![]() ![]() Masks wipes are alcohol free and designed to be used on silicone. It’s a good idea to pack some mask wipes too, especially if the thought of washing your mask on vacation sounds punishing. You should be able to fit these extra items in one of the compartments in your CPAP travel bag or a side pouch. The same applies to elbow connectors that connect the mask to your tubing. The last thing you want is to arrive at your destination only to find you can’t use your CPAP because of a torn mask. There is always the small chance of mask cushions tearing or getting lost during travel. You will want to bring extra mask cushions, connectors and cleaning supplies for your mask and tubing. No one wants to spend time untangling their power cord from their mask at the hotel. If you’re one of those people who prefer each item to have its own place, you’d want to look into upgrading your carry bag. If you have an older machine, your carry bag may not have compartments, so you would have to place your mask and tubing on top of your machine inside the bag. You should have no problem fitting your machine, power supply, and mask in your travel bag, although it may be a tight fit if you use a full face mask. ![]() Most newer CPAP machines come with a fabric travel case with padded compartments to protect them and keep all the accessories organized. While traveling with a CPAP machine requires some extra preparation, waking up refreshed and energized to enjoy your vacation makes the extra effort worth it. By Lily – Registered Respiratory TherapistĪ CPAP machine is an expensive piece of medical equipment, and many people choose to leave their machines at home when they travel because they are either wary of losing/damaging them or they think it is too much trouble.
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