I toss and turn all night so I need something that will stay in place.  I am ready for a change from my full mask.  

Thanks

The Swift nasal system has worked really well for me. If you don't mouth breathe, it might be alot better for your situation. There are other makers, but I can only vouch for the Swift. It's great for me...
Dave


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Dear Carebear,

The Swift is the only nasal pillow system I've used.  It's really easy to adjust, but can take a while to get used to, and it blows air on your partner.  I really liked it, but my spouse didn't - and it turned out I was a mouth breather anyway.

If I were to consider a nasal pillow system again, I'd look at the Headrest, by AEIOMed.  It used to be called the Aura, and there are several threads about it here.  It vents upward, where it doesn't bother anybody.

- Ridge Runner

Some folks do not like the Swift as it shifts when you sleep on your side.  I love the Opti, it's great for side-sleepers!

I use the Breeze Nasal Pillows with little to no problems.


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ResMed S8 Vantage APAP w/ Humidaire 3i
ResMed Swift LT
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Carebear wrote:

I toss and turn all night so I need something that will stay in place.  I am ready for a change from my full mask.  

Thanks

Carebear,  I see alot of good suggestions for masks listed here.  However, I'm more concerned with the tossing and turning all night.  This sounds like you may not be on the right CPAP pressure.  If you have your apnea effectively treated, you should not toss & turn.  You should talk with your doctor about this issue and see about a pressure change or a new sleep study to determine if you are at the optimal pressure.
Good Luck
Carl


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Ridge Runner wrote:

Dear Carebear,

The Swift is the only nasal pillow system I've used.  It's really easy to adjust, but can take a while to get used to, and it blows air on your partner.  I really liked it, but my spouse didn't - and it turned out I was a mouth breather anyway.

If I were to consider a nasal pillow system again, I'd look at the Headrest, by AEIOMed.  It used to be called the Aura, and there are several threads about it here.  It vents upward, where it doesn't bother anybody.

- Ridge Runner

thanks for the info
did it really solved your sleeping problem? :) or just reduced it?
I'm thinking of changing into water bed, I don't know why.



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I have only used the Mirage Swift..and have little problems..with that said..I did blow the budget on a top of the line TempurPedic mattress..and the tossing and turning is now minimal..both DH and I now tend to stay in the same position for the majority of the night....plus I do know that my SA is being properly treated with the right pressure, low AHI and minimal leaks.


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The best pillow system is of course the one that works best for you.  Sometimes it takes a little trial and error to find the right one.


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57 yr. male
pre-CPAP apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) of 64
ResMed S8 Escape w/humidifier
ResMed Mirage Swift II nasal pillows system
Prescribed for a 6 but I like to fool with things, and prefer 7

I originally had the Swift II but I sleep on my side and found that it would press against my pillow and bother me by pressing my nose to the side.

I've since gotten a Swift LT and there definitely doesn't seem to be as much pressing against the pillow as my Swift II did.

Oh yea, if you have to pay for it out of your own pocket, try Amazom.com.  I got mine there with the S, M, and L nasal pillows for about $100 shipped.

Allen


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I just realized this thread is wicked old...hope the one who brought it out of the bowels of the forum was able to get their questions answered


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I use a ResMed Mirage Liberty. It's considered a Full Face Mask, but it's really a hybrid - a mouth enclosure and nasal pillows.  I tried the Swift LT (nasal pillows only), but I found that if I opened my mouth, the air would rush out and that feeling of trying to inhale against the outflowing air was troubling.  The Liberty equalizes the pressure and feels good. It also tolerates my sleeping on my side better than a nasal-only mask.

I started having problems with the pillows not pressing tightly enough against my nose and developing leaks.  I jury rigged a solution to stiffen the nasal pillow stems so they wouldn't compress all the way and thus would press them tighter against my nose.  That worked really well for me. and I've now had 4 nights with almost NO leaks!


Now that I've typed this all in, I read that the thread is old... oh well, I'm going to post anyway!


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CPAPerRon wrote:

I use a ResMed Mirage Liberty. It's considered a Full Face Mask, but it's really a hybrid - a mouth enclosure and nasal pillows.  I tried the Swift LT (nasal pillows only), but I found that if I opened my mouth, the air would rush out and that feeling of trying to inhale against the outflowing air was troubling.  The Liberty equalizes the pressure and feels good. It also tolerates my sleeping on my side better than a nasal-only mask.

I started having problems with the pillows not pressing tightly enough against my nose and developing leaks.  I jury rigged a solution to stiffen the nasal pillow stems so they wouldn't compress all the way and thus would press them tighter against my nose.  That worked really well for me. and I've now had 4 nights with almost NO leaks!


Now that I've typed this all in, I read that the thread is old... oh well, I'm going to post anyway!

Actually, I'm glad that you did post this.  I've been wondering about getting a different mask to use whenever I get a cold or my sinus' are conjested.  I'm currently using the Swift LT nasal pillows and they seem to be okay for sleeping on my side.  However, whenever I seem to have some nasal congestion I do seem to wake when I breath through my mouth.  I was wondering if you have any more interference with the Mirage Liberty than the Swift LT when sleeping on your side.  I also have the Swift II but it presses against the pillow when sleeping on my side.

Allen


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Allen,

I like the Mirage Liberty much better than the Swift LT.  It seems to tolerate my sleeping on my side (or cheek) much better than the Swift LT ever did. They both have a swivel attachment that allows the hose to be placed just about anywhere.   The Liberty has headgear support at the top of your head and four straps for the mask (two at the top and two at the bottom) that velcro-tighten to points at the back of your head to pull the mask tight for a seal, but you can have a pretty loose adjustment and still get a good seal.

I really like it.  Even more now that I've fixed my nose leaks!


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ResMed Mirage Liberty Full Face Mask (nasal pillows and mouth enclosure)
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