Articles by Chris Vasta

Articles by Chris Vasta

Chris Vasta is the president of The CPAP Shop and an expert in sleep and respiratory therapy. He often provides insights on product design and functionality on various manufacturers’ prototypes and is frequently tapped to provide reviews on new releases.



  • ResMed AirTouch N30i Nasal CPAP MAsk

    ResMed Launces its First Fabric CPAP Mask: AirTouch N30i

    November 1, 2024
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    ResMed recently launched the AirTouch N30i Nasal Pillow CPAP Mask, the newest mask addition to their renowned AirTouch family. The N30i is a new and innovative nasal mask with a fabric design, made to help users feel more comfortable embracing their CPAP therapy and improving their overall sleep quality and health. It combines softness, breathability, and a high-performance, durable seal to provide exceptional comfort. Learn more about what makes this mask special, who it is best for, and more in this article.

  • Mouth Taping for Sleep Apnea: A Comprehensive Guide

    Mouth Taping for Sleep Apnea: A Comprehensive Guide

    October 29, 2024
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    Mouth taping for sleep apnea is one solution that many patients turn to for reduce some of the symptoms of sleep apnea. How effective and how safe mouth taping for sleep is should be a consideration for anyone thinking about trying this approach.

  • Why Does my CPAP Smell Bad?

    Why Does my CPAP Smell Bad?

    October 22, 2024
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    If you notice odors on your CPAP equipment, it may be time for a good cleaning. From your mask to tubing to filters, there are many places where bacteria and mold can flourish on your CPAP equipment and cause a bad smell.

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    Sleep Apnea and Truck Drivers

    October 14, 2024
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    Sleep apnea negatively impacts the well-being and health of nearly 20 million undiagnosed Americans.1 Left untreated, this sleep disorder is tied to both short- and long-term health complications. For people who make their living driving, untreated sleep apnea impacts the ability to focus and slows reaction times. It may also contribute to daily headaches. A study sponsored by the Federal

  • Products For Common CPAP Problems

    Products For Common CPAP Problems

    October 7, 2024
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    Sleep apnea is a condition where a person’s airway collapses during sleep, which leads to periods where the individual stops breathing. According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 18 million Americans are affected by sleep apnea. This increasingly common sleep disorder is linked to several comorbidities, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and increased risk of death. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the preferred treatment for sleep apnea, but adherence remains low.

  • Is It Legal To Drive A Car While On Oxygen?

    Is It Legal To Drive A Car While On Oxygen?

    October 1, 2024
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    Managing a respiratory illness shouldn’t mean being stuck at home with oxygen therapy. That’s why portable oxygen concentrators have become so popular. Oxygen therapy patients enjoy the freedom to go about their daily lives while receiving the oxygen they need. These freedoms include driving.

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    ResMed AirMini Autoset Travel CPAP Machine Review

    September 30, 2024
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    Our ResMed AirMini™ Review revealed that ResMed has listened to travelers using CPAP, and responded!  One of the biggest complaints among CPAP users is the size of their unit. Not only do larger standard units make traveling more difficult, but the alternative of vacation or business travel without their CPAP could be a health risk. Traveling with sleep apnea just got a lot easier! ResMed...
  • Exploring The Stages Of Sleep Cycles

    Exploring The Stages Of Sleep Cycles

    September 24, 2024
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    Sleep is an important part of our lives. Without enough of it, our bodies collapse with fatigue. However, different people do sleep differently and their bodies require different amounts of sleep. Some people can sleep as little as 5 hours a night and function just fine day to day, and some people require more than 9 hours of sleep to function properly. Age is also a factor in the amount of sle...

  • CPAP Mask Leaks: Causes and Solutions

    CPAP Mask Leaks: Causes and Solutions

    September 18, 2024
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    A leaking CPAP mask can mean poor CPAP performance. If your mask poorly fits it is more than just a comfort issue, it may be causing leaks that reduce the effectiveness of your CPAP machine. Mask leak is a leading reason why 45% of former CPAP users quit their therapy. 

  • EZ Distilled Water Filter System for CPAPs Review

    EZ Distilled Water Filter System for CPAPs Review

    September 12, 2024
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    The EZ Distilled Water Filtration System is a convenient and easy-to-use solution for producing distilled water for CPAP and BIPAP machines’ humidifiers. This product effectively removes calcium, manganese, and other contaminants from tap water, and it is ideal for use in machine humidifiers while at home, traveling, or on the go. This filter system is compact, simple to use, and cost-effective.