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Evidence-based guides and insights to help you get the most out of your CPAP therapy. Written by the CPAP Insights team and reviewed against AASM clinical guidelines.

How Oxygen Levels Shape Your Sleep Apnea Picture

Understanding SpO2 dips during apneas reveals why AHI alone doesn't tell the full story of your sleep quality and health risk.

Jul 2, 2026·5 min readBasicsAdvancedOptimization

CPAP Masks by Sleep Position: Find Your Best Fit

Different sleep positions need different masks. Learn which mask types work best for side, back, and stomach sleeping—and how to avoid leaks.

Jun 30, 2026·5 min readBasicsGetting Started

CPAP on the Road: Realistic Camping & Battery Options

Yes, you can camp with CPAP. Here's what actually works, what doesn't, and when to consider backup strategies like oral appliances.

Jun 12, 2026·5 min readGetting StartedBasicsAdvanced

EPR Explained: Why EPR 3 Can Help You Breathe Easier

EPR (Expiratory Pressure Relief) softens the exhale phase of CPAP therapy. Learn how EPR 3 reduces the suffocating feeling many new users experience.

Jun 12, 2026·5 min readBasicsSettingsGetting Started
CPAP Insights analytics chart showing central apnea events and respiratory patterns

Treatment-Emergent Central Apnea: When CPAP Creates New Events

Some people starting CPAP therapy develop central apneas that weren't present before. Here's what treatment-emergent central apnea is, why it happens, and what your data can tell you.

Jun 5, 2026·6 min readAdvancedBasics
CPAP mask and tubing laid out next to a ResMed AirSense device

CPAP Mask Leak: How to Diagnose and Fix It Using Your Data

A mask leak is one of the most common — and most fixable — problems in CPAP therapy. Here's how to find exactly when it's happening and what to do about it.

May 10, 2026·5 min readBasicsGetting StartedSettings
CPAP Insights dashboard showing AHI score and nightly sleep metrics

Understanding Your AHI Score: What It Means and When to Worry

Your AHI (Apnea-Hypopnea Index) is the most commonly cited number in CPAP therapy. But what does it really mean, and when should you look deeper?

Mar 15, 2026·4 min readAHIBasicsGetting Started
CPAP Insights analytics page showing flow limitation patterns indicative of UARS

UARS: The Sleep Condition Your Study Might Miss

Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) affects millions but is frequently undiagnosed. Learn how to spot it in your CPAP data and what to do about it.

Mar 8, 2026·5 min readUARSFlow LimitationAdvanced
SD card being inserted into a computer card reader for CPAP data import

How to Read Your CPAP SD Card Data: A Complete Guide

Your CPAP machine records far more data than the MyAir app shows you. Here's how to access the full picture and what to look for.

Mar 1, 2026·4 min readSD CardImportGetting Started
CPAP machine with mask and tubing set up for sleep therapy

Optimizing Your CPAP Pressure: Is Your Machine Doing Enough?

Auto-titrating CPAP machines don't always get pressure right. Learn how to evaluate your machine's pressure responsiveness from SD card data.

Feb 22, 2026·5 min readPressureSettingsOptimization
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