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CPAP Maintenance Tips 2022
wp:paragraph Your CPAP machine, much like any other valuable item you have, requires regular maintenance and care in order to function at its best and help alleviate your sleep apnea symptoms. It is not only a costly item but also extremely beneficial to your overall health so taking care of it is very important. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Here are three ways you can keep your CPAP device in tip-top shape: /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Regular cleaning /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph The parts of your CPAP tend to accumulate a buildup of dust, bacteria, and germs with frequent use. Additionally, your facial oils can wear the mask and cushioning down very quickly if it is not cleaned on a regular basis. Make sure you wipe down the mask and any other parts that touch your face daily, and if you have a humidifier be sure to empty it daily and replace it with distilled water. You should also be cleaning the tubing and giving the mask itself more of a deeper clean on a weekly basis to keep it in tip-top shape. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Replace parts when required /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Even with proper cleaning, the parts of your CPAP machine, including the mask and mask cushions, nose piece, tubing, humidifier, and filters (if applicable) will wear out over time with proper use and will have to be replaced. It’s best to try and keep a written record of the dates you purchase new parts so that you have an idea of when it’s time for them to be replaced. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Proper storage /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Making sure your CPAP device and all the parts with it are all stored properly is just as important as caring for the machine itself. Keep your CPAP away from direct sunlight and make sure the room it’s stored in is a comfortable temperature and not too hot or cold. Your bedroom would be the most ideal place, whether in a cupboard or drawer in your nightstand or on a shelf or drawer nearby. Also, make sure the CPAP device is kept out of reach from small children and pets. /wp:paragraph
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Need to Replace Some Parts of your CPAP Machine This Summer?
wp:paragraph If you’ve been using a CPAP machine for some time, then you may know that like anything else, some of the parts wear out eventually and will need to be replaced on a regular basis, no matter how often you clean them. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph It may seem like a lot and it may seem costly at first (unless you get some or all of it covered by insurance), but remember that this is a very important investment in your sleep, which is an essential part of your overall well being. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Here are a few CPAP parts that can wear down quicker in the summer months: /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph The mask cushioning and/or headgear: /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph A good rule of thumb: if your CPAP mask no longer seals properly, it’s time to replace it. Your facial oils, combined with excessive sweat in the summer can cause these parts to break down a little quicker. In order to prolong the life of these parts, make sure you are cleaning your mask on a daily basis. Using a CPAP machine with a mask that is not sealing properly will cause it to not work to its full potential, and you will not sleep well as a result. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Tubing/Hose: /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Be sure to clean the hose or tubing of your CPAP machine regularly to remove any mineral buildup, and check it for any cracks or tears. Even the smallest of deficiencies can compromise your CPAP therapy. Luckily, they can last up to a year if cleaned regularly. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph CPAP Filters: /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Filters need replacing the most often in your CPAP machine, especially in the summer months. Summer brings an increase of pollen in the air, which will be caught in the filters. You may want to change it more frequently in the summer months, as the CPAP machine will not function at its full potential if the filters are too dirty. /wp:paragraph wp:paragraph Don’t forget to clean the parts of your CPAP mask regularly! This will extend the life of the parts. Be sure to visit https://www.papsmart.com/product-category/cpap-supplies-and-accessories/ for your CPAP parts replacement needs. /wp:paragraph
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