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Oxygen plays a crucial role in the body's ability to produce energy, which is necessary for physical activity and exercise. When the body is low on oxygen, it may not be able to produce enough energy to sustain an active lifestyle. Supplemental oxygen therapy can help...
Medistrom CPAP Batteries – They’ve got you covered!
A concern that CPAP patients commonly deal with is how they are going to accommodate their machines during their summer camping trips, road trips, or even air travel. Diligent users know how awful they can feel after a couple of CPAP-less nights, but often feel they...
A New Way to Clean your CPAP: Introducing the Lumin UV Sanitizing System
What is the Lumin? The Lumin was manufactured in 2018 and is advertised as the easiest, fastest, and safest way to clean your CPAP mask and water chamber. It is a CPAP sanitizing system similar to the SoClean –however, it uses UV light to kill bacteria, while the...
The Importance of Routinely Replacing Your CPAP Supplies
When it comes to your CPAP machine, regularly replacing CPAP supplies like masks, hoses, and filters is essential for maintaining optimal therapy and long-term durability of your machine. The life expectancy of different accessories can depend on how well they are...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Your Relationship
Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Your Relationship There is a common theme that can be seen among some patients who end up needing CPAP therapy: their spouses are sick of their snoring, concerned about their health, and have been pushing them to get help for what feels...
SoClean: The CPAP Sanitizer you didn’t know you were missing
One concern that many CPAP users have is the amount of time and effort required to clean their CPAP equipment. Medical professionals typically recommend cleaning CPAP masks daily, while hoses and humidifier chambers should be cleaned at least once a week. But this...