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CPAP therapy is the "gold standard" for treating obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA. For some of the people who use CPAP it is very difficult to use every night. There are many reasons for this, but the biggest is a lack of education. With this in mind there are five things that you can try that may help you being more successful with your CPAP.

1. You can start using it little by little. For the first couple of days try wearing you CPAP while watching the evening news. Make sure you are in a comfortable position such as sitting in your recliner. The reason for this is because it is less intimidating then lying in a dark room telling yourself you must fall asleep with this strange machine attached to you. Once you have been able to sit for 30 minutes increase it to an hour. Usually if you can use the machine for an hour you can move to the bed and all asleep with it.
2. Clean the mask properly. Many people are not taught how to properly clean their mask. Using the improper technique can lead to your skin breaking down, red marks on your face or a rash where the mask and headgear sit on your face. You should wash the part of the mask that sits on your face every day with a gentle soap like ivory, rinse it very well then air dry it. Your headgear, hose, humidifier chamber and the full mask is washed once a week. Again you should use a gentle soap, rinse well and then disinfect it. Many companies sell a product you can use or you can use the old fashion method. Use 1 part white distilled vinegar and three parts water, soak for 20 minutes, rinse well then air dry. Just make sure you rinse the equipment well enough or you will smell the vinegar all week.
3. Humidification is essential to reduce swelling and congestion in the nose. Many people do not use or under-use their humidifier because of rain out or water in the tubing. If you create a sleeve for the tube using flannel and some fabric glue you can help to reduce the rain out.
4. Leaking masks do not help anyone sleep better. Many people will put their mask on before turning on the machine. They then tighten the mask down too tight. This actually increases the leak rather then decreases it. Most of the new masks are designed to create an air seal against the skin. If the CPAP is not on this pocket does not inflate. If you over tighten the mask it will crush this pocket keeping it from keeping it from sealing properly.
5. Ask for help. You have a team that is supporting you. Take advantage of that team especially if you are having problems. Talk to your DME provider, your sleep lab or your sleep specialist. They are there to help you be successful. If you need a new mask or have questions they are there for you. They can get you a new mask if you need one. They may also be able to look at other therapy for you including BILEVEL therapy or oral appliances. Find support websites and local support groups. These will allow you to talk to someone who is outside your care group and will also allow you to find other patients who may be able to share what they did to overcome your problem.

CPAP therapy is designed to help you live a healthier life. It is long term care for the person who is using it and for the person who sleeps with him or her. It reduces snoring, apnea, and airway resistance. It does take some getting used to but in the end the energy and better health you experience from using your CPAP on a regular basis will be worth it.

Amy Korn-Reavis, RRT, RPSGT has been in the respiratory field for over twenty years. She has worked in all areas and is currently focusing on sleep coaching and how to help the community feel better by sleeping better. She is the manager of a sleep lab and teaches at the local community college. Her commitment to the community and the education of healthy sleep has led to her staring A.W.A.K.E. Orlando group. She also works with people looking for help to achieving optimal sleep at http://bettersleepcoach.com.

The Modern Consruction Industry And How It Uses Caulks And Sealants

A trip to your local home improvement store can be an overwhelming experience for the average person, especially if you're trying to figure out which caulks and sealants to use for your exterior home improvement project. Unlike the interior, the exterior faces high UV exposure, extreme temperatures and the requirement to stay 100% waterproof.

When you're dealing with silicone caulks, you have a non-paintable surface, with poor UV performance.  Although water based and latex caulks have good paintability, they also have high shrinkage, poor elasticity and poor UV performance.  Synthetic-rubber (polyurethane) sealants and tri-polymer sealants (silyl terminated polyether sealants) can do it all:  paintable, great moisture sealing, no or low shrinkage, and very good UV resistance. Many are also pre-tinted in popular colors. These include the popular NP1 (polyurethane sealant), Sonolastic 150 VLM, and Novalink sealants.

All of these sealant and caulk materials are heavily advertised and marketed with super flashy packaging, labels and all kinds of fancy logos. If you're looking for a high performance caulk or high performance sealant, you can literally be confronted with hundreds of brands and companies that claim to have the best product for your needs. So what can you do, when you are bombarded with all kinds of choices?

Each brand of caulk generally has its own special and unique qualities. Although, it is in your best interest to read all of the labels and also follow the company specifications, for the use of the caulk and sealant, the very thing you want to know may not be found on the labels of the containers at all! Many of the best products are architectural / commercial grade and not generally available to the public.

Sealant was originated through the needs for exterior finishing in the home building industry. Caulk was originally a term that was used to describe the sealant material used to build boats. Many companies and manufacturers these days are using caulk as an all-purpose word to describe paintable interior grade products. Sealants by definition have at least  /-25% elongation capability over a long-term period and are UV resistant.  Advanced sealants are 100% solids and offer up to 100% elongation.

Most of the general public use caulk and sealant interchangeably to serve the same basic purpose, which is to fill gaps between building materials and to shield materials from air and water.

Although sealants and caulk work the same basic manner, they both also fail for the same basic reasons. There are three major types of caulk failures that you will encounter. These are substrate, cohesive, and adhesive. The bond that is put between the substrate and the caulk can actually fail, making the caulk tear and break down. Caulked joint problems are also very common and are usually due to the substrate not being effectively prepared or using the wrong product all together.

So, before you choose a certain kind of product, you want to really think about how you will be using it and for what purpose. You will also want to consider the area or location you are going to apply the caulk or sealant.

For example, if your intent is to seal the area around the base of a toilet, sink, bathtub or shower, it will be imperative that you purchase a product that both mildew-resistant and durable enough to survive scrubbing and chemical cleaning. If your intent is going to be to use sealant or caulk between wood clapboards and vinyl windows, then you'll need to purchase a product that is able to bond very well to both types of materials and is weather resistant.

You will also want to keep humidity, temperature and moisture in mind when you are shopping for caulk or sealant. Water-based caulks not recommended for outdoor projects, because these products do not withstand the hot-to-cold and cold-to-hot weather changes, as well as other harsh weather situations. If you are living in an area that is below 50F during the time you need to apply sealant, then you'll probably want to use a silicone sealant, instead of polyurethanes, because polyurethanes are very difficult to apply in chilly conditions.

Other Applications: For sealing skylights, glass domes, greenhouses and such, Sonolastic Clear 25 is a popular product.  For Kynar or siliconized paint finished metal roofs, a special sealant formulated to seal to these surfaces is a must. Products such as Duralink are popular. For repair of swimming pool tile grout lines, polyurethane sealants are excellent. Products like Ultra provide a very durable seal, which can survive in areas where grouts fail quickly. Ultra is also used as a pickproof sealant in security applications.

To the delight of many, who prefer the do-it-yourself project, certain caulks and sealants can be color-matched to paints, tiles, grout, wallpaper and even carpeting. The beauty of these products is that they can be color-matched while they are still in the product tube. NP1 is also available in many popular pre-formulated colors. Any good home building products store will be able to help you color-match your caulk and sealant to your desired color. Once the caulk has cured, then it will precisely match the color you were seeking to acquire.

In summary, let's review your options again:

1. Water-based caulks are the easiest to work with. They have a smooth, thin and consistent flow, and they are easy to apply with almost any tool.  These products cure quickly, have very little odor, and the clean up is easy with water.

2. Silicone caulks and sealants are good for interior or exterior areas, which will not be painted and are good for areas that will be exposed to extremely cold weather, certain metals, and glass. Silicone materials do not repair well (nothing wants to stick to cured silicone material, not even more silicone)

3. Synthetic rubber sealant is best used for areas with high movement and dissimilar materials. These materials can be painted and are designed for long-term exterior exposure. There is also less chance that the synthetic rubber bond will break during movement. Common applications are roof tile repairs, roof moldings, and roof to wall sealing, window frame sealants, and doorsill sealant.

4. Self Leveling Expansion Joint Sealant, such as SL1 and SL2, are used to fill and seal the expansion joint gaps in concrete and driveways.

5. Tri-Polyimer sealants, such as Sonolastic 150VLM are the next generation. Although somewhat more expensive, they offer superior exterior performance.

6. New Hybrid products are available that defy all classifications. Using these kinds of sealants can yield a lot of surprises, so be sure to read the instructions carefully. Some of these products tend to expand upon drying, so it is best to test them out in an inconspicuous location before actually using them on your project.

Print this article and take it with you when you are shopping for caulk and sealant. Review it and then follow any instructions on the containers of the products you buy. It is our hope that this quick tutorial will help provide some clarity on exactly what products you should buy for your home improvement or home construction project.

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