CPAP Pressure Relief – A-Flex, C-Flex, and EPR – Is it Right For You?
First time CPAP users might get the feeling that getting accustomed to their CPAP therapy will take many months, if ever. Questions arise about how to endure the CPAP pressure for a few hours, let alone a complete night. A typical ritual for a new CPAP user is to set up the CPAP mask and bed, read manuals, blog sites and adjust your sleeping position. Once the mask is adjusted and connected to the CPAP machine, the pressure begins to flow. When pressure builds within the mask – even while you’re trying to exhale – it is an unnatural feeling that causes some CPAP users anxiety. Some catchphrases are being referred to in the CPAP machine world which can cause confusion. These acronyms such as C-Flex, A-flex and EPR should be understood and can have a significant benefit to CPAP therapy. Each manufacture strives to build as many comfort features into their CPAP machine as possible. Recent examples include the heated humidifier, automatic pressure adjustments, and auto start to name a few.
