Hale Breathing Tutorial - How To Wear It

[@alimccoy9132]

Nice help on a tricky little sucker!

[@Tricia8566]

Thank you! The Hale video was horrible and it hurt my nose. You solved it for me!

[@michaelb.4372]

I've tried both brands that you demonstrated plus a few others of the silicone or plastic variety. They were somewhat helpful but I have chronic nasal congestion. For about a year I've been using Silent Mammoth. It's made with thin, silicone coated, stainless steel wire. Seems to work better because the wire loops push out farther up my nose than the others I've tried. I just did a web search and saw a brand I have not seen before called Nasilator. It looks worth a try, so I just ordered a 4 size trial pack.

[@boombox4321]

How did you go with Nasilator? Do you find Silent Mammoth comfortable?

[@gsuscryst3921]

He’s been sleeping 5 months straight with no sign of stopping!

[@michaelb.4372]

@@boombox4321 Nasilator did not work any better for me than many of the others I've tried. So I've stayed with Silent Mammoth. One thing I like about SM is since it is wire, I can re-shape it to better fit my nasal cavities. It's not perfect but works somewhat better than alternatives I've tried. And yes, sometimes SM is uncomfortable, but I get accustomed to it after a while.

[@kevOzilla]

Listen to this! and i think many are in the same boat and dont even know! I have OSA or so i thought and my sleep clinic thought well i do but it ended up being something i never even thought of so i always had breathing issues with my nose from turbinate swelling on one side and never thought much of it i had been using a cpap for a month hated it switched to oral appliance which helped also but not as much as cpap but still worked and i have severe btw my doc said you know what why dont you go see a ent so i went no visual obstruction other then the turbinates and a very slight deviated septum that she said isnt worth doing surgery for as it didnt really block my nasal path but the turbinates did she then asked did i ever get a allergy test NOPE now fast forward turns out im highly allergic to dogs roaches and dust esp dust like very bad and one of my 24/7 symptom was my turbinate swelling she told me many people have that and dont even know she said one big contributor to osa is nose issues/blockages esp swollen turbinates i had started on zertec and nasal spray with a allergist which worked but long term use isnt good she started me on allergy shots and let me tell you ill just say this folks...GET AN ALLERGY TEST!!! DO BOTH PANELS ENVIRONMENTAL AND FOOD!!!!!!!

[@jellybeansi]

I remember trying some silicone nasal cones some years ago. They kept my nostrils from collapsing, but they took up so much space inside my nostrils, and they didn't create any extra space to compensate (ie. by pushing outward with some kind of spring mechanism), so in the end they didn't make much of a difference. These look way more effective.

[@CPAPReviews]

They're pretty good mate. Worth the $30 if you're in need of some help breathing through the nose. Cheers

[@cindytolbert1462]

First time trying the Hale tonight. Wish me luck k!

[@CPAPReviews]

Good luck!! You're nose will get a little sore

[@Pacifictheory]

How did it work out for you?

[@kevOzilla]

better then breathe right strips?

[@mews1950]

Mute device hurt my nose. Hale looks softer on the nose. Intake Breathing uses magnets on side of nostrils similar to Breathe Right strips. Cost-wise? I’d go with Breathe Right. I’ve given up on Eclipse Bleep system coming out for public use and requested a refund. Good luck everyone.

[@MountainDiva]

I use Breathe Right strips when I’m a wee bit stuffy too.

[@hollylorn131]

😊 Has anyone gotten sore rib muscles when you first use the CPAP machine? If you did, how do you continue to get used to the CPAP machine and what did you do about the painful rib muscles? 😊 Thanks . 🙏

[@mandysmith7900]

Hey Holly, I had horrendous pain in my ribs whilst my lungs were learning to work properly and expand. It does get easier, I promise! There's really nothing you can do though. It took me about 3 months to get used to the CPAP machine with a full face mask, then it was great until I nasal surgery and had to swap to nasal pillows! Now, I'm swapping between the 2 to make sure I get the air I need.

[@CPAPReviews]

@hollylorn131 yes it's very common. It's from the lactic acid build up in the intercostal muscles. Kind of like gym burn from a workout. They are working harder to exhale against the incoming airflow. Also like a gym sesh, your body will adapt and you'll soon be smashing goals. Cheers

[@mmac9996]

Thanks!

[@CPAPReviews]

Appreciate the donation. All the best

[@mmac9996]

Happy to support! I could not figure out how to use them and your explanation and demonstration helped me finally figure it out!

[@CPAPReviews]

Either could i haha

[@wmf1595]

Are these single-use products? Or do you clean them somehow and then reuse? I'm not sure I'd be able to get used to having something in my nose like that, but if it helps with breathing I might give it a try

[@CPAPReviews]

No they are reusable. Would be very expensive if you had to dispose every night. Cheers

[@hollylorn131]

Could you explain if you use it during the day and how many hours you use it? Can you use this with the nasal CPAP mask on? Thanks.

[@CPAPReviews]

I guess you could use it during the day but most people would use it during sleep. It can be worn with a nasal mask but i found in uncomfortable and after 2 hours removed it as it was hurting. By itself it's good

[@logarttreiton2569]

Question, could this be used at the same time as with the nasal pillow mask? This might stop the nasal pillow mask going too much inside and swelling the inside of my nose while at the same time increase your air intake? Seems like a wonderful idea.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hello my friend, i have tried it and the answer is no. It's also hard to wear even with a standard nasal mask as the nostrils push out and the mask compresses them. It's uncomfortable. Cheers

[@imok4u2c]

Unfortunately Hale can’t ship to Canada. Options/suggestions?

[@pjl52]

Hi, I look forward to your reviews of differing breathing aids/equipment, the link you provided does not allow Hale to ship to Australia, is there another vendor that does ship to AU?😬Thanks

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey! Glad to hear it. Hmmm i'm not sure you can get them here. I buy a lot of stuff from the U.S and just get it freight forwarded

[@pjl52]

@@CPAPReviews Thanks for that Nick, I assume you use a US based freight company such as MyUS, btw I have joined your Sleep HQ but need some time to get my data downloaded, bit of a puter expert here, (I wish) I know just enough to be dangerous!!

[@sjaganat16]

Will this used to as cpap replacement?

[@CPAPReviews]

no unfortunately but check out bongoRX as i know some people who have use that as they can't use CPAP. Cheers

[@Nebol]

So which one is better? The Hale thing at least LOOKED more... aerodynamic? 😅 and more comfortable... but I can't really judge that well by just looking at them...

[@CPAPReviews]

They both do a pretty good job and both pretty cheap (around $30 for a starter pack). If i had to choose one i'd probably go with Hale but i like both

[@tonilerch876]

My Husband purchase the Hale, we both use it for snoring. It works to stop the snoring. However, I end up pulling mine out around 3 am. It hurts my nose, it is uncomfortable (I sleep on my stomach so that presses my nose into my pillow). But, now that I have really watched the "how to" video, I realized I'm not getting it placed correctly in my nose. So I will try again tonight!

[@keekac3119]

I’ve tried both devises..just got the Hale and the small even hurts inside my nose. I keep thinking I placed it in wrong but it feels too big! 😆

[@katehardwick4283]

They’re labeled R and L

[@parinmajithia9575]

Does it replace CPAP ?

[@CPAPReviews]

No but i could probably help you transition from a full face mask to a nasal

[@parinmajithia9575]

@@CPAPReviews Thank you!! Just one more question, can I ever come out of a CPAP 🥲 it’s been 3 years and my sleep is not the same. I am 37 age, weight on the higher side 120kg, using Airsense10 with average AHI of 1-2. I am trying to change my lifestyle but I am curious to know this whether the CPAP will stay with Me forever or do we have a chance? Thanks. I am a proud member of your SLEEPHQ

[@bara7331]

@@CPAPReviews could you use this with cpap

[@destresswithyoga]

I use Breathe Right nasal strips and they help out a lot

[@mistermiyagi6073]

Cpap makes pressure in your throat it keeps your throat open. This one keeps your nose open so they're completely different

[@IPeeOrange]

“Is that a booger?” 😂

[@strega_in_vegas]

Thank you. The instructions are terrible.

[@strega_in_vegas]

Their instructions. Yours are great😊

[@gamingcollection4448]

lmao is it a booger

[@salamdrik]

or just train nostrels to open more😂