09-05-2017, 03:07 PM
Questions on choosing a BiPAP machine
My doctor is recommending I try a BiPAP machine rather than the standard CPAP (Resmed Airsense), and I'm just looking for guidance on choosing a BiPAP machine. The current ResMed Airsense CPAP machine I have has no data recording capability, so I'd definitely like to find a BiPAP machine with this capability.
I've also heard that BiPAP machines can vary in how well they sense breathing patterns and adjust pressures. For example, during my BiPAP titration study, I felt that the machine wasn't detecting when I was inhaling well and would just keep it on the lower pressure setting - perhaps due to breathing too shallowly? In that case, I guess I'm also looking for advice on what BiPAP machines are most sensitive in people who tend to breathe more shallowly. Thanks for any advice!
I've also heard that BiPAP machines can vary in how well they sense breathing patterns and adjust pressures. For example, during my BiPAP titration study, I felt that the machine wasn't detecting when I was inhaling well and would just keep it on the lower pressure setting - perhaps due to breathing too shallowly? In that case, I guess I'm also looking for advice on what BiPAP machines are most sensitive in people who tend to breathe more shallowly. Thanks for any advice!
