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[Treatment] Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
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01-29-2023, 11:27 AM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
Thank you. I’ll try to figure out installing the OSCAR software. The ST machine is very complex with with all the possible adjustments available. Trial & error is time consuming and can be frustrating.
01-29-2023, 01:00 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
If we could better understand your problem and needs, then we can certainly help you to decipher the ST algorithms. If you indeed have complex apnea, then the correct machine is ASV. Getting a look at the data is key to our being able to effectively help.
Sleeprider
Apnea Board Moderator www.ApneaBoard.com ____________________________________________ Download OSCAR Software Soft Cervical Collar Optimizing Therapy Organize your OSCAR Charts Attaching Files Mask Primer How To Deal With Equipment Supplier INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
03-04-2023, 03:23 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
I am meeting in two days with a new doctor, after taking a titration study for a prescription for an ASV machine. It’s vitally important that I get it set up correctly. I’m not sure how much experience she has with that, it will probably be a ResMed ASV. Any pointers or help from you would be greatly appreciated! It seems to me that the respiratory therapist at the durable goods office are more educated than my last sleep doctor, who no longer works at my healthcare office.
Thanks, Rick
03-04-2023, 08:51 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
I have treatment CSA, and using the T mode has avoided me having to get an ASV. I'm now .7AHI, with 0 drops under 90% confirmed with oximetry.
The big trick I've found is setting Ti Min Max to just under your nighttime breathing rate. ASV is the way to go, but I'd just already bought my machine and I got a screaming deal on it.
03-04-2023, 10:31 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
The Resmed Aircurve 10 ASV pretty much works automatically. We just follow the titration protocol for ASV auto mode and after one night, the optimal settings usually are pretty obvious. The ASV will detect obstructive apnea and UA and increase EPAP then work with adaptive pressure support between 3 and 15 cm to resolve periodic breathing, hypopnea and CA. It's pretty hard to get it wrong.
Sleeprider
Apnea Board Moderator www.ApneaBoard.com ____________________________________________ Download OSCAR Software Soft Cervical Collar Optimizing Therapy Organize your OSCAR Charts Attaching Files Mask Primer How To Deal With Equipment Supplier INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
03-05-2023, 04:21 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
Thanks for responding. I’ll read this post to her Word for Word.
04-13-2023, 09:26 PM
RE: Using T mode on Bi pap ST machine after 2 months
Sleeprider.
I should be getting the ASV machine next week. In the interm, I've been using recertified auto CPAP machine from Philips thru the recall. I'd be interested in your opinion if I actually have complex sleep apnea. I personally think there is no central sleep apnea going on - just obstructive. I've used it 13 times. The last 7 times the min/ max pressures are set at 13.5 / 17 max. Last 7 AHI are ; 3.0, 0.6, 1.2, 2.8, 2.6, 2.6, 1.5. Last 7 90% are from 13.5 to 16.5. Last 7 clear airway apneas are; 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1. Last 7 obstructive apneas; 17, 3, 7, 14, 12, 11, 4. Last 7 Total hypopneas are; 1, 0, 0, 1, 2, 0, 3. ALL 13 periodic breathing episodes, some at a lower setting in % are; 7, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0, 4, 0, 0, 0, 1. Flex settings are half C-1 and A-1. If that's then case, I'll just keep using this. I've downloaded OSCAR but haven't figured how to open the SD card. Your opinion is always appreciated, Rick Eiben |
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