Category: CPAP

  • Are CPAP Cleaners That Use Ozone or UV Light Safe and Effective?

    Are CPAP Cleaners That Use Ozone or UV Light Safe and Effective?

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    The most common ways CPAP cleaners work are through the use of ozone or ultraviolet (UV) light. Data on the safety and efficacy of devices that claim to clean, disinfect, or sanitize CPAP devices and accessories using either of these two methods is sparse. Thus, controversy exists surrounding the use of these products. What do…

  • What are Sleep Apnea and CPAP Therapy?

    What are Sleep Apnea and CPAP Therapy?

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    Sleep apnea is a fairly common sleep disorder involving the cessation of breathing during sleep. This cessation of breathing can last from a few seconds to minutes and can occur hundreds of times during a regular night’s sleep. The most common type of sleep apnea is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), where the upper airway can…