How Cpap Therapy Works; Acclimating To Your Therapy - DeVilbiss Healthcare DV55 Bilevel Série Mode D'emploi

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How CPAP Therapy Works

There are several treatments for OSA including surgery and CPAP therapy. However, CPAP
therapy has proven very effective for most patients. CPAP stands for "continuous positive
airway pressure" which is exactly what the DeVilbiss SleepCube device delivers to your
upper airway, acting as an "air splint" to keep the passage open while you sleep.
This reduces or eliminates the obstruction, allowing you to enjoy the deep, refreshing,
uninterrupted sleep you need. More importantly, your body will get the rest and oxygen it
needs with more continuous, uninterrupted sleep – helping you avoid some of the serious
health risks associated with OSA. And the SleepCube is designed to provide this therapy to
you quietly and comfortably so that you can sleep through the night without distraction.
The DeVilbiss SleepCube Bilevel
(IPAP) and lower pressure (EPAP), prescribed by your doctor. The pressure changes follow
your breathing providing the higher pressure when you inhale and the lower pressure when
you exhale. Independent triggering and cycling sensitivity adjustments are provided to
ensure proper response to your specific breathing needs.

Acclimating To Your Therapy

Naturally anything new – including CPAP therapy – takes some getting used to. Having your
mouth or nose (or both) covered by a mask may make you feel anxious or claustrophobic.
Feeling the rush of air from your SleepCube may cause discomfort or concern. But don't
worry – every successful, long-term CPAP user began where you are today with the same
reactions and concerns, and overcame them to enjoy the full benefits of their therapy.
Here are some steps to help you gradually ease into your therapy and overcome your
anxieties:
1. Try attaching the mask to the CPAP unit, and switching the unit "On." Practice
breathing through the mask for one hour while watching television, reading, or
performing some other sitting activity.
2. If you nap, use the CPAP during this time.
3. Use CPAP at least during the first initial 3-4 hours of nighttime sleep.
4. Use CPAP through an entire night of sleep.
Advance through the above steps one step at a time and progress to the next step as soon
as you can carry out the current step without anxiety.
system automatically switches between a higher pressure
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