PAP stands for Positive Airway Pressure. PAP therapy is an umbrella term for treatments that use this type of pressure to keep your airways open while you sleep. There are three types of PAP therapy referred to as CPAP, Auto PAP and BiPAP. CPAP stands for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, Auto PAP for Automatic Positive Airway Pressure and BiPAP for Bi-Level Positive Airway Pressure.
CPAP is the Gold Standard in treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). It must be prescribed by a doctor. PAP therapy will prevent snoring and keep your airway open while you are sleeping. If you have OSA, you should do your best to use CPAP whenever you sleep, night or day, to help you wake feeling refreshed. Northern Respiratory is dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible results.
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, treatment with a CPAP machine can:
- Reduce your risk of hypertension, type II diabetes, heart disease, and stroke
- Minimize effects such as daytime sleepiness, weight gain, depression, and anxiety
- Improve your brain fog, memory, and mood
The Process
- Getting Started: The first step to achieving PAP therapy success is the selection, set-up and purchase of PAP equipment. During your set-up appointment with one of our therapists, we will guide you through the process of machine selection, mask fitting and how to use your equipment properly. It will take approximately one hour.
- Routine Support: After initial set-up, your therapist will track your progress to see how you are doing. You will hear from us within 1 week of your first visit and then again at 1 month. If you are experiencing any difficulty at all, we encourage you to call us right away for assistance. Once CPAP becomes a routine part of your life, we will tailor any follow up visits according to your individual needs.
- CPAP is a long-term therapy, so it is important that you are comfortable with the service and equipment your provider offers. Our goal is to give you the tools and education needed to help you get a good night’s sleep.
Which CPAP Mask is Best for You?
There is no one-size fits all CPAP mask and it is important to have an appropriate and comfortable fit to optimize your therapy. A poorly fit mask can leak air, irritate your skin, and reduce compliance. Our trained clinicians will help you fit a CPAP mask that is right for you. Our fitting rooms are complete with a comfortable reclining chair so you can test-drive your selected CPAP mask with your machine.
Where do I buy my CPAP supplies?
Northern Respiratory is a full-service CPAP supplier. We carry CPAP and Bi-Level supplies from various manufacturers including ResMed, Respironics, and Fisher & Paykel.
We understand that having a good night’s sleep is very important to our clients. That’s why we take the time required to follow up and make sure they are comfortable with their mask and their CPAP equipment.
Our products include:
- Nasal masks
- Pillow masks
- Full Face masks
- Filters
- Heated and standard tubing
- Water Chambers
- Accessories (mask wipes, pillows, soap)
- Travel devices (ResMed AirMini), Pilot-24 external battery
If you have any questions regarding your CPAP equipment, please call us today!
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Choose Northern Respiratory
Northern Respiratory is your locally owned choice for any sleep or oxygen therapy needs. Whether you need a CPAP machine or supplemental oxygen, we provide best in class assessments, along with extensive education, and on going follow up to best fit our clients’ needs. Our specially trained clinicians will help make your healthcare journey stress-free. Contact us today.
