Review - Respironics ComfortClassic Nasal Mask
The Respironics ComfortClassic was my first CPAP mask I used after I had been diagnosed with Sleep Apnea. I had picked this mask because:
- It was a very light mask. Since I was not used to wearing a CPAP mask, most of the other masks felt heavy on my face. The ComfortClassic felt significantly lighter than other masks. I had thought that if I had something heavy on my face, I would be discouraged from using my CPAP, and would have bad habits from the start. I was glad I could easily transition to using my new equipment with this new mask.
- The mask was very, very simple. There are not a lot of adjustments you can make on this mask. I did not want something that I would need to fiddle with to get it right - I just wanted to put my mask on and sleep.
- The mask did not leave marks on my face. I was self conscious about this when I first was told that I had sleep apnea.
Other good reasons to get this mask are:
- It has been around for a while. There are a lot of neat, new masks being sold, but this one has been popular for several years.
- Since the mask is so simple, it relatively cheaper than other masks.
- It is a quite mask. It does not whistle while you breathe out, like some other masks.
I eventually changed to a different mask, since the recommendation is to change them every 6 months. (Your insurance might cover this).
Some reasons I stopped using this masked on a daily basis:
- After testing several other masks, and having experience with wearing the mask nightly, I had found that I wanted something more customizeable.
- The forehead gel pads on the top of the mask had ripped. Luckily, these can be replaced.
However, I was very glad to use the ComfortClassic. I still wear this mask when I travel, because I am not worried about losing any small parts for it (since it is constructed so simpily). I would definately reccomend this mask
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