Sleepweaver masks

[Grumpy]

Anyone tried one of these cloth CPAP masks?

http://www.sleepweaver.com/

[Poppy56]

I want one! A pink one - much more interesting than the one I've got. I wonder if they fit all types of CPAP machine.

[Tigers Fan]

Hmmmmmm .......

Their physics in 'How it works' is a total crock!

The pressure inside the balloon is not equal all around because it is open sided over your nose - tha balance is achieved by the head gear strap tension.

Until a forum member tells me differently, I'm of the opinion that if it's too good to be true, it's too good to be true. It rings of CPAP Scam to me!

TF

[Grumpy]

They are FDA registered..

... but are only sold in the USA.

[cpappy]

... but are only sold in the USA.

Hi, I just found this forum because I did a search for some UK feedback about the Sleepweaver masks. I thought they were US only too but I noticed that they're now selling them on eu-pap.co.uk, but as there's no reviews on there yet I was hoping to find some people from over this side of the Atlantic who have tried it. It's got glowing reviews on cpap.com but it'd be good to see how it's received over here too

I guess they've only just started selling them in the UK as I stumbled across it by accident. Has anyone tried one yet? Yay or nay?

First post! Hi everyone!

[Tigers Fan]

Shot down in flames!

Intus sell them!

I think the first review might be from one of our women members. How irresistable is a pink mask? - given that you have OSA, mind.

TF

[James @ Intus]

Yes, we just got them in and online.

Behold, the SleepWeaver Advance Soft Cloth Nasal CPAP Mask!

There's also a SleepWeaver FAQ, Cleaning Tips and a guide on how to fit the SleepWeaver.

To answer the questions and comments above, yes, it fits all modern machines/tubes as it uses the industry-standard 22mm connection.

We have stock of Blue, Pink and Beige. We're waiting for demand for the leopard skin before getting those in. TF, it suits your nick, would you prefer Pink or Leopard Wilderness?

Regarding the balloon analogy, I'd say TF and Circadiance (the makers of the SleepWeaver) are both right to an extent. I think that explanation is intended as a fitting, but loose metaphor/analogy. TF is right in that this balloon has a hole, where the nose is. So pressure is evidently going to escape into the upper airways (aside from during full apnoea). But during any form of resistance the balloon science holds up. As it's positive airway pressure, you would have to suck in air hard for the 'balloon' to collapse.

I think it's more to highlight the difference with traditional masks than to claim the SleepWeave Advance is exactly like a balloon. Ordinary masks put much more pressure on the skin to create the seal than the SleepWeaver does. That's what they try to get at.

So I do believe it's a fitting analogy but as with all metaphors/analogies, sure, it can be picked apart for criticism. But I wouldn't call the efforts and intentions behind this mask crock. Like RemZzzs, I think it's great, and very much testimony to American inventorship, that disgruntled users decide to do things better. You need guts and determination to take on the multi-billion dollar giants ResMed and Respironics. To actually succeed, and succeded they already have in the USA shipping a truck load of masks every week, makes it all the better.

As is often the case with a first attempt at total innovation, the original SleepWeaver had its criticism. But the success stories were already there and the product, even in its early stages, clearly showed merit. The current version, the Advance, not only ditches its elephant trunk looks, it has taken on board much of the feedback and according to Circadiance, the tiny return rates and masses of positive feedback show it's an extraordinary accomplishment. Had it been a scam, you would have found tons of complaints on BBB.

Sure, we sell this so I'm expected to be excited about it. But really, it is a unique mask that totally shreds accepted, sometimes mediocre ideas in design. I've put it on and believe you me, it's light. On our postal scales, it's just 30 grams. It weighs 'nothing'. And like a hovercraft on waves, it does seal.

As with all masks, the SleepWeaver won't suit 100% of the population. But I'm confident it suits a bigger percentage than the average mask till now.

Side sleepers, those who struggle with red marks, the claustrophobics, those with breaking skin on the bridge of the nose... All of these types of CPAP users will find benefits in the SleepWeaver Advance.

[Tigers Fan]

Two

Leopard Wilderness for the week but a pink one for Saturday nights, definately!

Unfotunately, as a mouth breather ........

[Poppy56]

I'd love to try one - will start saving now!

[ElleCee]

Like Poppy I would love to try one, I can't afford it though My husband is a taxi driver and I struggle now to keep house and family afloat financially pretty much on my own.

Shame because I cannot get on with a nasal one at all and the bridge of my nose is breaking down. I try padding it every night and always use RemZzz but to no avail.

James, Welcome back!
Would you like someone to trial and do a report on it for you?

Lorraine

[Poppy56]

If so, ElleCee and I both volunteer!

[ElleCee]

James,
Have you supplied any to the NHS? Just wondering if I should contact my sleep clinic and see if I can have one through them?

My husband says I had a cheek to ask you to trial one but if you don't try....

Anyways, I am sick of working myself to the bone while everyone else reaps the fruits of my labour. Building society, Council, utilities etc
I want some of my money for ME!! I work hard enough just to get through. Can't wait till I retire and claim everything I can from the state I want a holiday, I will need new clothes soon as the weight drops off but know I will be wearing size 24 when I am a size 14.
Good news, I have lost 1st 8lbs in 3 weeks

Lorraine

[countyDownMum]

Full face mask

I have a nasal mask to use with Fisher Paykel machine but it seems that I move this during the night and I think full face might suit me better. I have review tomorrow Monday at City Respriatory Center and I am going to ask if they can let me try a full face mask.
If they refuse I would consider buying a full face mask if I can afford it. Have you any advice or suggestions.

[Tigers Fan]

Best chance

Hi cDM

I reckon your best chance of geting the right mask for you, first time of trying, is to choose a manufacturer with a sleep clinic near you (assuming) and spend £25 on a mask fitting session.

Other than that, standard NHS issue seems to be Mirage Quattro. I get on well with mine and others in the forum report good results, too. It is a very, totally, uniquely personal thing, though - and the nub of successfl therapy.

TF

[James @ Intus]

We were at the British Sleep Society Spring Meeting in Warwick yesterday to officially launch this mask in the UK. There the hospitals attend as delegates and we gave many of them a free trial SleepWeaver. So yes, it's worth asking your clinic about this mask and telling them that if they don't have them already, to get them from us at Intus Healthcare.

I will see if we can spare a few for a forum give-away of sorts. Will have to think of something...