Choosing a CPAP – Philips

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The top three factors to consider when choosing your CPAP machine

Not all CPAP machines are manufactured equally.

There can be variations in features among different CPAP brands and models, which can impact the effectiveness of your therapy. It’s important to research and choose a CPAP machine that best suits your specific needs and preferences.

To ensure your treatment is as effective and comfortable as possible we believe that focusing on these three essential factors can assist you in researching and choosing a CPAP machine.

• Ease and comfort

• Tracking your progress
• Dependable band

Ease and comfort for an empowered journey to better sleep health.

Track your progress and take charge of your therapy with technologies such as a mobile app.

Dependable brand with industry expertise for your peace of mind.

Ease and comfort for an empowered journey to better sleep health.

The ease of use and comfort features offered by your CPAP machine are essential for the success of your therapy. These features can offer personalised treatment to help you start and continue therapy, ultimately leading to better sleep quality.^1,2

Philips DreamStation patient-driven design crafted with ease of use and comfort in mind.

Philips DreamStation is:

intuitive and quiet, offering a compact, travel friendly shape and simplified detachable humidifier that is easy to access, fill and clean.
crafted with smart algorithms, like EZ-Start to provide automatic personalised pressure adjustment, making it easier for you to adapt to your therapy.^3,4
equipped with advanced technologies like Flex to ensuring comfort and delivering a personalised therapy experience, breath by breath.^5,6

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Track your progress and take charge of your therapy with technologies such as a mobile app.

Choose a CPAP machine that enable you and your care team to stay connected to your sleep therapy data, this will make it easier for you to track your progress and receive ongoing support as you work towards your therapy goals.

DreamMapper app integrates with your DreamStation machine via built-in Bluetooth, enabling you to share your therapy data and track your progress.

The DreamMapper app is:

available on mobile or desktop, provides coaching and support to keep your therapy on track.
your personalised tracking tool that works in conjunction with Philips CareOrchestrator software, which ensures your care team can provide timely support for your therapy, leading to better compliance and increased average therapy use.⁸

Did you know
DreamMapper app users are 22% more likely to use their CPAP and achieve therapy goals sooner.⁷

The DreamStation with built-in Bluetooth© and modular cellular modem, ensuring seamless connectivity with your sleep therapy provider.

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Dependable brand with industry expertise for your peace of mind.

When choosing a CPAP machine, opt for a brand with experience and industry commitment. Learn about the manufacturer’s testing certifications and check the warranty period provided before making your decision.

Philips, a pioneer in sleep for over 40 years, transformed home sleep therapy by introducing the first commercial CPAP machine in 1985.

Your DreamStation machines

contain silicone sound abatement foam which has been subject to extensive testing.
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comes with a 5-year warranty. The warranty does not limit any rights you may have under Australian or New Zealand consumer law.
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Benefits of PAP therapy

CPAP therapy is a noninvasive, highly effective treatment that gently blows air into your nose and/or mouth to prevent your airway from collapsing while you sleep.

By taking your therapy to heart and using your device every night, you can see a dramatic improvement in daily life and your overall well-being. Some benefits of treatment⁹ include:

• Increased energy level and attentiveness during the day

• Fewer morning headaches
• Reduced irritability
• Improved memory
• Less waking during the night to go to the bathroom
• Increased ability to exercise
• Improved overall quality of life

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Myth: All CPAP devices are alike.

Fact: CPAP devices have different features, including fixed or variable pressure, pressure relief technology and humidification.

By Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD, chief medical liaison, Philips Healthcare Solutions

Frequently asked questions

What is obstructive sleep apnoea?: Obstructive sleep apnoea is a condition in which a person stops breathing repeatedly through the night. Breathing stops because the throat or “airway” collapses and prevents air from getting into the lungs. Sleep patterns are disrupted, resulting in excessive sleepiness or fatigue during the day.
What are the nighttime symptoms of sleep apnoea?: - Loud or disruptive snoring

- Witnessed pauses in breathing

- Choking or gasping for air during sleep

- Restless sleep

- Frequent visits to the bathroom
What are the daytime symptoms of sleep apnoea?: - Early morning headaches

- Excessive daytime fatigue

- Poor concentration

- Depression or irritability

- Falling asleep during routine activities
What should you do if you think you may have sleep apnoea?: Evaluation by a doctor specializing in sleep disorders is recommended. Have a sleep study done. A sleep study can provide the doctor with information about how you sleep and breathe. This information will help the doctor to determine your diagnosis and treatment options.
What are potential consequences of untreated sleep apnoea?: There is possible increased risk for:

- High blood pressure

- Heart disease and heart attack

- Stroke

- Fatigue-related motor vehicle and work accidents

- Decreased quality of life
What is the treatment for sleep apnoea?: Most commonly, positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy is the treatment. It is noninvasive and can help with symptoms when used as prescribed. Less commonly, surgery or oral appliances are used, which may be effective in certain cases. Any treatment plan should include weight loss if needed, exercise and avoiding alcohol, sedatives and hypnotics.

What are the benefits of regular usage of PAP therapy?: Most PAP users who remain committed to treatment enjoy:

- Increased energy and attentiveness

- Fewer morning headaches

- Reduced irritability

- Improved memory

- Increased ability to exercise

- Lower blood pressure

- Decreased risk of strokes and heart attacks

- Increased effectiveness at home and at work

- Improved overall quality of life
What does an apnoea episode look like?: Watch a video
How does PAP or CPAP therapy work?: CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) provides a gentle flow of positive-pressure air through a facial mask to keep the airway open during sleep. As a result:

- Breathing becomes regular during sleep

- Snoring stops

- Restful sleep is restored

- Quality of life is improved

- Risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, heart attack, stroke and motor vehicle and work accidents are reduced
What does DreamMapper do?: DreamMapper is a mobile app that allows you to track your therapy progress so you can take an active role in your sleep apnoea therapy. You can also access DreamMapper through any browser.
What features are available in DreamMapper?: DreamMapper provides feedback on your DreamStation therapy usage, mask fit and apnea hypopnea index (AHI). You can also access videos and guides to learn more about sleep apnea and your Dream Family sleep therapy equipment. You can also set custom goals and unlock achievements to stay motivated, and set reminders for when it’s time to clean or replace equipment.
How do I set up the Philips DreamMapper patient app: For a detailed guide, download the PDF below

DreamMapper Getting Started Guide (2.74MB)

References:
1. Wickwire, Emerson M et al, Maximizing Positive Airway Pressure Adherence in Adults, Chest, 144/2/August 2013.
2. Kennedy, B. et al, Pressure modification or humidification for improving usage of CPAP machine in adults with obstructive sleep apnea, Cochrane Database System Review, 2019; 12:edoc3531.
3. Lankford, et al: Automated Graduated CPAP (AGPAP) For Improved Adherence in Newly Diagnosed OSA Patient – Multicenter Trial: SLEEP 2015:38: Abstract Supplement: 184.
4. Ruyak, Sleep Volume 28 2005, Abstract Supplement 503.
5. REMstar Pro with C-Flex Patient Preference Trials.
6. Rosenthal, Sleep, Volume 28 Abstract Supplement 532.
7. Pittard, J. et al., The use of SleepMapper (a patient self-management application) improves CPAP adherence in Australian patients. Koninklijke Philips. 2015.
8. Kuna ST, Shuttleworth D, Chi L, Schutte-Rodin S, Friedman E, Guo H, et al. Web-based access to positive airway pressure usage with or without an initial financial incentive improves treatment use in patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep 2015;38:1229–1236.
9. New York Times “Sleep Apnea In-Depth Report” citing various references, www.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/sleep-apnea/print.html.