Tuesday, August 28, 2007

CPAP and BiPAP Therapy Machines

Cpap Mechines, Cpap Masks & Cpap Supplies

Continuous positive airway pressure Cpap machine is basically a pump used to pass a measured stream of air into the airway of the sleeping patient, splinting the airway (keeping it open under air pressure) so that unobstructed normal breathing becomes possible, reducing and/or preventing apneas and hypopneas.
CPAP treatment is primarily used in treating obstructive sleep apnea, although sometimes only partial improvement results.
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CPAP and BiPAP Therapy Machines

CPAP and BiPAP Therapy Machines

If you snore loudly and are usually sleepy during the day you may have sleep apnea—a lack of breathing while sleeping because the muscles of the throat relax excessively, thus blocking the flow of air.

Although sleep apnea cannot be cured, it can be treated through a CPAP Continuous positive airway pressure. A mechanical device pushes air into the lungs through the mouth, the nose, or through ventilation tubes.

cpap uses different types of masks, depending on the way the user breathes during sleep:
Nasal mask
Oral mask
Full face mask (air is delivered through both nose and mouth)
Masks should be replaced every year.

Some CPAP systems include humidifiers to increase the comfort of use. For example, these systems minimize condensation by compensating for any changes in the temperature of the room. Also, they maximize humidity if there is a leak and humidity is lost. This is important because without the humidifier the upper airways loose their natural moisture, causing pain or discomfort.

Some models include an Ambient Tracking device, which continuously senses changes in room temperature and alters the heater plate temperature accordingly to minimize condensation and maximize humidity.

People with obstructive sleep apnea that have trouble adapting to the conventional CPAP therapy may try the bi-level positive airway pressure (BiPAP)therapy.
BiPAP delivers air just as CPAP does, with the added feature of increasing pressure during inspiration. Once the inspiration flow stops, the BiPAP returns to the CPAP pressure level. BiPAP makes breathing even much easier and increases the comfort of the user.
Sleep apnea causes unrestful nights for many people. By using CPAP or BiPAP every night—for at least five hours—people with the condition can sleep better and enjoy their waking hours while avoiding the risk and complications of apneas—such as heart failure, heart disease, stroke, arrhythmia, and hypertension.

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Canes, Crutches, Walkers, Scooters, Scooter accessories, Wheelchairs, Wheelchair cushions, Wheelchair accessories and other durable medical equipment

Diabetic Equipment, Diabetic Machines, Insulin products, insulin syringes, diabetic strips, lancets and other diabetic testing supplies

Tens Units, TENS unit electrodes, electric heating pads, moist-heat heating pads and other Pain Management equipment and supplies

Blood Pressure Monitors, blood pressure cuffs and supplies, Thermometers, Breast Pumps and breast pump supplies.

Adult incontinence briefs, incontinence pads and other adult Urinary Incontinence Supplies

Ostomy pouches, wafers, pastes, Ostomy adhesives, catheters, Ostomy belts, skin care and other Ostomy supplies

Cervical Collars, Cervical Pillows, Neck and Back Lumbar Cushions, Shoulder braces, Back Supports, Knee Braces and other orthopedic splints, Orthosis, supplies and orthopedic appliances

Air Cleaners, Air Purifiers, Nebulizers, Oxygen Concentrators, Oxygen Compressors, O2 Cylinders, BIPAP/ CPAP machines, BIPAP/ CPAP masks and other discount respiratory therapy supplies and respiratory equipment

Treatment for Non-Healing Wounds

Treatment for Non-Healing Wounds
What’ s needed to heal difficult wounds is relatively simple: adequate nutritional status, good circulation, pressure relief and the removal of any dead tissue. Keeping wounds clean and free of infections is the most important step in healing. To promote the regrowth of new skin, a healthy base of tissue with a good blood supply is needed.
The body’s natural response to a wound is to cover it quickly. That means that a rubbery covering of material is often present, which prevents the growth of healthy skin. Removal of this material, called debridement is necessary for healing to occur.
A wound care team, in cooperation with doctors has a wide variety of tools to keep non-healing wounds clean and promote healing. Enzymatic ointments, topical growth factors, specialized biologic dressings and hyper baric treatments are just a few of the techniques now available for healing stubborn wounds.
Prevention is the best medicine
Prevention is the best strategy, but often patients do not have sensation and aren’t aware of the continuous pressure being exerted on their skin. For people at high risk for pressure sores, cushioning devices, air beds and barrier ointments can be very effective in preventing wounds.

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Specialty Wound Care

Specialty Wound Care

Non-healing wounds are a frustrating health problem for many people. Wounds that just don’t heal can arise from long periods or immobility, injuries or surgical incisions. Whatever the cause, these wounds require intensive care to prevent complications and encourage healing.
Fortunately, for many patients with stubborn wounds, hospitalization may no longer be necessary. Wound care centers, home health care teams and advanced technology have enabled people with complicated wounds to care for themselves at home.
Why wounds occur
When sustained pressure causes skin breakdown and eventually cell death, an open sore results. If pressure on the skin is more that the force of the blood flowing through the capillaries, the small blood vessels are closed, preventing blood from reaching the tissues. Often neurological disorders prevent patients from recognizing a dangerous situation because they cannot feel pain in areas that have excess pressure. Add poor circulation and poor nutrition into the picture, and it’s a perfect set up for a long-term wound that is resistant to healing.
Anyone who has limited mobility is at risk for pressure sores, or ulcers due to sustained pressure. This problem is especially prevalent in elderly patients, or those confined to a bed or wheelchair.

Specialty Wound Care Products: Click on the Category below to view:
Absorbers
Drainage Collectors
Odor Absorbent Dressings
Alginate Dressings
Foam Dressing
Sodium Chloride Dressings
Collagen Silicone
Hydrocolloid Alginate Dressings
Specialty Wound Miscellaneous
Composite Dressings
Hydrocolloid Dressings
Transparent Dressings
Compression Bandages
Hydrogels
Wound Cleansers