Treating Sleep Apnea With the Mask

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Treating Sleep Apnea with the Mask
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Struggling to get sound sleep at night?
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• If you are one of those who have severe sleep
  apnea then dont worry. CPAP treatment will treat
  your sleeping disorder and give you great
  satisfaction if you use it appropriately. A CPAP
  machine delivers a continuous flow of air through
  the mask and tube into the airway. It creates
  enough amount of pressure in your airway so it
  can hold the tissue open and your airways dont
  collapse.
• A particular CPAP pressure is required to keep
  the airway open and your sleep specialist will
  try different CPAP pressure levels to choose the
  ideal one with you. CPAP is not a cure for sleep
  apnea, but it helps to ease the symptoms and your
  breathing pattern becomes better. You enjoy
  healthy sleep. One must use it every time and
  follow the instructions of their doctor so they
  can get proper sleep.

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Using the mask

• Using a CPAP mask which you can wear comfortably
  is a must. It comes in a variety of styles,
  sizes, and shapes. So, you can find the best
  suitable mask as per your needs for regular
  nighttime use. Sleep technicians can help in
  eradicating the problems that are associated with
  using the mask. They will help you select a
  durable mask to overcome sleep problems
  successfully. You should remind yourself of the
  benefits to your health because the treatment
  cannot help you overcome sleep issues overnight.
  It will take time but you will definitely see
  positive results as soon as you start the
  treatment.

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Simple CPAP Tips Tricks

• Get the right style
• Make some changes in your lifestyle
• Choose a mask as per your sleeping requirements

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Get the right style

• Choose a mask style which is perfect for you. It
  should give you a regular stream of air which
  must support your upper airway and keep it open.
  It should also prevent snoring and apnea. The air
  can be delivered either by your nose or mouth and
  depending on your needs you can make a choice.

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Make some changes in your lifestyle

• You need to make some changes in your lifestyle.
  You should sleep on time. Avoid sleeping late at
  night. Change your sleeping environment for good.
  You should sleep in a dark room. You must also
  have a comfortable mattress and pillow to sleep.
  Begin with using the mask at frequent intervals
  during the day. You can wear a mask while
  watching TV, reading a book or doing other
  activities. This will help you get used to the
  mask and you can sleep more comfortably at night.

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Mask as per your sleeping requirements

• A lot of people make use of a mask that delivers
  air through their nose. Most of the nasal masks
  are triangular in shape or they have a plastic
  cushion which covers their nose. There will be a
  headgear attached to it which consists of Velcro,
  fabric or plastic clips. It secures the mask to
  your face. There will be a plastic hose attached
  to the CPAP machine.
• So, there are many variations when it comes to
  choosing a mask. Many masks have a brace which is
  useful for relieving the pressure and it adds a
  few contact points on the forehead. You will also
  see some seals and cushions added to it. It helps
  to prevent leaks and marks on the face. There are
  some masks which are designed to float on a
  cushion of air.

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Conclusion

• As you know treating sleep apnea is not a one
  days game. It will take time. You need to be
  comfortable with the mask and therefore you
  should consult a specialist before choosing a
  mask for yourself. You must also wear a mask and
  see how you feel when you wear it. You may
  definitely face some challenges in the beginning.
  Taking some effort to be comfortable with the
  mask will help you overcome these challenges and
  you will also get a sound sleep.