摘要 |
The invention is a method for use and a strap pad for CPAP interfaces to prevent skin irritation, discomfort, indentations, and allergies. The invention incorporates a generally rectangular elongated strip of flexible material having sufficient pile to provide padding. The material is fastened into a hollow tube for surrounding headgear straps. The flexible material incorporates an outer layer of micro fleece or similar material whereby protecting the skin, the softness mentally calms against the face when falling to sleep. The protective pad also incorporates a plurality of pairs of attachments extending from the opposite ends which facilitate the placement of the pad along the straps. Further, the invention provides color and design for an otherwise unattractive facial apparatus. Persons suffering from obstructive sleep apnea are often assigned this apparatus for therapy. The decorative quality improves the appearance and the attitude of the wearer thereby facilitating adjustment to a challenging change in lifestyle and thus improves compliance of therapy for this serious condition.
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