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When you have trouble breathing while you sleep, it can result in a series of very serious health and safety complications. A CPAP device is a device that helps people with sleeping disorders breathe properly throughout the night. It does this by precisely and continuously delivering pressurized air into a person’s airways so that these passages remain open for easier and more regular breathing. If you’re a regular user of this device and need it to get a safe and good-quality night’s sleep, it’s important to clean and maintain it. Here, we’ll discuss how you can keep your CPAP device clean and working properly and provide some important tips for prolonging the life span of its components. The Importance of a Clean CPAP Device Upon purchasing their first CPAP device, it’s common for individuals to think they’re in the clear when it comes to their sleep disorder. However, managing your health will take some effort on your part as well. It’s

  How often should you replace your CPAP supplies?   If you use a CPAP or BiPAP for sleep apnea therapy each night, you should be eligible for free replacement supplies through your insurance. It’s important to inspect and replace your CPAP/BiPAP supplies as often as needed to ensure a proper fit, comfort, and cleanliness. Note: the following are the industry standard recommendations which many, but not all, insurances follow. Please be sure to check with your insurance to verify how frequently you are eligible to replace your supplies!   Mask Cushions / Pillows Nasal mask cushions or nasal pillows should be replaced every 14 days. If you have a full face mask, that should be replaced every month.   Mask Frame Every 3 months is when you will want to replace your mask frame system. This allows your treatment to remain comfortable.   Mask Headgear Every 6 months, you should replace your mask headgear. You may feel you