I’ve tried Sleep Cycle and really liked it! It tracks your sleep stages and wakes you up at the best time.
I use cannabis for chronic pain from Releaf, and it has been really effective for me. It might also help with sleep issues, as it helps relax the mind and body, which can be great for reducing nighttime awakenings.
I’ve had tinnitus for years, and when I started CPAP it did seem louder at first. For me, it settled down after a couple of weeks once I got used to the mask and the air pressure. You could try playing some soft music or white noise at night—it helped me mask the ringing until my ears adjusted.
We ended up putting two separate mattresses on one bed frame, and honestly I hardly feel my partner moving anymore
You could check your leak graph in OSCAR to spot when leaks spike and maybe ignore those times when you’re not really getting therapy. A better mask fit or a chin strap might help seal it better, so you don’t get those fake clusters of apneas.
I’ve also been looking into alternatives to help with sleep, especially central apnea. Tried a few CBD oils myself, with mixed results, but I do think quality and guidance make a big difference.
If you’re still experimenting or want something more tailored, you might want to check out this medical cannabis clinic called Releaf. They actually match you with a doctor and help you figure out what might work best based on your condition. Way better than guessing or trying random oils off the internet.
It sounds like the lab tests haven't been working out for you, and it's hard to trust the process when nothing seems to explain what’s happening. Maybe it could help to look into some better home sleep study kits or even get a second opinion from another doctor who’s open to home testing.
I've struggled with CPAP too, and your ideas about focusing on nasal breathing and even combining treatments sounds like a plan worth discussing with my doctor.
When the mask leaks, it seems like the machine catches a lot of false events that end up boosting the AHI score. It makes sense to want the reading to reflect only the time when therapy is actually being delivered.
It sounds like your CPAP is really working for you. I'm glad you're getting better sleep and feeling rested in the mornings.
