Pollingtest - I used to practice meditation regularly. The practice was to meditate for a short period, I think it was only about 15 minutes, each morning after waking and early evening before eating. It was relatively easy to fit into my schedule then because it was pre-family, husband, kids, etc. I would find that schedule challenging today. The other thing I remember is that the meditation could also be energizing, especially given the times of day I was doing it. A quick search on the Internet reveals an extensive list of videos of guided meditation for sleep, tips and more. Have you tried any of them?
Pollingtest - I used to practice meditation regularly. The practice was to meditate for a short period, I think it was only about 15 minutes, each morning after waking and early evening before eating. It was relatively easy to fit into my schedule then because it was pre-family, husband, kids, etc. I would find that schedule challenging today. The other thing I remember is that the meditation could also be energizing, especially given the times of day I was doing it. A quick search on the Internet reveals an extensive list of videos of guided meditation for sleep, tips and more. Have you tried any of them?
I listen to Instant Sleep by Glenn Harold , I downloaded it on iTunes, use a headset to get maximum effect, here is a you tube link: https://m.youtube.com/watch
Are you asking about a CPAP or BIPAP? If so, I think you need a prescription for it, and would buy one at a medical supply. Maybe you wouldn't have to have a scrip, but the place to go is a medical supply, where they sell equipment and oxygen and so on. I've seen them on ebay, but I don't think eBay permits the sale of used ones.
I spend a little time every evening after I'm in bed, reading a chapter from the Bible and praying for the various needs of friends and family. I sleep with a BIPAP machine, and pray after I get hooked up. I find that I am soon asleep. I know that many people have a hard time going to sleep, and I've been through times of that enough to know how frustrating that can be.
I spend a little time every evening after I'm in bed, reading a chapter from the Bible and praying for the various needs of friends and family. I sleep with a BIPAP machine, and pray after I get hooked up. I find that I am soon asleep. I know that many people have a hard time going to sleep, and I've been through times of that enough to know how frustrating that can be.
Please explain what a BIPAP is. How's it different from a CPAP? I do my chair yoga before bed, and it does relax me. I'm just finding out I have moderate/severe sleep apnea.
Please explain what a BIPAP is. How's it different from a CPAP? I do my chair yoga before bed, and it does relax me. I'm just finding out I have moderate/severe sleep apnea.
A CPAP provides constant air pressure, at whatever level the doctor prescribed. A BIPAP provides two different levels of air pressure. Mine is set high for inhaling and lower for exhaling. A sleep study shows which one would work best. I used a CPAP for 15 or more years, but recently changed to a BIPAP.
Hello pollingtest1,
Have you had a sleep test to see if you have apnea? Your doctor will have to refer you. But in the mean time, you can try this cool ( free) app "Do I Snore?" that will record any sounds you make through the night. It will record another person too or even a pet, so you may need to try it on your own.
Also, I listen to guided imagery for sleep when I'm all tucked into bed.
I love Belleruth Naparstec's imagery.
She has imagery for a lot of different ailments.
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Hi @pollingtest1, welcome to Connect. What a great question.
I'd like to bring @kariulrich into this discussion. She's shared in another thread that she listens to sleep hypnosis every night. (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/51965/bookmark/) @sandytoes14 @taterjoy @128128terry11t @robbinr have you ever tried meditation to help with sleep?
Pollingtest - I used to practice meditation regularly. The practice was to meditate for a short period, I think it was only about 15 minutes, each morning after waking and early evening before eating. It was relatively easy to fit into my schedule then because it was pre-family, husband, kids, etc. I would find that schedule challenging today. The other thing I remember is that the meditation could also be energizing, especially given the times of day I was doing it. A quick search on the Internet reveals an extensive list of videos of guided meditation for sleep, tips and more. Have you tried any of them?
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1 ReactionHas any one information on where in the Kansas City area to find a small portable apnea machine, about the size of a alarm clock ?
I listen to Instant Sleep by Glenn Harold , I downloaded it on iTunes, use a headset to get maximum effect, here is a you tube link: https://m.youtube.com/watch
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Are you asking about a CPAP or BIPAP? If so, I think you need a prescription for it, and would buy one at a medical supply. Maybe you wouldn't have to have a scrip, but the place to go is a medical supply, where they sell equipment and oxygen and so on. I've seen them on ebay, but I don't think eBay permits the sale of used ones.
That's my long distance response, from Oregon.
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I spend a little time every evening after I'm in bed, reading a chapter from the Bible and praying for the various needs of friends and family. I sleep with a BIPAP machine, and pray after I get hooked up. I find that I am soon asleep. I know that many people have a hard time going to sleep, and I've been through times of that enough to know how frustrating that can be.
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Another thing I find restful is writing my thoughts in a journal at bedtime. I realize that wouldn't be restful for everyone.
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Please explain what a BIPAP is. How's it different from a CPAP? I do my chair yoga before bed, and it does relax me. I'm just finding out I have moderate/severe sleep apnea.
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A CPAP provides constant air pressure, at whatever level the doctor prescribed. A BIPAP provides two different levels of air pressure. Mine is set high for inhaling and lower for exhaling. A sleep study shows which one would work best. I used a CPAP for 15 or more years, but recently changed to a BIPAP.
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2 ReactionsHello pollingtest1,
Have you had a sleep test to see if you have apnea? Your doctor will have to refer you. But in the mean time, you can try this cool ( free) app "Do I Snore?" that will record any sounds you make through the night. It will record another person too or even a pet, so you may need to try it on your own.
Also, I listen to guided imagery for sleep when I'm all tucked into bed.
I love Belleruth Naparstec's imagery.
She has imagery for a lot of different ailments.
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1 ReactionI MEDITATE 10 5 MINUTES BEFORE GETTING INTO BED....ABLUTIONS ALL DONE, ANIMALS FED, ALARM ON, PRAYERS
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