07-11-2018, 05:00 AM
(This post was last modified: 07-11-2018, 05:09 AM by Hypoxic.)
Pico nasal mask replacement
Hi to all,
I use the Respironics pico nasal mask, but recently I experience air leak and uncomfortable fit of the cushion.
I wonder if it is about time to replace the mask cushion.
I read the mask manual but Philips doesn't mention the replacement period.
How often do you recommend to replace the mask cushion?
RE: Pico nasal mask replacement
Hi,
I've been on CPAP Since Aug 2015 and am only on my second PICO mask. And I can tell it's about time to change it as it doesn't seal like it used to. Based on what I have read here, I'm using my masks way longer than most. Probably because insurance covers replacement every 3-6 months. I do have insurance that covers replacement but I just keep using the mask until its no longer effective. I clean it weekly and I don't think there's a problem using it that long.
RE: Pico nasal mask replacement
Thank you Fedman.
I'm a CPAP user since May 2017 and still on my first Pico mask after 14 months.
I do clean it weekly (usually with wipes, not washing) and protect it from direct sunlight.
But during the last 2 months I have a feeling it's not as it used to be.
Can you remember when you replaced yours? It was after a year or two?
I would have already replace the cushion but our "big fat greek" insurance does not cover CPAP accessories at all!
Only CPAP machine replacement every 4 years...
RE: Pico nasal mask replacement
I replaced my first mask close to 2 years of use. When I kept tightening the straps to stop the leaks, I realized that I was being stupid about it. When I put the new mask on, I felt the difference right away. My current mask has been in use about a year and I'll change it now as I can tell it's starting to leak. Knda silly in my case when I can replace the mask through insurance.
07-12-2018, 04:15 AM
(This post was last modified: 07-12-2018, 04:17 AM by Hypoxic.)
RE: Pico nasal mask replacement
I'll do the same right now!