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NO, CPAP stands for continuous positive air pressure.. It provides room air that is compressed and sent through an interface, called a mask, into the airway to hold the tissue in the upper airway in place so it can’t collapse and block your airway. It does not give you extra oxygen it simply allows the air to reach the lungs.

After it is prescribed, CPAP is usually a therapy that is used for the rest of your life. If you have surgery or lose a large amount of weight, we recommend that you consult the physician managing your care before stopping as you may need adjustments to your device or, in rare cases, no longer need therapy.

Depending on the type of interface you are using, there may be an adjustment at the top of the mask that changes the pressure that is applied to the bridge of the nose. You should readjust the mask to make the pressure at the bridge comfortable and not have a leak. If this does not work then try fully loosening the mask, then reapply it while air is running through the mask. Most modern interfaces grip, or suction, to your face and if there isn’t enough room for the cushion to inflate it may not form a proper seal.

Dryness is the most common CPAP complaint. It can be caused when the humidity is not set correctly. Remember that the humidity should be changed according to environment and personal preference. If the dryness continues to occur, then move the humidity setting upward until dryness improves or is resolved. If condensation starts, bring it down until you find a balance comfortable. These settings will not be the same in the winter and in summer due to the ambient humidity changing depending upon the season.

Gurgling usually happens when condensation builds up in the mask and/or tubing. This is commonly called "rain out.” Rain out usually happens when the air temperature outside the tube is colder then the air inside the tube which causes condensation to form. Just like windows fogging up in the winter. This problem can be solved by bringing the humidity down, insulating the tubing, or lowering the height of the machine in relation to where your head is in your bed. Don’t forget to let your tube dry after cleaning and to start with a dry tube every night.

The mask should fit as loose as possible as long as it is not leaking. As a general rule, you should be able to fit two fingers underneath the lower strap on either side on most nasal and full face masks and be able to pull the strap about an inch away from your face without springing a leak. If a leak still is present please feel free to contact us.