I still have a few months before it's 6 months of use has elapsed for its service I've also managed to lose 5-6 stones and obviously my eyelids often flap due to the eye sockets CPAP pressure. Very uncomfortable when eyelids pass gas.. I've now set CPAP to 10 and thanks to your video I know how to properly monitor my results. This comment started out as the Epimax tip I'd figured out. Now you know 50% of my medical history. LOL.. Cheers & All the best hope this may help someone out as the therapy is incredible when it's comfortable and setup correctly.

[@georgewen3453]

Well explained and spot on problem solving technique, truly appreciate your sharing of knowledge

[@threepwood56]

I have been using CPAP machines since 1996, and they have revolutionised my life... until a few months ago when suddenly I began leaking and at the same time opening my mouth and making incredible snorting sounds, according to my lovely wife. A week or go I was switched to a Resmed CPAP with a full-face mask (F30) but the leakage seems to occur sometime after I fall asleep. I've taken to ranting on You Tube comments. Different sleep apps tell me I haven't had more than 20 minutes of deep sleep in several months. Suddenly, old patterns have returned, like falling asleep at inopportune zzzzzzzzz snck... sorry... times and having a permanently foggy head.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey mate, you might like to check out this video i did on mouth leak - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYK0pHmrhb6ebLs . Let me know how you go. Cheers

[@kwhite145]

Love your channel new CPAP User for a month thanks for the info Nick😀

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Kenneth, welcome to the channel mate. Glad you're enjoying the vids. All the best brother. Nick

[@lacobayagamer3201]

Great video Jack Nicholson!

[@CPAPReviews]

Glad you enjoyed it! Would you believe i just had a baby boy and i named him Jack after his Great grandpa and middle name Nicholas after me haha.

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[@chrisbrady8186]

But, what happens when the doctor finds out you've reduced the pressure that he prescribed? Isn't he the one in charge of the pressure we require?

[@jimwest7107]

Been on CPAP for months and hating it. Hospital wanted to control pressure levels and had to fight to get the right to do it myself. I'm on level 16 but reducing by 0.4 and now around 14. Still feel the mask lifts away in the corners and I tend to drool, it's a mask that sits under the nose and full mouth. I have had anxiety and claustrophobia and seem to huge gulp down the air every hour then panic and rip the mask off. Have got the humidifier fairly sorted but still want to try a nasal only mask. Will try your level vs data approach.

[@angelamaxwell59]

Thanks so much for your video, been on cpap therapy since October, I have found out the cleaning the cushion every single day!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Angela, hope all is going well with your cpap therapy. Glad you enjoyed the video :-)

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[@nickrichards3841]

Very useful advice thanks

[@anthonymisell8845]

Having a beard I find the Resmed N30i with cushions to be the best after after training myself to keep my mouth shut in bed at night with a chin strap, I also shaved a little under my nose to get a better seal and it works great

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Anthony, great advice mate! I know a lot of guys struggle with the beard so glad to hear the N30i is doing the trick for you. Yep can certainly take some practice and training to keep the mouth shut but like most things, if you put your mind to it and practice you eventually get good at it :-). Have a great day. Nick

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[@madonnacole1758]

Thank you so much

[@wendyschneider7789]

I am a new user and your videos are the best and have helped me so much! Thank you!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Wendy, welcome to the cpap community! Great to hear the channel has been helpful. Have a great day Nick

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[@TheCoolOwen]

I had to go into clinical settings and INCREASE my pressure from a wimpy 7 to 14. Sleep so much better now that I BLAST my sinuses.

[@stevesanders4481]

Another excellent video! Thank you' Nick!

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks Steve, appreciate that :)

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[@bcd689]

thanks for uploading hopefully I can get my mask to seal now

[@CPAPReviews]

Glad I could help

[@peterfindlay8333]

Appreciate the very clear, appropriate advice.

[@CPAPReviews]

HI there, thanks for the kind words. You're welcome!

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[@lynnrushton7458]

My partners escaping air drives me crazy! He doesn’t even wake up! 🙈💤💤. Thank you so much for this info 👌.......fingers crossed , I might get a decent nights sleep, once he has watched this 🤞🤞

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[@clairebear833]

My husband just started using one a month ago and it wakes me up every night 🤦🏽‍♀️ Hoping this video will help.

[@jtenrec1]

When I used a nasal mask, it leaked every night. I used cpap gel and that helped a bit, but my cpap supplier suggested switching to nasal pillows. THAT ended the leak issues. It took a bit (about 2 weeks) for my nostrils to adjust to the pillows, but it works great.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Alan, thanks for sharing your experience. Glad to hear you're having some success with the pillow mask. All the best Nick

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[@paddydemps2291]

Thanks heaps for all of these vids! I’ve been using a CPAP for a week now and have been stressing about all of these things and you’ve been a big help. Cheers!

[@circotribecirco3366]

My daughter uses a sleep weaver anew mask. Her skin needed a break from the other masks. She always had a triangle rash on her face. She is a dedicated mouth breather. She uses a BiPap machine. This combination solved quite a few issues. The one issue left has been difficult to solve. Her mask leaks. She very willingly puts on her mask each night and uses it all night. Her disability makes it difficult to accept change. Also, she likes to be independent. She used to pull her straps so tightly, she didn't want us to loosen it. Now, with the cloth mask, Her face is cleared up, but we are having difficulty adjusting this mask to fit without leaks. She's very independent and doesn't want help from us. Also, she has a very small head. Those straps just don't fit right. I had to sew them smaller. I have been told we have the smallest straps available. With so many people with Down syndrome requiring cpap and BiPap machines, you would think there would be a subset of masks designed for their face profile, head size and shape. Don't they make children's sizes? I'm sorry to ramble. Partly, there are details that make a difference. I guess I also need to vent a little. I thought your video would cover what I need for my daughter. Do you have a video on the sleep weaver? Or how to fit masks on children? Thank you for your help!

[@louiem1101]

YASOU Uncle Nicko. Per your note above, I assume I can get my data for APAP from my ResMed 10 on this data you mentioned? 1. The 90th or 95th percentile 2. The average pressure level 3. Your AHI My leaks have been up. I'm at 10-15 auto pressure but AHI are all under 5 events. Seal leaks have been over 20-30-40 L/min. This is all from myAir app only. I'm going use SD card now and SleepHQ. Thank you sir!

[@larissapickering4792]

Great video! Thank you so much Nick!!!!!

[@CPAPReviews]

My Pleasure :-). Glad you enjoyed it Larissa

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[@foreverdrift]

Cheers for making this video! It's really, really helpful :)

[@patriciabraford4303]

I ty I've watched this a couple of times. Thanks.

[@charlestaylor3817]

Thanks for sharing this message which helps me to understand and learn more information about c.pac machine 👍😀

[@willbush1]

Great video, the key is to know your machine and learn how to change areas for your confort, not the doctors; monitor & document your daily data which I get from MyAir; I also track type of mask use; I transfer all data to a MS Word Table with these Date/Hours&mins used/Mask Seal Score/Events Per HR(AHI)/type of equipment used (small headgear with Med Cushion etc/Score. Daily entry looks like this : 11/7/2020 7:16 hrs 70 pts Good 20/20 pts 0.1= 5 pts HCS 1=5ptsNMaskSM Score 100 (used Nasal Mask with Small Headgear & med cushion) ;I then adjust my equipment based on daily data received. My average AHI since I started 228 days ago is 1.32 AHI, Used 100% average time 7hrs 30 mins; Average use > 6hrs 100%; I control my machine, the machine does not control me. I have some issues with mask leak and this video is great as I feel I can now tweak my pressure correctly to maximize mask leak minor issue. Sorry for length of this but data tracking vs testing various masks is the only way to take charge of your comfort in using the darn CPAP machine/mask

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks for the great tips Will. Have a great day. Nick

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[@traces2807]

Omg, the photo for the vid cracks me right up! That's how I feel, lol

[@Tucker2love]

I have never had a good seal in six years… I think I have a pressure level problem. Thank you for doing these videos I’m going to call my respiratory therapist and have a talk because I watched your show the other day on how to adjust the level and I cannot find it on my machine. It’s almost like they took away my ability to adjust it., I mean my insurance company…

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Raven, here's a good video you should check out - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn2XlpqtedepmMk . Once you have watched, drop a comment with what machine you have an i'll send you a tutorial on how to adjust the pressure. Cheers

[@andrewpersaud4144]

Long term nasal pillow user. Unless the straps are very snug, you will wake up with the red angry face on your machine. Somehow or someway a leak will occur and your whole day ruined due to lack of energy and brain fog. Rule of thumb: Your nose should be in minor pain when you wake up. If the nasal pillow was on snug, multiple hours with it on will for sure cause some discomfort when you wake up and notice it. I guarantee you if you want 100% convenience, you will wake up with the red angry face minimum 3 times a week. No pain no gain my friends. The advice from people who don't have to actually use it for eternity is useless. You need the advice of people who are actually in the war zone battling everyday.

[@trento8397]

From my experience, using alot of apap pressure, between 8 and 20, some days really good others not so good, so long story short what worked for me is min and max pressure same epr 1, most nights my ahi under 1

[@CPAPReviews]

Here's a good video worth watching mate - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGfCf3uhjcyGiLc

[@bddavey]

I changed my settings once and the next time I went to the Dr, he was wondering how what he set changed. I didn’t tell him I did it, I just let him change them back. Now I call his office and let him do it.

[@Donnaploss]

I use the full mask crap. I change my cushion every month. The indication that a new cushion is needed is when it starts “farting” or losing it’s seal. I change the head gear and tubing every 3 months. The filter I change every month.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Donna, i did have a chuckle when i read 'full mask crap'. Pretty accurate way to describe it really lol. Most people wouldn't need to change the cushion that frequently. Every 3-6 months should be adequate. What's the model of the mask you are using? Cheers

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[@JaimeDornanLady]

@@CPAPReviews Actually, the recommendation by Medicare, Medicaid, & Blue Cross Blue Shield (all in the U. S.) as well as ResMed, is to change the cushion every month. I agree with you, though-they probably don’t need to be changed that frequently AS LONG AS they’re inspected every week & have no cracks, discoloration, etc., etc.

[@onlockmobileskateshop113]

I just had a sleep study done and been diagnosed with severe sleep apnea. I had an 8hr sleep and had over 900 apnea. My longest apnea's were up to 69.5 seconds with a blood oxygen level below 75. I had roughly 160 of these longer events. Ive been having issues with nasal prongs so Im trying a full face mask now. Ive got the air sense 10. Hopefully cpap therapy will help me

[@CPAPReviews]

Nice one mate. It will make a big difference to your health and wellbeing :-)

[@Imawhiteboard]

This totally unrelated I'm American I love the Austin accent it's a reassuring tone. Comforting really nice tone. New Yorkers are harsh in speech what a huge difference

[@mattrichardson8096]

He's Australian lol

[@synthsign891]

Dude I clicked and liked just because of the thumbnail - who does your thumbnails?!

[@CPAPReviews]

Haha thanks. I do 🤟

[@patriciadiaz4714]

What about the airfit f20 I got diagnosed about 15yrs to late and my heart is paying the price. I stopped breathing 97 times a minute my poor heart was working on over drive but about 8yrs ago I got my c-pap machine and I'm now at 1.4 times a minute. Unfortunately heart damage was already done and I got a pacemaker. My pulmonary Dr says I'm his poster girl for use.. I use it 7nights+ and when I got my dreamstation I put my old machine next to my recliner for long movies that I sometimes fall asleep watching. I love your educational videos and your accent tops it off. Thank you ... Good day to you Sir

[@ban2700651]

Thanks for the info. I've been a CPAP auto user for many years and I'm learning more here that is helpful. I wonder if you've found out how not to have to use Rem-ZZZ's with the Wisp Mask. Rem-ZZZ's is a little cloth triangle that covers the nose silicone to keep sensitive skin from becoming sore/inflammed. This does at times affect the seal, plus, even the x-small Remzzz's is too large. Will check back for comments.

[@ban2700651]

Wisp is Respironics, best I've found; especially if your claustrophobic. The mask is soft in the fabric, but I do use the RemZZZ's to protect skin as mentioned above.

[@jlkenzo7551]

merci

[@jeffreymiller1350]

Awesome info!!! Much appreciated!!!

[@dpax7965]

Great tips, my struggles are having a short, broad nose and bridge. It's like there are no masks that really fit.

[@shaneharrison4775]

Gee thanks for this video it's a great help and that's only haveing seen just this segment. See in 2012 I was told I had sleep apnea to the tune of 13 times an hour however I wasnt told that I was told it was 13 times a night in my mind I said well that dont seem to be alot but I went to the address they sent me to to recieve my training to use my machine. Yeah right I got there they set me in a room and brought in a mask that reminded me of a giger face hugger from alien,anyhow they showed me how to fit it to my face and strap it down tight told me all I had to do was take it home and plug it in and the machine would do the rest ,sounds simple enough so I go ahead and did as I was told the first 3 nights were awesome but from the forth night on I would mask up tighten the straps and lay down and close my eyes and turn on the machine it started lite and slow with minimum pressure and just as I was dozing off the matching over pressured and was breaking the seal on my face makeing all sorts of noise wakeing both me and my wife. I called the next morning and the said bring in your mask the looked at it but I didnt see them do anything with it the said there you go it should be fine. So again that evening I put on the mask and turned on the machine and it again started low and slow then shot up and broke the seal again this time makeing alot more noise. I shut it off waited and restarted it and it did great till it began pressurizing again. I had that unit 4 months took it in the last time and told them something's wrong with the machine it keeps breaking the seal and wakeing everyone in the house. They assured me the machine was fine and I was an idiot because I didnt know how to run my machine I smiled though I wanted to break that guys neck and turned to the door and said call me when you have fixed the machine so it works as I was told it should. Well this year my doctor asked me how i was doing with my cpap i laughed and said if i never see another one as long as i live I'll be fine. My first wife passed and I remarried and hit a rough patch but things are working out. Anyway my doctor wanted to know what happened and I told him they set me up for another sleep study and a new machine a Philip's dream machine the man gave me the entire lesson on what to do and gave me a new mask with the hose over my head and the mask itself goes under my nose and works awesome I have never slept so well. He told me when you get home fill the water tank and assemble the hoses and mask turn it on and set it at 4 for the air flow and set the temp at 3 also said i could change the temp as the weather changes and i do. I have all the goodies that came with the unit but cant seem to locate cleaning instructions for the tank filters hoses and mask. On here I cought warm soapy water and all what about the little strap at the back of the mask it's like neoprene and cloth kinda and not sure how to work on that and do I need to rinse everything with warm water too.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Shane, welcome mate. Glad you found it useful! Thanks for sharing your experience :-). Yes, just hand wash the back strap with a little warm soapy water and then rinse and hang to dry. Cheers

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[@Mark_Ocain]

..and stay reasonably clean shaven as well..stubble can affect the seal.

[@CPAPReviews]

Great advice mate although some of the ladies love a little stubble haha :-)

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[@99991ray]

Every night for me results in my nose getting cold ( despite heater on) and dryness inside the nose almost to and including, inner nostril pain, acute enough to wake me up. So, just before I lay down with the CPAP on, I like to put some petroleum jelly on my finger and ever so lightly apply it to the inside of my nose. (If I have cold, I like to switch to Vicks Vapor rub instead.) The nose piece and the petro jelly makes for a nice seal, you simply wash the equipment off the next day.

[@siminfar2107]

Thank you, great help!

[@CPAPReviews]

Glad you enjoyed it mate. Cheers

[@djustilien]

I actually like the nasal pillow one he mentions last. It's the most comfortable for me, I just have to use the chin strap with it because I tend to still open my mouth at night....and the dry mouth you will get is insane haha. I'm having to use my full face right now because I can't find my chin strap and....it's tragic because I cannot get the seal right ever.

[@EdSmith724]

Hey Nick, you have some great insights but you could trim the videos a lot to make them shorter. For example you could delete the first minute or so because the people watching this video don’t need a rationale for why to watch the video, they made that decision when they saw the title of the video and clicked on it.

[@m.sue1804]

How I sleep with the therapy?? Sleep? What’s that? Since I started this therapy I don’t sleep. Wake up about 5 times a night with such dry mouth my tongue is stuck to roof of my mouth. I slept better when I stopped breathing.

[@robynlecky5515]

Could you please show the masks as you are talking about them, it would be very helpful thankyou

[@kodiak4777]

Going to try some of these tips tonight. I just started my pap therapy and i want to tune everything in, but i am feeling sooo much better. I have tried the airfit n20, F&P simplus and the F20i and so far I think the f20i has been the most comfortable.

[@CPAPReviews]

Great stuff! Good luck

[@janicenaquin6396]

Thank you so much!

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Janice, very welcome :)

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[@Angel200929]

Just got new head straps, thought the problem was the straps also thinned out my hair as I’ve got thick curly hair 👩🏼‍🦱 used thinning scissors and cut my hair shorter, so might the set pressure level was at 11 since I’ve just check and change it to level 6 and start up at level 4 for the 5 ramp

[@larryschmidt4622]

I love your channel Nick. My Resmed Airsense 10 will arrive tomorrow. I've been going through all your videos in preparation. Great videos for newbies. I appreciate you Brother

[@CPAPReviews]

That's great man. Good choice of machine also. All the best. Nicko

[@lorenengland4079]

My pulmonologist controls my pressure. It has built in WIFI and he can change it as I see him annually.

[@RickBeligni]

Great explanation.

[@DoctorSmartyPants]

I'm surprised you did not cover these additional contributors to leaky mask. 1. The mask size itself may not be the best size for you. For full face masks, if it is not wide enough at the mouth to completely cover your mouth, you can get leaks at corner of mouth. If the mask is too tall or too short, same thing. 2. Headgear. Is it the right size for your head? The standard size may be too large for you. The strap going over top of head plays a role in mask being held in place and needs to be able to be snugged down. Headgear has a stretchiness component that wears out, so replace the Headgear often, like every 3 months. 3. Fluid loss from our face. During the night, our cells dehydrate, and so the mask will loosen on the face and will need slight tightening.

[@CPAPReviews]

This video is aimed at improving the mask you already have. Cheers

[@citizengar]

Great video. Thanks for the tips.

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks buddy, glad to hear see you're still enjoying the content and thanks for joining the facebook page also ;-)

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[@jmurphy6767]

4. Wash your face before going to bed.

[@ash4957]

Awesome detailed info.

[@CPAPReviews]

Appreciate the kind words. Thank you

[@nancybee7864]

Thank you for the tips 😀

[@alicestanley177]

The company said that only with the doctor's prescription that they can change the pressure. I have the index never goes over 3 and the leak when I move my head even the seal was very good when I put on it is driving me crazy and wakes me up every time. I have interrupted sleep even the index is good. The wrost is that the machine kept saying that my mask seal is great 5/5.

[@MIlw55]

Pretty sure I'm doing good. 90% @ 11. Average @ 10.2. AHI @ zero. Mask fit 100%.

[@ednaalencar6205]

You rock! Thank you a bunch!

[@CPAPReviews]

Wow, thanks Edna! So do you. Nick

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[@bossmodl3thalpoppa484]

Used my cpap for the 1st time last night,woke up and my mouth was so dry even though i used the distilled water

[@philipcecchini5474]

Interesting and helpful. But isn’t this what we pay our sleep therapist for? They have been trained to study our needs and adjust machine settings accordingly?

[@laurawhigham8492]

I have found, in my area (southeastern US), the Resmed therapists are under trained and overworked. I’ve learned more about sleep apnea and treatment from this guy than from the therapists and the doctor. Best wishes

[@bonniem.pederson7105]

Thanks👍🙏

[@RattyRad]

A little advice. Keep your mask clean. Wipe the area of your face that the mask touches with alcohol or witch hazel.

[@rich232399]

10 year user Just got sleep apnea mouth guards Wow keeps the air way open

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm going to be doing a vid on the mouth guards shortly. Have a great day. Nick

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[@jsteifel]

great info. I have been having leaks, and turned down my pressure, good to know I was doing the right thing. Got a question, where does your exhaled air /co2 go on a RESMED 11 w/an airfit F20 go? I can't seem to locate how the expelled air is exited.

[@bpatton28]

What makes the mask whistle.

[@CPAPReviews]

Condensation mate. It's the water droplets in the exhalation ports holes. Cheers

[@lukewebber5562]

Thanks

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks Luke, that's very kind of you. The donation is very helpful and i appreciate your generosity. Cheers

[@danmatuschek7387]

The mask doing a flutter fart is the worst, am I right?

[@marys7744]

I gave up for a while because the noise matches my breathing. I am assuming it is the mask but not sure. Why does this keep happening? I had the machine checked and got all new supplies yesterday and the same thing happens. I am beyond frustrated and can't get good sleep.