Therapy Tips: 
To get the most wear and best seal out of your CPAP mask, follow these tips:
- Wash your mask cushion or pillows daily with warm soapy water.
- Do not use soaps with added fragrance. Plain Ivory liquid soap or baby shampoo is recommended.
- Rinse well and allow the cushion or pillows to air dry. Do not place in direct sunlight.
- Weekly wash your mask components separately in warm soapy water, rinse and allow to air dry out of direct sunlight.
- Do not use the following solutions to clean your mask: vinegar, bleach, chlorine, rubbing alcohol, aromatics, moisturizers, antibacterial soaps/gels, or scented oils.
- Do not expose your mask to direct sunlight as the product may deteriorate.
- If visible damage is noticed, such as cracking or tears, replace the cushion/pillows or entire mask as needed.
- Headgear may be washed by hand and allowed to air dry.
If you have any questions about how to care for any of your CPAP components, please call us at 877-392-7270!
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Articles of Interest
Sleep Deprivation Affects Memory
Did you know that sleep is important for your brain to learn and remember? During sleep your brain is busy consolidating memories from your experiences during the day. When you don't get enough sleep, this process is hindered and your judgement, motor skills and ability to recall information is affected.
For more information about how memory is affected by sleep and helpful tips to for improving your sleep, click here.
 Sleep Apnea and Erectile Dysfunction
In June the National Sleep Foundation reported that a new study suggests that men diagnosed with Erectile (ED) Dysfunction be screened for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). As the largest study of its kind, the results showed that 63% of participants with ED were positive for sleep apnea. In fact, a correlation between severity of ED and severity of OSA was shown.
To read more about this study, please visit the National Sleep Foundation's website.
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Featured Product
TrueBlue Gel Mask by Respironics
The TrueBlue is the newest member of Respironics' family of nasal CPAP masks. It combines their comfortable blue gel with their Auto Seal technology designed to provide a good seal even with movement of the head during sleep. The TrueBlue gel mask is available in Petite, Small, Medium and Large sizes.  | | Click on Image |
- Headgear has inlaid adjustable straps that converge into a single back panel with a crown strap for added stability
- Premium blue gel works together with the thin, form-fitting outer silicone membrane to create an effective, self-adjusting seal. Not only does the blue gel provide extra stability, it is thinner and lighter than ever before
- Freeform spring gives you the ability to move in any direction. The soft silicone sprin helps patients to get a better night's sleep by limiting disturbances to the seal
- Intuitive forehead pad is designed expressly for TrueBlue and enhanced with a remarkabley soft premium blue gel
- Angled exhalation micro ports make operation quieter and redirect air away from a bed partner
- Talon clips are included, making it easy for patients to remove the mask and lock in the same fit, night after night
We have tried this mask and it is very soft, comfortable and keeps a good seal! |
Did you know?
In addition to quality sleep apnea equipment, EZ CPAP offers many services to support you:
- CPAP and bilevel pressure assessments and appropriate adjustments
- Personalized treatment education and follow-up
- Mask fittings-try before you buy!
You can even try the mask lying down on a real bed! - Evaluation of current equipment fit and function
- Sleep physician recommendations
- Sleep health education
Call for an appointment, or just walk-in! Our hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30-5:00, Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-4:00. We are open during lunch hours!
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