The latest from Lofta
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
If I snore, do I have sleep apnea?
Vitera and Evora Mask Review: Two new high-performance options from F&P
Lofta is focused on offering the best collection of CPAP masks for those who are treating Sleep Apnea. Lofta has included two new and innovative CPAP masks from Fisher & Paykel in the Lofta collection, the Vitera (Full-Face) and the Evora (Nasal).
CPAP Prescription Remote Renewal Options
One frequently asked question of our customer -- how do I renew my CPAP prescription if I’ve lost my old Rx? Do I have to go through a sleep test again to renew my Rx?
Many CPAP users get a prescription, start CPAP therapy, and then either lose the Rx or it expires. With a good CPAP machine sometimes lasting 10 years, it’s no wonder that you might lose the prescription.
Remote prescription renewal is available for existing CPAP users and is a great help if your prescription is lost or expired. No need...
Cleaning and Maintenance of CPAP Equipment
If you’re looking for the most therapeutic benefit out of CPAP treatment, proper cleaning and maintenance is critical.
The bad news: CPAP equipment is constantly creating and handling with warm, humid air (either from the humidifier or your breath). This is a perfect breeding ground for bacteria, mold and yeast if not regularly cleaned and disinfected. Additionally, as components break down, performance suffers due to air leak.
The good news: Proper cleaning and maintenance is pretty straight forward. This post will offer a few simple tips to follow for better sleep wellness.
Daily Routine:...
Home Sleep Tests and the Transportation Industry
About 28% of commercial truck drivers suffer from sleep apnea1. While the rest of the country also has high rates, commercial truck drivers at risk may need to be tested and compliant on OSA therapy to maintain their Commercial Drivers Licence (CDL). Managing a prescription for a sleep test and finding your way into a sleep lab for a 1 - 2 night test creates a nightmare scenario.
Before COVID-19 changed our world, about 70% of all sleep testing was done in sleep labs. It’s estimated that the market will shift to 70% home sleep...
Do you snore?
Are you often tired during the day?
Have you been told you gasp for air or stop breathing during sleep?
Do you have high blood pressure?
Is your neck size greater than 16 inches (for females) or 17 inches (for males)?
