Features of the ResMed AirTouch N20
The recently launched ResMed AirTouch N20 Mask has a lot to offer. In this blog post we will explore some of the features that the AirTouch N20 mask has to offer. Elbow/Tubing: The AirTouch N20 has a short and flexible elbow/tube joint. The quick-release style of the...
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...
June Newsletter
June already? It has been a very busy period for us here with lots of exciting changes and new products emerging. In this newsletter we will introduce you to the new Medistrom Pilot 24 battery and the ResMed AirTouch F20 mask. We will also be covering such topics as...
What you need to know about Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea (also spelt Sleep Apnoea) effects the efficiency of your sleep. One Sleep apnea episode consists of the airway being partially or completely blocked for 10 seconds or more. One will then wake themselves up in order to unblock the airway and allow breathing...
Can I change from a Full Face CPAP mask to a nasal mask?
When using CPAP to treat your sleep apnea, you will often find one type of CPAP mask more comfortable than another and then stick with this mask. Quite often we will see people start with Full Face Masks because they are a “mouth breather” and then never try a nasal...
