RE: Presure on Exhale
PR machines have an exhale relief called Flex. There should be a setting available to you in the settings. I don't have their machine so I can't tell you how to access it. Check the manual that came with it and look for the Flex setting. The numbers means how much of a difference between the inhale and the exhale. So if your inhale is 12 and the Flex is 1, the exhale would be 11. Start with 3 which is the highest you can go.
Also sit up with it on (both mask and machine) during the day to get used to breathing against it.
PaulaO
Take a deep breath and count to zen.
07-21-2017, 03:57 PM
(This post was last modified: 07-21-2017, 03:58 PM by Scott C..)
RE: Presure on Exhale
I use the Dreamwear mask. I have it set on A-flex with a flex of 1 with 3 being the easiest on exhale. To access these settings push top right button along with front menu button for about 6 seconds. Then go to comfort screen where you will find these settings. I would take note of all settings before changing them for a reference . This is found in the"provider" guide.
RE: Presure on Exhale
also don't try to breath out, just let it happen, The lung doesn't fully empty because of the pressure splint to keep your throat open. It can feel funny at first. Don't worry, you are getting plenty of air in and out. Get some sleepyhead charts up and the forum will help you fine tune.
RE: Presure on Exhale
Hi vincentbizz,
WELCOME! to the forum.!
I know that CPAP therapy can be frustrating and difficult to get used to, but just stick with it, it does get better over time.
Good luck to you on your CPAP journey, hang in there for more responses to your post.
trish6hundred
RE: Presure on Exhale
Thank you every one for your suggestions. I will persevere and try turning the flex to 3. I think its at 2 now. It's really gotten to the point where I dread going to bed because it has become such an effort. Hope it doesn't take to long to adjust!
Thanks again - you are all a great bunch. Very helpful!
RE: Presure on Exhale
Turn the pressure down for a week. min 6 max 7. The main thing is when you are in bed, the mask is on, no excuses. There is an adjustment curve and some have a harder time. Take it one step at a time. You could even start with using it while you watch TV, to get use to it.
RE: Presure on Exhale
There are also two flex modes, A and C (I think that is the names). I found one much more comfortable than the other, but I can't recall which. Try both and see. It does take some getting used to, but once you are over that you will no longer notice it unless you concentrate on it. Give it time.