The CPAP therapy units are manufactured by Respironics, a part of the Philips Corporation. These amazing CPAP units offer a completely noninvasive, assisted ventilation method for sufferers of sleep apnea and snoring. The durability of the machines is second to none, and they're also lightweight and extremely portable. Many models include a built-in humidifier which is very useful when the machine is being used in a cold or dry area.

Respironics CPAP machines really treat sleep apnea and snoring extremely well, by providing a positive air pressure into a sleep apnea mask, which subsequently provides a positive airflow into the mouth and throat area. This method subsequently reduces the likelihood of the soft tissues of the throat and soft palate from collapsing through over relaxation was the patient is asleep. This prevents, or considerably reduces the chances of an apnea episode from occurring.

Although these machines are very easy to use and setup it is always worth taking it to your sleep apnea professional or doctor to get some help with initial setup. They will also offer you some basic advice on the maintenance requirements of the cpap masks machine although these are fairly minimal. The benefits of advice on the initial setup before first use is that you will have effective therapy from the start.

The Respironics Comfort Classic series is one of the most popular and reliable cpap machines on the market. For those with a little more cash to spend the Remstar DS200S model offers exceptional value and functionality. Both machines will offer the sleep apnea patient consistent and reliable treatment with very little maintenance. The hoses and masks should be inspected frequently for signs of degrading, but on the whole the units are fairly cheap and simple to operate.