Signs to Upgrade Your Machine to a BiPAP

If a CPAP is like a Honda, a BiPAP is like a Ferrari. It can do everything the Honda does but more. Transitioning from a CPAP machine to a BiPAP provides a significant leap in respiratory therapy. While the CPAP is akin to the reliable and efficient Honda, providing a continuous stream of air to alleviate sleep apnea, the BiPAP, resembling the high-performance Ferrari, introduces a more luxurious and comfortable approach to therapy. Every individual on CPAP therapy can use a BiPAP, so how do you know when it’s time to upgrade from your reliable Honda to the luxurious Ferrari?

Continue reading to learn more about how to know when it’s time to upgrade from a CPAP machine to a BiPAP.

Inability to Stay Compliant

ResMed, the top-leading brand in sleep therapy, collected data from about 1,500 CPAP users that struggled with CPAP compliance. After switching over from a CPAP machine to a BiPAP (bilevel) machine, ResMed found that the non-compliant users experienced:

57% increase in compliance within the first 90 days¹
Reduction in AHI & leaks¹
Nearly one more hour of sleep per night¹

Additional Signs to Upgrade to a BiPAP:

CPAP losing effectiveness/snoring despite using CPAP:

The effectiveness of a CPAP machine may diminish over time or you may still snore with the use of your current CPAP. If you notice an inability in your CPAP to alleviate sleep apnea symptoms, it could be an indicator that you would benefit from a BiPAP.

Pulling at or removing the mask:

Discomfort with the CPAP mask can lead to subconscious attempts to adjust or remove it during sleep. A BiPAP, with its enhanced comfort features, may mitigate this issue, allowing for a more uninterrupted night’s sleep.

Waking up frequently/frequent arousals:

Continuous waking throughout the night can disrupt the restorative phases of sleep. If you’re experiencing frequent arousals despite consistent CPAP use, a BiPAP’s dynamic pressure adjustments during inhalation and exhalation may provide a more seamless sleep experience.

Discomfort after waking up:

The sensation of bloating or swallowing air (known as aerophagia) and morning headaches can be side effects of the constant pressure of CPAP therapy. BiPAP’s ability to adjust pressure levels during exhalation may alleviate these symptoms, enhancing overall therapy compliance.

Difficulty exhaling/breathing out:

Some individuals find it challenging to exhale against the constant pressure of a CPAP machine. BiPAP’s lower pressure during exhalation can make breathing out more comfortable.

Excessive fatigue even after getting >7 hours of sleep:

Despite adhering to the recommended hours of sleep, persistent fatigue and daytime sleepiness can indicate that the CPAP therapy is not adequately addressing your sleep apnea. BiPAP’s customizable pressure settings may offer a more effective solution, promoting better overall wakefulness during the day.

Looking to upgrade to a BiPAP but don’t know which BiPAP is right for you? Consider the AirCurve 10 BiPAP! Click below to learn more:

The World’s Smartest BiPAP

The AirCurve is perfect for first-time BiPAP users. It operates at a wide pressure range of 3-25 cm H2O to ensure that you get the perfect pressure level at all times.

ResMed’s AirCurve 10 VAuto has a number of luxury features, including:

Powerful and quiet: Auto-titrating machine adjusts to your pressure needs as you sleep
Advanced comfort settings: 7 levels of humidity and an optional heated tube ensures you don’t dry out
EPR: Expiratory Pressure Relief reduces the pressure when you exhale, avoiding high pressure mask leaks

Powerful and quiet: Auto-titrating machine adjusts to your pressure needs as you sleep
Advanced comfort settings: 7 levels of humidity and heated tube ensures you don’t dry out
EPR: Expiratory Pressure Relief reduces the pressure when you exhale, avoiding high pressure mask leaks

The AirCurve 10 VAuto will transform your sleep therapy to be more comfortable and effective.

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