Both BiPAP and CPAP are considered non-invasive forms of providing positive pressure ventilation support. Imagine breathing through a straw: inhale, then exhale. The pressure remains constant.

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) and BiPAP (bi-level) therapy are used to treat sleep apnea. CPAP is the most ...

A similar therapy is called bilevel, or BiPAP, but it differs in important ways. The “bilevel” component refers to the fact that there are two pressures, which the machine is able to alternate between ...

“BiPAP” is a trade name, while BPAP is the type of device. Let’s take a closer look at what BPAP machines are, how they work, and what to expect if you use one. A BPAP device is used used to ...

There are three main types of machines used in the treatment of sleep apnea: APAP, CPAP, and BiPAP. Here, we break down the similarities and differences between each type so you can work with your ...