The CPAP Nasal Mask is the Most Popular Choice Among CPAP Users and Here's Why!

The CPAP nasal mask is usually the headgear of choice for apnea patients.  The nasal CPAP mask is often preferred over the full face mask headgear for the CPAP machine.  The nasal mask is less confining and covers less of the face than the full face mask which can offer the patient a full night of sleep and still receive the benefits of the air pressure through the airway.  The nasal mask and nasal pillows used with the CPAP offer good options for headgear for people who do not breathe through their mouth during sleep.

The nasal mask that is used with the CPAP machine should be fitted to the patient so that it is comfortable and so that no air escapes while in use.  Use at night, during sleep, can sometimes be uncomfortable and may lead to insomnia or difficulty sleeping until the patient becomes accustomed to the headgear.  If the headgear fit is improper, the patient should meet with a CPAP expert to receive an appropriate fit.  If the air that flows through the mask is disruptive of sleep, the patient will likely be advised to initially use the CPAP and headgear for short periods of time each night.  He or she will be told to gradually increase use until he or she gets used to the feel of air being forced through the airway.

The CPAP machine is vital in the treatment of sleep insomnia to prevent the debilitating effects of sleep deprivation.  In choosing CPAP headgear, a patient may be able to use a nasal mask or nasal pillows instead of the full face mask.  A qualified CPAP professional and the patient's physician can better advise the patient of which option to choose.  They can also advise the patient in proper headgear fit and use.  Additionally, they can counsel the patient in using the CPAP and how to overcome side effects associated with its use.  The CPAP will allow the patient vital air through the airway and offer the patient a better night of sleep.

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