An Auto-CPAP machine, or APAP for short, is a new improvised version of a CPAP Machine used to treat sleep apnea. It provides a regular flow of air pressure at an adjusted level you can customize.
How does an Auto-CPAP differ from CPAP?
An APAP machine adjusts the air pressure level with every breath you take. Because there are different stages of sleep apnea, the air pressure fluctuates throughout the night. The Auto-CPAP will automatically adjust the air pressure to keep your airway open. While a traditional CPAP machine is adjusted manually based on your observation, the APAP has special sensors that monitor your sleep.
Benefits of Auto-PAP machines
- The apparent benefit of Auto-PAP is of course its feature to help the machine make automatic adjustments in the air pressure during your sleep. The machine does not remain stagnated at a fixed air pressure level but adjusts itself according to your requirements. When the machine senses you are breathing well, it lowers the pressure and raises it during apnea episodes when you are not breathing well.
- The reduced pressure under the Auto-PAP machine also helps increase patient’s comfort, especially for first-time users.
- Auto-PAP machines can be set to automatic mode to adjust pressure automatically or constant mode to deliver constant pressure, as per your choice. Thus, it is flexible and can be programmed to operate as per your convenience and medical requirements.
An auto-PAP machine, like any CPAP machine, must be prescribed by one’s doctor. Auto-PAP machines are offered by all major manufacturers like ResMed, Respironics, Fisher, and Paykel, Sandman, SleepStyle, etc., in Toronto.
A note of caution though. While auto-PAP machines are more advanced than regular machines, they need not necessarily be the best option for every patient. Choose an Auto-CPAP machine in Toronto after a thorough discussion with your doctor regarding your sleeping pattern.
For more information on auto-CPAP in Toronto or CPAP accessories in Toronto, please visit www.cpapclinic.ca or call 1-877-430-CPAP.
