Using CPAP therapy in your truck has been difficult in the past because of 2 issues:
- Finding an appropriate power supply
- The size of the machines
Consistency is important when it comes to CPAP therapy, using your machine regularly gives you the best chance at improving symptoms associated with sleep apnea. Now more than ever it is easy to continue your therapy, in this post we will discuss some of the ways you can bring your CPAP therapy with you on the road.
Converters
There are 12 Volt (DC/DC) converters available for the ResMed AirMini, ResMed AirSense 10 and ResMed S9 machines. These converters operate your CPAP machine when plugged in to a cigarette lighter port.
Batteries
Batteries are available for many CPAP machines including the ResMed S9, AirSense 10 & AirMini. The batteries available can power your CPAP machine for approximately 1-2 days. To read more on the battery options available for your CPAP device, Click here.
AirMini
The ResMed AirMini device is a small CPAP device. Clocking in at a total of 300 grams, the AirMini is a great travelling companion. The AirMini can also be used as your primary device meaning it can be used every day of the year. Payment plans are available on the AirMini and all CPAP devices.