08-07-2023, 09:59 AM
What O2 measurement device do you recommend?
I am new to using CPAP and still trying to find my way around but I have read some comments about measuring O2 levels which sounds very helpful in monitoring how you sleep and if you get enough oxygene.
My question is really if there is a device that is considered the go to one when deciding on what to buy to measure your O2 level?
RE: What O2 measurement device do you recommend?
My "go-to" pulse-ox measurement device is the integrated ResMed kit for the S10 -- including the ResMed adapter for S10 (does not work with other devices), the Nonin 3012LP pulse-ox device, finger probe, and cables. Pricey but tested and reliable for use with ResMed's ResScan software or
OSCAR. These items are not usually covered by insurance unless you can prove it's a medical necessity and of critical importance.
I am sure other forum members will note that there are much cheaper solutions on the market.
Best of luck.
Steve
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RE: What O2 measurement device do you recommend?
Look for an overnight recording oximeter.
The following are compatible with
OSCAR:
https://www.apneaboard.com/wiki/index.ph..._Oximeters
I use the Viatom/Wellue O2Ring. It works well for my needs as I only use it on occasion just as a check every now and then.
08-08-2023, 09:56 AM
(This post was last modified: 08-08-2023, 10:09 AM by hejohoo.)
RE: What O2 measurement device do you recommend?
(08-07-2023, 06:56 PM)srlevine1 Wrote: My "go-to" pulse-ox measurement device is the integrated ResMed kit for the S10 -- including the ResMed adapter for S10 (does not work with other devices), the Nonin 3012LP pulse-ox device, finger probe, and cables. Pricey but tested and reliable for use with ResMed's ResScan software or OSCAR. These items are not usually covered by insurance unless you can prove it's a medical necessity and of critical importance.
I am sure other forum members will note that there are much cheaper solutions on the market.
Best of luck.
Steve
I am sorry but I am not sure I completely understand but is there an oxymeter integrated in the ResMed CPAP machine or possible to buy? I have an ResMed AirSense 10, is there a link to this device? Or did you mean the "Nonin 3012LP" is this device?
Also after making the post I came to think that I actually have a device I bought that measures sleep apnea and it also measures O2 level so perhaps I could just use that but without the tube that goes into the nose? There is a program with the device to analyze the data that is called "ResMon" but not sure it is compatible with OSCAR (unless someone know?)
This is the measurement device:
https://www.gimaitaly.com/prodotti.asp?s...ept_id=560
Also the ResMon program do show all the graphs and I created a report in it from my latest measurement that looks like this if it is possible to analyze my O2 level? I am not completely sure what to look for but among other things it reads Min SPO2 85% and average SPO2 95%. Also I think if I read it correctly that I had 4 "events" where my O2 was below 90% and the total time below 90% was 17 seconds I think.
Is it possible to say what value is "normal" and what value(s) I should look at to see if any changes I make improve or decrease my O2 quality?
RE: What O2 measurement device do you recommend?
The image link you provided has a display similar to a Contec 50 series recording oximeter. You will need to check the raw data file for a ".SpO2" extension. If so, you may be able to manually import that file into OSCAR. If you see it is a ".SpO2" file, don't get your hopes up too high until you actually try to import it. It wouldn't be the first time a manufacturer used the same name type and modified the output.
- Red
