02-14-2013, 08:10 PM
(This post was last modified: 02-17-2013, 02:59 PM by SleepyTime.)
S9 CPAP
First let me thank you for making available the software and PDF files with information I couldn't find anywhere else.
Having used a Medicare issued CPAP for about 3 years, I finally shelled out $999 for the S9 with H5i to get the air required and not a steady stream at 10cmH2O as prescribed with the CPAP.
Here's what I don't get. When I bought the S9, the tech at the store set it Low 5 and High 14. As I look at the pressure line, it starts at about 5 then climbs within 30 minutes or so to about 14 and stays there until I wake up...often 4 to 5 times a night. Each time when I go back to sleep, the same pressure climb.
To see whether the pressure was "stuck" I increased it several times over a few nights up to 16 cmH2O. Each time the pressure would climb to the max set point and remain there unless I had a big leak from my MirageFX full face mask.
I though the pressure would vary with my demand?
Could the S9 sensors be defective. Electronics do fail as we all know.
Any similar experience?
Btw thanks to the software I now know I have obstructive, central sleep apnea and hypopnea often in one night. Sometimes just hypopneas.
Only the pressure stays at the max!
02-14-2013, 08:22 PM
(This post was last modified: 02-14-2013, 08:28 PM by zonk.)
RE: S9 APAP
what S9 do you have
next to power button, should say Elite, Escape, AutoSet
sound like the machine set at 14 constant pressure with ramp set at 5 for 30 mins
when ramp time expired, the pressure increase to set pressure and stay there all night or if machine switched off for any reason during the night
Edit: as you can see data, you should have either S9 AutoSet or S9 Elite
02-14-2013, 08:45 PM
(This post was last modified: 02-14-2013, 08:47 PM by SleepyTime.)
RE: S9 APAP
(02-14-2013, 08:22 PM)zonk Wrote: what S9 do you have
next to power button, should say Elite, Escape, AutoSet
sound like the machine set at 14 constant pressure with ramp set at 5 for 30 mins
when ramp time expired, the pressure increase to set pressure and stay there all night or if machine switched off for any reason during the night
Edit: as you can see data, you should have either S9 AutoSet or S9 Elite
It's an Autoset
(02-14-2013, 08:45 PM)SleepyTime Wrote: (02-14-2013, 08:22 PM)zonk Wrote: what S9 do you have
next to power button, should say Elite, Escape, AutoSet
sound like the machine set at 14 constant pressure with ramp set at 5 for 30 mins
when ramp time expired, the pressure increase to set pressure and stay there all night or if machine switched off for any reason during the night
Edit: as you can see data, you should have either S9 AutoSet or S9 Elite
It's an Autoset
Actually ramp time is set at 5 minutes
RE: S9 APAP
Hi SleepyTime,
WELCOME! to the forum.!
Hang tight for more responses to your post and best of luck to you with your CPAP therapy and the new machine.
trish6hundred
RE: S9 APAP
Hi SleepyTime and
(02-14-2013, 08:10 PM)SleepyTime Wrote: First let me thank you for making available the software and PDF files with information I couldn't find anywhere else.
Having used a Medicare issued CPAP for about 3 years, I finally shelled out $999 for the S9 with H5i to get the air required and not a steady stream at 10cmH2O as prescribed with the CPAP.
Here's what I don't get. When I bought the S9, the tech at the store set it Low 5 and High 14. As I look at the pressure line, it starts at about 5 then climbs within 30 minutes or so to about 14 and stays there until I wake up...often 4 to 5 times a night. Each time when I go back to sleep, the same pressure climb.
To see whether the pressure was "stuck" I increased it several times over a few nights up to 16 cmH2O. Each time the pressure would climb to the max set point and remain there unless I had a big leak from my MirageFX full face mask.
I though the pressure would vary with my demand?
Could the S9 sensors be defective. Electronics do fail as we all know.
Any similar experience?
Btw thanks to the software I now know I have obstructive, central sleep apnea and hypopnea often in one night. Sometimes just hypopneas.
Only the pressure stays at the max!
What is your AHI? Are events spread out fairly evenly? Does the pressure start raising as soon as you turn the machine on (discounting ramp, of course), or after you've fallen asleep? When was your last sleep study? Was it an in-lab study?
The reason I ask is because you say you've used CPAP for about three years. I'm assuming that means that your sleep lab titration was 3 years (or more) ago. A lot can change in 3 years and, unfortunately, OSA can get worse with age. Also; I believe, and this is just my opinion, that in-lab titrations often lead to less than optimal pressure, as the discomfort of the environment can lead to a lighter sleep and less relaxation.
If the AutoSet doesn't start raising pressure until you are asleep (not counting the ramp) and your AHI is high (above 5) and the apneas and/or hypopneas are spread out; then the AutoSet might be doing the best job it can within the limits it has been given. Your pressure needs may be greater than what has been estimated.
Have you considered setting the top end at 20cmH2O and seeing what happens? If the machine is not malfunctioning it will not go any higher than what is needed.
Before doing this though, I would shut the ramp off and wear the mask with the machine on while awake for a little while to make sure the pressure doesn't raise when you know it isn't getting any signs of apnea/hypopnea or snore. If it raises pressure while you are awake and not snoring, etc., then the machine is probably defective and should be replaced - it should still be under warranty.
RE: S9 APAP
(02-14-2013, 08:45 PM)SleepyTime Wrote: Actually ramp time is set at 5 minutes
There comes a time with some of us where the ramp is more of a hassle than a benefit.
RE: S9 APAP
(02-14-2013, 10:01 PM)Ugly Wrote: There comes a time with some of us where the ramp is more of a hassle than a benefit.
Agree. I turned mine off because it was more of an annoyance than a help.
RE: S9 APAP
(02-14-2013, 09:52 PM)jgjones1972 Wrote: Hi SleepyTime and
(02-14-2013, 08:10 PM)SleepyTime Wrote: First let me thank you for making available the software and PDF files with information I couldn't find anywhere else.
Having used a Medicare issued CPAP for about 3 years, I finally shelled out $999 for the S9 with H5i to get the air required and not a steady stream at 10cmH2O as prescribed with the CPAP.
Here's what I don't get. When I bought the S9, the tech at the store set it Low 5 and High 14. As I look at the pressure line, it starts at about 5 then climbs within 30 minutes or so to about 14 and stays there until I wake up...often 4 to 5 times a night. Each time when I go back to sleep, the same pressure climb.
To see whether the pressure was "stuck" I increased it several times over a few nights up to 16 cmH2O. Each time the pressure would climb to the max set point and remain there unless I had a big leak from my MirageFX full face mask.
I though the pressure would vary with my demand?
Could the S9 sensors be defective. Electronics do fail as we all know.
Any similar experience?
Btw thanks to the software I now know I have obstructive, central sleep apnea and hypopnea often in one night. Sometimes just hypopneas.
Only the pressure stays at the max!
What is your AHI? Are events spread out fairly evenly? Does the pressure start raising as soon as you turn the machine on (discounting ramp, of course), or after you've fallen asleep? When was your last sleep study? Was it an in-lab study?
The reason I ask is because you say you've used CPAP for about three years. I'm assuming that means that your sleep lab titration was 3 years (or more) ago. A lot can change in 3 years and, unfortunately, OSA can get worse with age. Also; I believe, and this is just my opinion, that in-lab titrations often lead to less than optimal pressure, as the discomfort of the environment can lead to a lighter sleep and less relaxation.
If the AutoSet doesn't start raising pressure until you are asleep (not counting the ramp) and your AHI is high (above 5) and the apneas and/or hypopneas are spread out; then the AutoSet might be doing the best job it can within the limits it has been given. Your pressure needs may be greater than what has been estimated.
Have you considered setting the top end at 20cmH2O and seeing what happens? If the machine is not malfunctioning it will not go any higher than what is needed.
Before doing this though, I would shut the ramp off and wear the mask with the machine on while awake for a little while to make sure the pressure doesn't raise when you know it isn't getting any signs of apnea/hypopnea or snore. If it raises pressure while you are awake and not snoring, etc., then the machine is probably defective and should be replaced - it should still be under warranty. Thanks, I'll report in more detail tomorrow. Tonight I'll turn the ramp time off. Then after my final wake-up, I'll stay awake in bed for 20 minutes and then see what the pressure line shows.
RE: S9 APAP
(02-14-2013, 08:45 PM)SleepyTime Wrote: Actually ramp time is set at 5 minutes 5 mins ramp is not going to make much difference other than for me, would feel not getting enough air at such low start
S9 Autoset increase pressure in response to snoring and flow limitation
pressure increase can trigger problems to some people
such as aerophagia, discomfort during the night which can lead to feeling lousy during the day
its been suggested that if maximum pressure used for more than 10% of therapy time, may indicate that maximum should be increased providing leak is under control but if central events showed up than pressure should be decreased
its about compromise, pressure to control apnea without inducing centrals, comfortable enough to keep the mask all night every night
RE: S9 APAP
I can look at my graphs and tell when I fell asleep. It will be a relatively flat line at 12 (my beginning pressure) then will jump up to 15 or 16. It will then slowly settle down and look like ocean waves for the rest of the night.
If your machine is going to the maximum you have set and then not moving the entire night, something is wrong with the machine. Or the pressure is too low. What is your AHI?
PaulaO
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