How to use the ApneaLink™ Air Home Sleep Testing Device
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- čas přidán 4. 09. 2024
- This video explains the entire home sleep testing process, from start to finish, with ApneaLink Air from ResMed. It demonstrates exactly how to set up the ApneaLink Air device once you get home, and explains how to use it.
The ApneaLink Air device is indicated for use by a Health Care Professional (HCP), where it may aid in the diagnosis of sleep disordered breathing for adult patients. ApneaLink Air records the following data: patient respiratory nasal airflow, snoring, blood oxygen saturation, pulse and respiratory effort during sleep. The device uses these recordings to produce a report for the HCP that may aid in the diagnosis of sleep disordered breathing or for further clinical investigation.
ResMed Air Solutions. A new beginning in great sleep.
Agreed. A video for woman is a must with the placement of the device.
Good point. Where do I put it, under my arm pits? Below the breasts?
@@maedilein6802I read in one of the comments to place it on your upper waist area, so I’m thinking that means below the breasts. We do need a video though.
@@maedilein6802 I'm guessing the centre area where the between the chest and stomach area.
I'm getting mine in a week or two. I'll let you know.
@@blacktornado5212That is probably ideal.
opened the pack and immediately started crying with stress at the amount of components so im glad this vid is here
Thank you for reaching out and we're glad to hear the video helped to ease your stress.
There’s one button lol
@@christophermiles6643A button is not the only component.
@@christophermiles6643everything feels like Apollo 11 when sleep deprived
@@tryptamine-loopring-ethYes, thats so true!
I envy you long term CPAP users. I did a CPAP test and got 45 minutes total sleep with it over more than a month of testing 5 years ago. The severe sleep apnea gave me AFib. Tonight I take this test to be able to get a simple canula attached to an oxygen maker to help a little bit. How I wish the CPAP had worked for me.
are you under any treatment for it?
What treatment works if you cannot tolerate CPAP?
@@NeerajSharma-pw1zu Not everyone can tolerate CPAP and some sleep disorders won't resolve with CPAP. Two other alternatives are APAP and BiPAP, Adaptive Servo Ventilation, as well as oral and nasal appliances. It really depends on the individual and their particular situation.
@@jennbrown1163I used a CPAP machine for almost 15. All of a sudden the masks started breaking my face out. Tried different styles, even nose pillows. I finally had to give it up after a needed dermatologist visit. It's a miracle I never croaked in my sleep. Years later I'm testing for Inspire now. Hopefully I'll have success with this kit. Has to be more comfortable than the old fashioned CPAP with hose attached to the face. 😊
you can change for MAD mandibular advance dispositive , consult your dentist.
I had the old school test some 15 years ago, got diagnosed with sleep apnea, but could not tolerate the CPAP dash dash masks don't fit the peculiar configurations of my facial bones and all that happens is that cold, dry , air blows in my eyes and keeps me half-awake (and uncomfortable, natch) all night. The alternative is a mouthguard which protects both against sleep apnea and teeth grinding, but it feels so gross and horrible in my mouth, and is so covered with gross saliva by morning, that I find it utterly revolting and thus have never been able to develop the habit of wearing it. It has sat in my medicine chest probably 9,997 of the last 10,000 nights. This for $1,500 a pop, twice now. I'd really rather just develop AFib and die.
Looks better than sleep studies of old, where you get fitted with a bunch of wires on your head and parts of your body. Plus, you do it at home instead of some weird place with a camera on you.
The advantage of the sleep studies of old was that _somebody else hooked you up_ and you could be assured that everything was being done correctly. This DIY s*** is for the birds. Surely there's some value in not ramping up the patient's anxiety to sky high levels right before they are supposed to lie down and go to sleep!
Tonight is my exam with the sleep Acnea machine. I ask my God that everything goes well ... Thank you very much for the explanation as the instructions sent by the doctor on the paper are a little confusing.
I wonder if you managed
Had trouble falling asleep with it on. Normally I don't have trouble sleeping at all, but at least the test worked.
Do you have sleep apnea?
@@brownsugarlucas8091 according to the test I have mild apnea. Go figure.
So now ur on a cpap?
@@markymark1175 not at the moment. I am due for another test soon. Who knows what it will tell. Fingers crossed.
@@tomnoddy1 how are you doing today?
I completed my in-home study this morning. It was easy to assembleand use. The video was very helpful.
Thank you for letting us know, Joyce and we're glad to hear the video was helpful for you.
Got mine in tonight. Thank god. Finally get some answers. Im tired of being tired.
2 years later...Are you tired anymore
Mine last night
Shes still sleeping
@@markymark1175 bruh, lol
Sooo did it help you??
I completed my at home sleep study.
Compared to other machines I've used. I found this machine to be the best.
Easy setup,
no confusing instructions.
I was greatful to have found this video on CZcams. I just wanted to just cross reference to make sure. I was properly hook up.
Cant wait for my results
Is it free
@@BlackMamba-lt8oe 195$
@@BlackMamba-lt8oe It is the at home test. Your doctor will loan it to you for testing and then you have to return it so the office can see your results. Then if it's warranted, you would be fitted for a cpap and mask.
I agree with you the ease of use was wonderful. I just wish that Dr. Office would have provided link or qr code to this video. I realize I inserted nose sensor upside-down and behind my head instead of under my chin. I hope my test results aren't flawed.
Is it just me, or are the prongs of the air flow tube pointing UPWARDS, not downwards???
I found this video helpful. The test equipment was not uncomfortable. Taping the cannula and oximeter in place really helped a lot because I sleep restlessly.
These instructions were spot on and helped me set it up without issue.
I completed the in-home sleep study with this machine last evening. I actually slept better with this monitor attached! When I woke up in the middle of the night, I went back to sleep (although it took awhile to fall asleep again) rather than my usual habit of turning on the light and reading for several hours because "I can't sleep!". I'll be very interested to hear the results.
Complete placebo
What were the results?
Let me know how you made out.
I am going to be doing this next week.
@@beem6401yes please you tell us as well
"That's like saying if I put my stethoscope on my head, I'll be a better listener. It's s a diagnostic tool, testing device, not treatment. "
@@fsreyes1 are you sure you know what this diagnostic tool looks like? It has something that you put into your nose and breath through. So this fella might have had a good night’s sleep because he could breath better because of it. Some ppl actually buy a similar aid to sleep with. I tried that but it wasn’t as nice as the one came with the machine because it was much smaller.
I have used this at least 3 times over 2 years. The video is accurate, but I woke frequently each night it was worn.
I'm about to go pick one up and I can tell already this is going to keep me up.
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@@kenpike1405 I agree also If you wake up during the night to go to the restroom, what do you do with this thing
@@sondraschweitzer3336 you’re supposed to bring it with you is what they told me. It’s clipped to your body
This is only the test and analysis. It is not the solution. That comes after you return it and they diagnose your test.
Abou to do mine rn.. I have to use it for 3 nights. $350 and my insurance didn’t cover this! But I hope in God this is gonna help me to determinate my problem! I been feeling tired, dizzy when I wake up and waking up like I can’t breath in the night . The video is helpful and now when I see many comments I have to tell everyone that we not alones we all have families and want to leave a normal life! Let’s take care of our health friends!
Here in india it’s around $ 85 - 100
Do you have sleep apnea?
I work as a rental home care manager in my company so, i have a bit of information regarding it.
I'm getting mine on April the 14th, I have to do it for 3nights. I'm happy to finally be getting some help.
Mines two nights
Any idea why 3 nights? I've only been asked to do it one night.
Mines 2 nights. Start tonight.
How accurate were the results?
Also had 2 night study.
Very helpful video. I found this to be very easy to use and was comfortable for me. I couldn’t tolerate the CPAP machine. I kept removing the nose piece off in my sleep. They made me an oral appliance that juts my jaw forward so this was to test if the appliance is working.
I wish I had it so simple. My apnea is more obstructive in the throat along with a deviated septum. Started early and kept it on for 11 hours. No trouble getting up and going to the bathroom several times. Completed test ok. ;-)
Did my test the other day. Everything went smoothly. Happy to report I have no apnea whatsoever. Sadly this doesn't explain why I suffocate in my sleep sometimes...
These tests are not accurate! Go and do the wide sleep apnea test and you get accurate results!
I was told by my doctor this test is only 70% reliable. Ask your doc for a clinical sleep study. They’ll have you stay overnight hooked up to fancier equipment.
The overnight sleep study where you're hooked up to all kinds of leads and then told "try not to move too much". Who can sleep like that? Plus they get you there around 8 p.m. I normally don't go to bed until midnight. I'm doing the at home test tonight but am not looking forward to it. I have sciatic pain if I sleep on my right side too long, so I'm thinking I'll just have to wedge myself in, left and right with pillows so I don't move.
I can sleep without moving much. I usually sleep in the same position all night
Every once and awhile, I hold my breath, even though my airway is clear. I rarely wake up feeling rested though.
I am doing this tonight. Hopefully it works. After reading these comments I am not confident. I will be back in this thread to tell you how it went. By the way my wife says I stop breathing in my sleep
Wishing you all the best, Ben, as you begin your CPAP journey!
I just done a sleep study with this machine and I found it to be very difficult to sleep with it, the nose unit made my nose itchy and having wires and the machine on my person made it hard for me to stay asleep.
Instructions very clear and helpful. Unfortunately, I am not able to sleep with anything attached and that is what happened today, at 3 something am I disconnected the monitor. I was told to return it today.
Probably the worse sleep i’ve gotten in my life taking this test, if you are a side sleeper or like me and sleep on your stomach then get ready to get terrible sleep in fear that you might end the test from unplugging something.
Not everyone is self conscious that way. That is on you and your anxiety. Stop blaming the test and blame yourself.
You're right. I even took two different otc sleeping aids to help. Couldn't sleep due to having the apparatus being uncomfortable (nostrils felt stuffy, had to breath through my mouth. Finger pincher wire, as well as nostril hose were too restrictive). I CANNOT sleep on my back due to bulging discs. Plus I move alot when I'm sleeping. I do not sleep in only one position like a mummy.
This test SUCKED. Had to take an anxiety pill in the middle of the night!
I finished the hours needed. Gladly took of the darn thing. Now I can go back and get some real sleep.
Hey, you really need to do a video showing how a woman would wear this thing. Most men have a flat chest space and women don’t making the instructions difficult to follow. Even if there had been written instructions I’m sure they would have not had instructions to put the thing on for women. Gods blessing for women make it difficult to know where to place it.
for us ladies: put it above your boobs _ czcams.com/video/l1CYkxSkSzA/video.html
My doctor showed me between the girls
Every body is different I hope you figure it out lol
I never thought about how difficult that would be. I am male so I don’t have any say, I hope everyone who has breast can find what’s comfortable!
What if my girls are too big?👀
I did this last night. If it worked properly their gonna love the results when i had a calf cramp in the middle of the night.
Did mine last night. I was aware of the equipment and it wasn’t my best nights sleep, but everything went smoothly. So we’ll see…
The test with this unit was excellent the video helped to do it right.
I awoke several times during testing to find that the cannula had slipped out of my nose, and a red light had appeared on the monitor. Be certain to tape the cannula securely, but do not obstruct breathing - ensure that you receive the best possible (normal) sleep that you can get, device notwithstanding.
Did your test work despite it slipping off?
@@rendonrjr It did. After the full testing period, all of the data was recorded successfully. Should you later move on to a mask test (I used a nose-only mask), please make sure that you have a little bit of play in the mask and strap prior to sleep. I had a 0% leak rate, which was apparently unheard of, but it was very uncomfortable. Allow the mask to slip a bit from time to time and you'll likely sleep better than I did.
@@rendonrjr Yes, it did. I think that the software is smart enough to work with the most basic collected data and extrapolate from that. I'd imagine that the slip off process is incredibly common for this type of testing, and if the process fails, then they would simply schedule a new test. Mine provided plenty of data.
This was a good instructional video. My light turned red n all I had to do was place the finger monitor thing back on the strap. I tested it a couple times n that was it. Don't let the clipped finger monitor fall off the strap that's around your chest. It takes a few seconds for it to turn green. It's not uncomfortable if you do it right. I actually fell asleep tho I'm up now too early as usual. I hope they find something explaining what I'm going through, I woke up to the sound of a fire alarm n it didn't even go off :/ it's my brain telling me to wake up n breathe. I've had dreams of going under water to swim ie holding your breath ie NOT breathing. It's the dream that made me realize what was goin on. Had another dream my mouth n nose were being closed by a freaking poltergeist. Scary stuff when you can't breathe while sleeping
This happened to me last night, So I put it back on but this morning the red light came on under the test complete. My doctor is out until Monday and I need to figure out how to reset the machine and do it again.😢
@Jesse T that sucks, they have to make things so complicated. I wonder if you just hold a button n it resets?
@@jesset2504 did they tell you what to do? I picked mine up on friday and used it Friday night. But when i woke up to end the test 2 of the outer lights started flashing red. Then i held it again and test completed light was red too. Idk what else to do i slept horribly
@@jcd780 I know it’s late but I hope it worked out for you! I was lucky and they was able to get just enough data that I didn’t have to do it again. I finally got my machine back in February after almost 2 yrs of nonsense. So far it’s been helping but it takes a lot of getting used to.
@@jesset2504 nah I gotta go back tomorrow and pick it up again :(
All my homies have sleep apnea
Not all the homies 😪😭🤣. We do tho
All my fat homies do
Damn Skippy
My farther has it 😭
Get em to the doc....this kills apnea kills your heart and brain.
This video is godsent regardless if the equipment I'll use will be the same or not. Cause most key details will be the same. Thanks!
Well this has been intensely stressful...i was so happy to hear i could do a home test thinking i could sleep better at home but i am now on my 6 failed night, probably going to have to give the equipment back or have a dead battery before it ever works. i have had 3 nights where i didn't sleep at all! just pulled an all nighter (not intentionally) and the other 3 nights i lay awake 3-6 hours just recording me being awake and not snoring. only to realize it was not going to happen and remove the equipment and then passing out in the daytime without the machine. Its now 7:00am on christmas my eyes are burning im exhausted to near tears and am seriously done with this...a whole week screwed up by this test. dreading the fact that i will likely spend tonight yet again awake with tubes taped all over me for absolutely no gain. i have insomnia and chronic pain im starting to think this is literally impossible.
I hope you finally got a useful test result.
@@savannahzmomma Well i finally got it! The battery did as predicted die from overuse but apparently got juuust enough data to show i breathe shallow and occasionally not at all :| Finally made it work by sleeping in the daytime. Now to see whether or not i'm getting my tonsils removed as they are partially to blame.
I also had a hard time the first night but I figured most of it was anxiety. I'll be trying it again with a calm mind. Let see what happens.
Appearently this thing has no idea if ur sleeping or not...I wore this gadget for about 1 hr., couldn’t get comfortable with all the wires etc...laid there awake and finally said the heck with this and turned this thing off. The messed up part is now they tell me I have sleep apenea yet I never actually slept ...??? Next up a cpap machine that probably idles like a Mack truck
@@NymphetaminexXxGrrrl I know this is late, but did you get your tonsils removed after all?? And if so, did it help with the sleep apnea?
Helpful video!! God bless everyone’s test🙏
First night with this contraption tonight. Not excited by any means. My Dentist asked me to take this test, anyone else's Dentist recommend this test?
My dentist did? How did you turn out?
My dentist did as well after I had a tooth chip for no apparent reason.
I have a sleep test this upcoming Thursday. I hope they give me this device because it looks easy to setup and walk around with in case you have to use the bathroom. Some of the other device setup videos looked sort of difficult...
i wonder if they'd still be able to get results if you have to get up and use the bathroom. I'm picking my sleep study device up next Tuesday, don't know if it'll be like this one. Can't sleep more than 2 hours max at a time, hope they can figure out how to help me.
This would been better than having wires all over that drove me crazy 4 days in hospital I couldn't sleep
@@outdrsgrl same. 2 hours max no matter what. Every day past 10 years.
@@outdrsgrl Yes. According to the instructions you can go to the bathroom and even remove the finger oxymeter temporarily to use the sink.
I hardly slept at all with this thing on. So uncomfortable and I have trouble sleeping anyway so that didn’t help. The light was green in the morning though, so I hope it got enough data. Sending it back today.
I hope you, the reader, find the help you need. ❤
I just received this monitor today. Not sure what I'm in for. I do toss and turn. I'm a side sleeper. I was trying to find if I must stay on my back.I hope not. 💤 😴
I just tried this last night and it was horribly uncomfortable and I couldn’t fall asleep or stay asleep. I was told to place the belt very tightly around my upper waist and it pinched me the whole night. Ive had back spasms all day today in the spot where it was digging into me. And the respiratory effort light blinked red the entire night. The sleep tech told me not to worry about it. Considering that I couldn’t even sleep, I doubt they’ll even find anything wrong with me. Definitely not what I thought it was going to be.
the problem is, you love to complain about everything seems like.
The written directions for this say wear it above the breast for women (not above the waist) and snug, but not too tight.
I had no written instructions. Men get to have a proper demonstration on this video. Women get to choose to have monitor in their face or down at the stomach. I chose wrong and have to do the test again.
@Donna Bradford where were you supposed to put it around?? I use mine tonight. I just got texted this video and zero instructions. Picked it up from some tiny office I'd never heard of.
@@69DildoPileup- pathetic little troll.
My test failed, will it let me do it again? I don't have to return it until Monday. I turned it off too early, it says leave it on for 6 to 8 hours. :/ I tried it again on Sat. night and it worked. Test complete! Yay!!
So I performed the test exactly as described in the instruction two nights in a row. The test seemed to have been performed well. But in the morning when I held the power button for 3 seconds like instructed, there was no red or green light in the “Test Completion” area. Super confusing system. I would not recommend this to others.
Same thing happend to me
Agreed I had to take the home sleep test twice both times machine couldn't give a reading..now I have to actually do a sleep test center. And I am so sort of a night owl .sleep center wants me there by 8 pm Oct 3
What does this mean? Same happened to me. Tried to end the study but the test complete light did not indicate either green or red. It was just blank.
Well what happened
First night doing this had a failed result at the end after a horrible night of worry of having a failed test what would be my next move
In your video you should tell us if there’s anything we need to do if we get up during the night. Do we keep it running or turn it off and then on again
Keep it on
When I talked to them on the phone, they said it needs to be on for at least 7 hours and to leave it on and running if I have to use the restroom. They said I can take the finger thing off while I'm otherwise occupied, but to leave the rest in place.
@@therealmaizing5328 thanks!
The music is so loud I can't hear the instructions. Not here for a concert. Thanks!
Hi Cathy and thank you for your feedback. We'll pass your issues with the audio levels on to the appropriate teams within ResMed for improvement to future videos. Thanks! ResMed Customer Care
Thank you!
@@dextryn8061 loll
@@dextryn8061 That was rude, Ryan. And doesn't even make sense. Grow up.
I’m doing it tonight 💤
How are you doing?
One thing I find interesting is this video and the instructions from my doctor do not talk about sleep positions. I'm normally a side, face sleeper, and I CANNOT fall asleep on my back. I wonder if this will affect results..
If you tend to sleep on your side, you could rotate the belt so the device is at your side or back. As long as it is able to monitor your breathing, you can adjust the positioning of the machine & belt to fit your needs.
Bu cihaz uyku testi için hastaneden bana verildi. Bu video sayesinde nasıl kullanacağını daha iyi öğrendim.
I my case this device is expensive to use (around $250 with $25 a day late fees) and a waste of time at the cost of a good night's sleep. I have been using a CPAP machine for over 15 years and my wife will tell any doctor, or sleep study firm, that when I do not use it, I snore loudly and stop breathing all night long. All this device will tell your doctor is you need to have a formal sleep study done. That study determines what CPAP pressure settings are necessary for you home CPAP machine and costs even more money.
MY doctor never told me there were fees for this especially late fees.. I hope you're wrong at least concerning me for the Apnea Sleep Device.
@@HoldenNY22 this is not a sleep apnea sleep device, it is a device used to monitor your sleep to determine if you have sleep apnea. If you already know you have the problem or if you are already using an existing CPAP you should be able to tell your doctor to bypass this step. In my case it was out of the doctor's control and this useless step was required by the sleep study company. It was a money maker for them so why cut it.
So u can bypass ur dr to get a cpap ? Will insurance cover it if not rx by ur dr?
Yeah, I imagine this is just a bare basic test to show if you have episodes where you stop breathing. If yes, THEN they will send you to a REAL sleep study. They dont just take peoples word for it. Even if youve had apnea for years. The REAL sleep study is way more complicated and sophisticated and has to be done by a professional sleep expert. It is also wayy more expensive than this. The real sleep study also picks up other sleep disorders, such as periodic limb movement disorder. So, if this thing shows that you have sleep apnea, youre not done. Next step is a real sleep study at a clinic. They dont take you seriously for a real study until you do this one first.
@@CluckyBaby I have heard people doing their “real” sleep study at home. In addition, the cpap device used for this purpose also measures everything this non-CPAP apena air tests for-so I will be insisting on that next, if not an option, my next step will be to select another provider in my network who follows this protocol.
Very helpful video....Thanks.
Trying mine today hope everything goes well
Is the belt and device on your chest measuring anything directly, like heartbeat? Or is that just a convenient place to wear it?
Ok, let me answer my own question: it’s the effort sensor. So it is measuring something.
I believe it is measuring respiration rate.
The belt is hinged. As you breathe in and out, your chest expanding and contracting causes the hinge to move. This is the way the system keeps track of your respiratory rate.
i keep falling asleep!.
OK folks.....Insomnia is one thing and can be different from sleep apnea (OSA). I have had 3 sleep studies complete with EEG leads to monitor REM sleep. What a pain. This would have be so much easier than the probes, wires, gel, pulse ox, and the rest. Not to mention the cost of each sleep study to diagnose Chronic OSA.
And OSA can cause Insomnia.
How much did it cost you in the hospital?
Cost me $250 about 7-10 years ago in Texas.
You need to either create larger straps or provide updated trainings to not give it to people with a BMI over 40. The strap barely fit on my husband, and it messed up the results because it recorded barely any of the times he stopped breathing during his sleep, requiring another sleep study in person.
Oh that's so typical the sleep cannula came off in the night. I got up used the restroom forgot to pause the test. Yet when I turn the unit off I still got the green test complete light
Well, that sucked! I have had a cpap for 14 years, I'm addicted to it. Can't sleep in bed without it. After 25 minutes of waking up about 20 times, gasping for air, I got up and slept in my recliner. I'll let you know next week what my results show. I had zero problems with the equipment, it turned on and off as designed.
What were your results? I'm like you but with a few more years of CPAP dependency. I'm currently into my 5th hour of laying awake with the device strapped on. After my first half-hour of gasping for air, there was no chance of me falling asleep. This test is for newbies & is not suitable for long-time, sleep apnea patients. I'm now interested in learning about the medical efficacy of such a testing requirement. Any feedback would be appreciated.
Wow I'm glad to see someone else with the same issues. 7 years with my machine here, I've been unable to sleep with this thing. Constant waking up. 2 nights of unsuccessful tests now. Was just trying to get a new machine on my new healthcare provider. Severe anxiety with this thing
@@jefb.5222 Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I was sent in for an overnight sleep study for getting my cpap levels. Now I'm waiting to hear from my doctor who will then send me to get my new machine. It's a huge scam! I clearly need the thing but everyone under the sun needs to get paid multiple times first.
They do not show anything about those on oxygen.
Used the Apnealink to help diagnose if I have OSA or not.
I want a audible cue that the test has stated.
Wore the thing all night last night but I forgot to hold the ON button on for three seconds at the start.
So it was ON but the test had not started.
Obviously when I went to see if test complete it said RED indicator light because the stupid device was not recording.
Having a audible cue would have resolved this issue - otherwise two buttons ON and START test.
Just dumb trying to have device do two things - need a test running indicator light.
Darn, you are shallow.
Doing it tonight, sweet dreams everyone!
How did it go, bb? Do you have the sleep apnea?
He must still be sleeping
I have to pick this unit up tomorrow at the ENT office - if I'm as self-conscious about it as my sleep-profiler was, I'll have to take an extra melatonin or a cup of chamomile to make me more drowsy, just to get me off to sleep.
That's entirely understandable. I hope the test is as easy for you as it can be and provides some helpful information for you and your healthcare team. Here's to a restful night's sleep tonight and better health going forward.
i have all four lights flashing red and can't find a way to fix it myself so i think i may just have to return it to my doctor and try it again. Really inconvenient, has anyone else had this problem?
Ask your sleep clinic if they test the unit before they give it to you. I got all hooked up for a test last night, only to have a flashing red warning light appear when I powered on the unit. A loose connection, according to the instructions, would be responsible for a red light. Yet the connection seemed solid and ten minutes of fussing failed to make any difference. I'm fairly mechanically inclined and I had no idea what could be wrong with it. I didn't want to break the unit so I turned the device off, which promptly ended the test. No restart possible, although that wouldn't have made a difference since I couldn't fix the problem. When I returned the device the next morning the tech said the connection appeared secure and could not understand why the light was staying on and failing to allow the test. I'll have to reschedule. A complete waste of time.
The red light kept blinking for my son, too. We couldn't figure out why, as it was installed tightly. We're hoping the test works properly.
The people that hand out these units only charge the units when they are returned. They should do a simple diagnostic whenever they are returned but these people don't care enough to do that. @@gregchavez3855
Should be compensated for your time.
Amazing very helpful video
Thank you, Hira! We're glad it was helpful for you.
Trying mine tonight, hope everything goes smooth
MrZimeir finally doing mine at home this wekend after months of waiting
@@terrondt my night went very smooth, I was out like a light, I was comfortable with the unit and wires on,
Iam doing this tonight
Me too!
Tonight’s the night for me
@@mikec7381 how are you doing?
@@tyrese5089 I’m doing alright. Haven’t noticed many times when I’ve woken up feeling like I can’t breathe. I’ve been trying to watch what I eat more and am noticing I’m losing weight. Not trying, ive lost about 4 lbs in the last two months. But now I’ve quit eating fast food for the MOST part, and am definitely trying to stay away from soda. Either you get the surgery or you lose weight. Seems like an easy choice to me. So I’m doing ok. How about you?
@@mikec7381 I’m getting my equipment on June 30th. I’ve been dealing w insomnia for 2 yrs now. I tried tons of prescription sleep aids, tea, exercises, herbs etc and nothing works, so my medical doctor suggested a sleep study but I am now looking into OSA I think I may have it. I have most symptoms; excessive daytime tiredness, frequent awakening at night( urinate or just be up for couple minutes), snoring, impaired memory, mood swings, and morning headache. Are these symptoms of apnea? Because my psychiatrist and therapist said They don’t think I have sleep apnea. I’m a mess right now, I just need some advice ;(. I normally get a full 7-8 hours of sleep and feel like complete shit during the day.
Some folk have no issues with insomnia but I do along with nerve issues in my feet and I found it very uncomfortable, after having the device for 3 days on two separate occasions I was recently told yesterday I could try it again if I wasn’t successful the first time, heck I thought it was a one time one shot deal. Nobody told me I could rotate the box around considering I’m a stomach sleeper. I’m done with it! Not enough data on either try
Thank you for reaching out, and we're sorry to hear about your experience lately. We would recommend reaching out to your doctor to discuss any CPAP challenges or obstacles.
Doing this test was awful for someone with insomnia anxiety and claustrophobia. Had like 3 panic attacks before my mom recommended sleeping medicine. I would have not been able to do it at all without knocking myself out. I am a stomach sleeper and i just wasn't able to sleep on my stomach i slept on my back because of the medication. Without sleep meds i cannot sleep any other way than my stomach.
Same!! My test was incomplete..do I still keep on trying?
Hi Jesse, Yes! If you have any issues with your sleep test equipment and adjustments aren't working, please bring it back to the clinic who provided it to you and they can assist you further. Also, while we have found the best results can be achieved by sleeping on your back, you should be fine sleeping on your side or stomach, if that is what you prefer. You can simply rotate the belt so the device is at your side or back. It just needs to be able to monitor your breathing.
Stomach sleepers represent 🫡
I hear ya!
I just took the test. Even after taking two different otc sleeping aids, I STILL couldn't fall asleep. Half way I got up and took an anxiety pill to ease the claustrophobic feeling I was feeling. I gave up trying to fall asleep on my back. Stomach is the ONLY way I sleep. The apparatus stabbed into my chest a little but it didn't turn off. Good thing, I was ready to give up.
Thank you this was sooooooo helpful.
Equipo para apnea del sueño
Very frustrating piece of equipment. Everything keeps coming detached and flickering red. I have insomnia so now that I am up awake and pissed I can’t sleep. I feel like removing the device and getting my money back. $150 for the test plus 60 dollar shipping to my location.
My experience as well, I’m going to have to tell them I need an onsite test. Sigh.
I don't know WTF I did to have CZcams keep ramming this ad down my throat every time I go to their site.
I couldn't deal with the tubes in my nose. Hard to fall asleep when something is tickling your nose. It was disconnected when I woke up. I think I ripped it out in my sleep or pulled the hose out because I toss and turn. I had to bring it back the next day or I get charged $100/day. I wish I could've tried it again because now I'm probably going to have to go in for the sleep study
I woke up sev E ral times with red light blinking has to keep adjusting so light would go back green
Just got one of these from my doctor. Should be interesting trying to sleep with attached to me.
ME TOO!
Never told this doctor I had sleep apnea. Have no idea why he prescribed this thing.
You hadn’t been dealing with fatigue issues?
I found the tubes around my ears to be incredibly uncomfortable, but other than that everything went well
Problem: I can't sleep on my back. I sometimes sleep on my side, but usually on my stomach. So will I need to put the thing on backwards?
My red light attached to the finger thing never turned green. It kept flashing red. I tried to adjust the connection but there was nothing to adjust. It is attached properly. Not sure what to do.
Hello Elizabeth, Thank you for letting us know. If the light is flashing red, it may help to detach and then reattach the finger sensor and the oximeter along each connection point, then attach the belt clip to the oximeter as shown on page 4 of your guide, linked here: bit.ly/3IWVOhP If the light still does not turn green after a few moments, you may need to return your device and equipment to the person or company who provided them to you for a replacement set.
Sometimes the lights were solid green and sometimes they flashed red for no apparent reason. First night it didn't record even close to the 6 hours my insurance company required even though I wore it for 9 hours. Second night, different machine. Same flashing red lights. I don't have high hopes.
Hi Lyn, As shown in the video, if any light blinks red, check that the accessory that corresponds to the red light is properly placed and connected. Once corrected, it will switch to green after a few seconds. If you wake to find any of the accessories have become disconnected or the test complete light is red, bring the machine back to your sleep clinic and they can assist you with determining what may be causing the issue and provide you with some alternative solutions. Thank you.
I used this machine last nite and woke up to the red light under the test complete.
Hello Jesse, A clinician at the sleep lab or your doctor (if provided by them directly) will need to reset the device to ensure the accuracy of your sleep test. Please contact your doctor when they return or reach out to the sleep lab, who may still be available, to have your ApneaLink Air reset and replace any needed equipment so you can retake the test.
If the test complete turns red after a night of no issues, is it still possible it recorded everything fine?
Check with your sleep clinic or physician who gave you the equipment and they'll let you know if enough data was recorded. If so, you're fine. If not, they may have you try again.
I’m about to take this test and I just don’t know if I’ll be able to curl up and sleep and I usually do with all this strapped and attached to me. I’d have to be completely exhausted 😮😮😮
the pulse oximeter that came with mine had 3 delicate prongs and one broke because i tried to plug it in not knowing. pretty much everything today is a straight plug not 3 pronged needle thin wires you have to line up perfectly. its almost like they wanted it to break. A warning would have been nice
What if you talk in your sleep and say embarrassing things?
I don't think it records actual audio. There is probably more people who say worse things.
No tape provided, provide some tape for us.
First try with this was a fail, only recorded about 30 seconds. I’m currently doing my retest and the light with the line connected to the belt will flash red for a few seconds and then change to green. This has happened 3 times in the last 6 minutes. Really hoping this won’t alter my results as I don’t think I would be able to sleep during an in clinic study.
What was the results because this keeps happening to me and I’m getting stressed out 🤦🏾♀️
This machine would not maintain a stable connections and green light for the effort sensor. After NUMEROUS attempts to recheck every connection and shift the position of it, the effort sensor light would not stay green. I finally gave up, took the thing off and put it back in the bag. I’ll be returning it to the doctor’s office and letting them know they need more reliable equipment. I’m done spending my night trying to make it work. It is such an aggravating, uncomfortable, and unsuccessful test. These attempts to cut corners and cut costs do not lead to improved diagnostics and care.
I have had sleep apnea for 17 years. For insurance purposes I have to do the home test. My problem is I CANNOT sleep without my cpap or breath at night without my cpap. Why in the hell do I have to retake this test at all????? What a fricking racket!!!!
Hi Rita,
Sorry to hear about the issues you're experiencing. Test frequency is at your doctor’s discretion. Most doctors and insurance will ask for a new test to see if the same prescription applies or if it needs to be adjusted.
This process is similar to an eye exam. We have yearly check-ups/exams to see if vision has gotten worse and make sure eyeglasses stay up-to-date with prescription needs; CPAP therapy is similar, though may take longer to change.
Thank you,
ResMed Customer Care
@@ResMed I made it thru the night and slept just long enough to show I do have apnea.
Amen, sister! I have had a cpap for 14 years but here I am having to take the test tonight. At least it's at home in my bed. Those sleep studies in a facility, SUCK!
@@ResMed Yes well I'm in the same boat, and I told EVERYONE at every stage of this process I have been on CPAP for 12 years. I CANNOT SLEEP WITHOUT IT. And then the insurance company says I have to take this in order to simply get a new machine. This is even the exact same Ins Co (United) that paid for 2 full-on sleep tests, and bought my previous CPAP in 2010. I'm even at the same JOB, it's the same insurance. And somehow ... NO accommodations for my need for a mask are made, I just paid $200 to rent this piddly machine and am expected to sleep all night, running a test on it, w/o my mask? Well, I didn't sleep and I am freaking furious. There NEEDS to be a version of this testing system for people who need to wear a mask at night, period!!!! Or Ins. Companies need to SKIP IT and send people to the in-office study straight away, because this is a wildly frustrating, expensive, and unnecessary step.
I'm honestly super confused as to why I was given one of these. I have restless leg syndrome, not sleep apnea.
It could be your doctors simply want to rule that out as a potential issue; and if you end up also having sleep apnea (because the two aren't mutually exclusive) then again even better because there are various treatment options that could improve your sleep even further.
Video mentions nothing about Bluetooth devices that may be in the bedroom. Will this cause interference? If so, it should be mentioned in the instructions.
Hello Mary and thank you for reaching out to us. The Apnealink Air device itself does not contain any wireless hardware and thus it's highly unlikely to be a concern for any nearby Bluetooth devices nor should it affect your test in any way.
What if you sleep naked? I assume it doesn't change anything.
No, unless you don't like the feel of the equipment on your skin.
HELP! I CAN'T PUT THE BELT ON. WHY?
Thank you!
This device isn't working. There are broken prongs on the oxygen meter plug. Doctor's office is closed so I hope they can still get info with the oxygen meter being broken.
Just can't understand it, the red light attached to my finger, never turned green.
If your oximeter & finger sensor are securely connected but the light has not turn green on your ApneaLink device, it may help to detach and then reattach the finger sensor and the oximeter along each connection point, to ensure a proper and secure connect. Then attach the belt clip to the oximeter as shown on page 4 of your guide, linked here: bit.ly/3H4N4DN and try again. If the light still does not turn green after a few moments, you may need to return your device and equipment to the person or company who provided them to you for a replacement set.
I just got it watching video now let see what is next
My experience sucked mainly due to technician failing to explain that the hookups can come loose in the night. He also didn’t explain that if a green light turned flashing red that it meant a disconnection has occurred. It wasn’t recording for several hours. How is a person supposed to know about an unexpected and unexplained problem of an unknown device at 2:30 in the morning? I’m pissed. Also the body temperature monitor came up clipped from the belt. Last thing I would have expected because it felt really secure. Then this morning went to shut it off and it just went dead. Couldn’t push the button 2 times like they said because it was already dead. The oxygen monitor on my right hand index finger is so disturbing my sleep. I had to put it on my left hand ring finger.
It’s crazy how many people have this horrid illness😔
What do i do if the one light won't stop blinking red although i tried everything
Thank you
The finger censor refuses to function no matter how much you try to adjust it.
Hi DwasTV, I apologize for any inconvenience, but if the finger sensor still fails to function even after adjusting it, please reach out to the sleep clinic that provided the ApneaLink device for a replacement. Thank you for reaching out.
Here we go I hope this one works last one didn't record anything
I just did mine last night and the test didn't work. My pulse thing popped out of the device and the thing in my nose kept coming out, even with the tape. Good luck! I've got a second test I can try tonight
Putting this on now…
Very confused how to put it on have to do it again