Basic types of equipment

• A CPAP machine provides positive pressure at all times.
• Bi-PAP macnines provide two levels of air pressure; one for inhalation, and a decreased pressure for exhalation. This mimics normal inhalation/exhalation breathing.
• Auto-titrate CPAPs or BiPAP's adjust the pressure by giving you more or less pressure as you need it.
• Smart Data is used on many high end units to record data that can be supplied back to your physician and sleep lab.
• Heated humidifiers are often used in conjunction with CPAP and Bi-PAP in an effort to make adjusting to, and sleeping better with CPAP. This also increases the humidity to your sinus cavities and airways, decreasing drying of the membranes.

Choosing a mask type or nasal appliance can be the most important part of your success with CPAP therapy. There are numerous different styles and brands on the market as well as nasal pillow selections. A trained respiratory therapist will be able to assist you in selecting the best fitting mask for you.

TRAVELING UNITS

CAMPING

Most CPAP units will run on a 12 volt DC adaptor. There is also a new CPAP on the market that will run off battery for approximately 11 hours.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

There are units that have internal power adaptors for other countries.

Patient using supplemental oxygen can also have their oxygen integrated in with their CPAP.

Caution: U.S. federal law restricts these devices to sale by or on the order of a physician.

Milner Rushing Home Care provides the best in CPAP and BiPAP products. These products are covered under Medicare, Blue Cross and most private insurances.

With respiratory therapists on staff, Milner Rushing is your first choice in providing your CPAP and BiPAP needs. Our staff will make you feel at home from the minute you step into the door.