Sleep Apnea Supplies – What You May Need
Thursday, October 8th, 2009If your doctor has diagnosed you with sleep apnea, there are sleep apnea supplies that you are going to need to purchase. Finding the supplies you will need should not be a chore. Here are a few of the supplies you need:
* CPAP pillows – wedge pillows,
* CPAP full mask or nasal mask
* CPAP/BiPAP machines
* Tubing, cleaners and chin straps
* Rechargeable battery packs
* Cord extenders
* Machine filters
* Travel size machines
* Electrical conversions
Packages including the basic CPAP machine, a heated humidifier and a nasal mask may be purchased rather than buying each piece separately.
There are several good sites where the machines may be purchased online.
You may also be able to get your supplies at a discounted prices or free. There are service providers that work with groups of independent companies that provide CPAP and BiPAP supplies. Medicare and most private insurance companies will cover your CPAP or BiPAP supplies.