Medicare allows for mask cushion replacement every three (3) months, and a complete mask system replacement every six (6) months. CPAP manufacturers and vendors suggest these replacement schedules as well. In our experience, most mask cushions begin to deteriorate after about six months of use.
Hereâs what you do: 1  Figure out the length that you want your finished sleeve to be. On the outside of the shirt, mark that spot with a line. 2  Using a see-through ruler or regular ruler, mark a line 1 Â½â underneath the first line. Use the ruler to continue that line across the sleeve. 3  Repeat on the other sleeve.  Cut on the second line you drew.
Dr. Reid said that the Sleeve is custom made for each patient, with Velcro straps to adjust the pressure, based on readings from a small compression gauge. We think it is critical to be able to adjust the pressure, since it is a fairly narrow range that provides the right pressure for a patient, he said.