My CPAP Mask is Leaking
When your CPAP mask is leaking, it becomes noisy and the escaping air can be uncomfortable. Your CPAP machine can also detect the leak and try and chase it by ramping the pressure up. This high pressure can disturb yourself and/or your bed partner. Mask leak can...
Is your CPAP device controlling your Sleep Apnea effectively?
Is your CPAP device controlling your Sleep Apnea effectively? The most important part of CPAP therapy is ensuring that your equipment is actually treating your Sleep Apnea. If the Sleep Apnea is not properly under control, then it defeats the purpose of...
BMC CPAP Machines vs ResMed CPAP Machines
BMC have released a new Fixed Pressure CPAP device which will be a cheaper, entry level alternative to the ResMed AirSense 10 Elite Fixed Pressure device. With the BMC Luna machine at $799 and the ResMed AirSense 10 Elite at $1678, it is important to know the...
What is the difference between HumidX and HumidX Plus?
With the ResMed AirMini, you have 3 different options with the humidification: HumidX (Blue) which is the standard humidifier Tab HumidX Plus (Grey) which offers more moisture and heat within the mask. No Humidification at all Should I use the HumidX or...
Julie’s Sleep Apnea Journey
For people suffering from Sleep Apnoea the journey to finally getting a good night’s rest using CPAP isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it. There are a range of CPAP Mask options available, the first style of mask you try might not be the best fit for you. At...
If you use CPAP and are a mouth breather, is a Full Face mask the only answer?
Frequently we hear patient’s report to us that they are mouth breathers and will only be able to tolerate a full face CPAP mask. This belief will often stop people from trialling a nasal CPAP mask or a nasal pillow CPAP mask. Can I use a nasal CPAP mask if I am a...
ResMed AirMini or the ResMed AirSense 10… Which one is the better machine?
When it comes time to buy a CPAP machine, whether it’s your first machine or you are looking to upgrade your old machine, there are a lot of options out there for you to choose from. At Sleep Right Australia, we sell predominantly ResMed machines and the question we...
Experiencing too much moisture in your ResMed AirMini tube?
The humidification technology in the ResMed AirMini is quite unique. The humidifier (HumidX) tabs are waterless and work by trapping the heat and moisture from your exhaled breath, while still exhausting the CO2 etc. The beauty of these, is that they are waterless and...
New to using CPAP? What does the road ahead look like?
Generally speaking, people who have bought a CPAP have had a trial for a little while, worked out what equipment they are using and are starting to notice some benefits from wearing the mask overnight. The first few months after that initial get used to period, are...
Known issue with the ResMed Mirage FX cushion
The ResMed Mirage FX has been a trusty favourite nasal CPAP mask for many years. As the mask gets older, we are finding there is a known issue with the ring that holds the elbow in place. People will start to notice with an unusual increase...
How do I know if my CPAP mask is fitting properly?
A CPAP mask that fits well is an integral factor in effective CPAP use. The fundamental purpose of CPAP is to treat Sleep Apnea. There are a few ways to gauge the effectiveness of your mask seal, all of them as important as each other. 1) How it feels. First and...