CPAP is an acronym that stands for continuous positive airway pressure. It is a form of therapy used for people who have obstructive sleep apnea. Sometimes the continuous pressure of CPAP is uncomfortable for the person using it. If that happens, BIPAP may be an alternative. Though BIPAP therapy is similar to CPAP and will [...]

CPAP masks, an acronym for continuous positive airway pressure, are one of the most widely used therapeutic interventions for sleep apnea. Those who wear the masks deal with a device that uses a controlled air compressor to generate and air stream at a constant pressure, preventing the apneas from occurring. The pressure used varies among [...]