We have the top ASV machines in stock here in Cary, which is adjacent to Raleigh, North Carolina. Need help finding the right PAP machine? Reach out today!
We have a broad selection of masks to use with your machine so you can find the type that works best for how you sleep. We can help you choose between types – like nasal or nose pillows, full face masks, plus headgear, and chin straps.
Get supplies for your ASV machine. With Parkway’s new online buying capability, purchase your supplies online from across North Carolina. We have new masks, fresh hoses, wipes, batteries, cleaning machines, filters, and more.
Sleep apnea affects over 10% of the US population. It causes events that halt a person’s breathing or wake them up multiple times in a night. The degradation of sleep takes little time to show results. If you’ve ever had a bad sleep, you know you feel it that morning and possibly through the whole day.
It’s a problem, but there is a solution. A common treatment for sleep apnea and other poor sleep conditions is PAP or positive airway pressure therapy. PAP comes in many forms, such as CPAP, BIPAP, and APAP, but have you heard of ASV devices? ASV is a sophisticated device that relieves symptoms of OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) and CSA (central sleep apnea).
ASV stands for Adaptive Servo Ventilation. As the name suggests, an ASV machine observes the user’s breath and adapts a custom air pressure to stop sleep apnea events. The air pressure is dynamically adjusted according to the user’s breathing.
While ASV adjusts to whatever the user needs, CPAP only has one set level of pressure, which is the same for breathing in and out. BiPAP has two positive airway pressures for breathing in and out. It may seem better than other PAP devices, but each has a use.
ASV suits people that suffer from OSA and CSA. OSA is when the airway shrinks or becomes completely blocked for a short or long period. Depending on the person, these episodes can be as long as 10 seconds. CSA is where a person’s brain doesn’t signal respiratory muscles to breathe.
Determining if you suffer from sleep apnea can be hard, but it’s easier if there’s someone to monitor your sleep. We have a sleep center in Cary NC which will help our doctor diagnose and treat your sleep apnea. If you can’t come to have your sleep monitored, ask your partner these questions:
If you answer yes to one of these questions, you could have sleep apnea. Without a partner to monitor your sleep, you should look out for signs of excessive sleepiness, headaches in the morning, brain fog, and awakening with a dry mouth.
The main benefits of ASV machines directly decrease symptoms of sleep apnea. By using an ASV, you could:
The main benefit is that your body can adequately rest, recovering from the emotional and physical stresses of the day.
ASV is neither BiPAP nor CPAP. It’s an adaptive ventilation system that adjusts the amount of air pressure automatically. BiPAP has only two positive airway pressures. One is for breathing in, and the other is for breathing out. CPAP has one airway pressure that never changes.
It’s possible our doctor will recommend ASV for OSA or CSA, but they may recommend starting on BiPAP instead. ASV devices are more expensive than CPAP and BiPAP, so the price is a factor in what device you will use. After all, if BiPAP solves the problem, then there’s no need to go up a level to ASV.
ASV machines have many settings to give the patient a great night’s sleep. It may be enticing to finick with the settings, but we’d recommend that you listen to our doctor’s diagnosis and treatment plan. Please contact us if you ever need help getting more comfortable with your equipment. Our sleep specialists will be more than happy to help!
To get an ASV machine, you need a prescription. But don’t worry. We have a doctor that can diagnose your sleep problems and provide you with an ASV prescription and equipment at our CPAP Store. If you suffer from sleep apnea or another condition that affects your sleep, please come to our office. Book an appointment here or call us at 919-462-8081.
Not sure what the different types of PAP machines do? Learn more about PAP, ASV, and CPAP equipment and supplies sold at our North Carolina CPAP Store.
Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines provide constant air pressure, which helps you maintain an open airway and improves your sleep.
BiPAP pivots between two levels of applied positive airway pressure using non-invasive mechanized, pressurized ventilation on a time-flow basis.
Automatic positive airflow pressure (APAP) automatically adjusts to your breathing patterns periodically versus the continuous flow of CPAP.
Need help sorting through all the face mask options? We will help you choose the best mask for your needs the first time around.
Adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV) machines track and adjust air pressure to match your breathing patterns on an automated basis.
Need CPAP supplies in North Carolina? We have a great selection of masks, hoses, and more. We provide one-stop convenience for your CPAP needs.
Ready to get started with treatment for your sleeping problems?
Give us a call today at 919-462-8081 or book an appointment online.
I’ve been a patient at Parkway SleepHealth for the past 4 years and my opinion is still the same as it was when I first allowed them to care of my sleep needs. Very professional, organized, outgoing, personable, very approachable, and definitely make you feel as though you are the priority. This was my first choice and my last choice. They are the best!
Excellent experience. They are willing to spend time with you on the phone and at the appointment to really go through everything. They checked my insurance to let me know what would be covered before my appointment. In terms of the equipment, they went through it thoroughly and answered all of my questions. Amazing customer service.