The myAir app, used with certain CPAP machines, displays a metric referred to as “events per hour.” This value represents the number of apneas and hypopneas a user experiences on average during each hour of sleep while using the CPAP machine. An apnea is a complete cessation of breathing, while a hypopnea is a significant reduction in airflow. For instance, a value of 5 events per hour signifies that, on average, the user’s breathing either stopped or was significantly reduced five times within a sixty-minute period.
This measurement is a crucial indicator of CPAP therapy effectiveness. A lower “events per hour” value generally indicates that the CPAP machine is successfully maintaining open airways during sleep, reducing the frequency of breathing disturbances. Monitoring this metric allows both the user and their healthcare provider to assess the efficacy of the CPAP pressure settings and make adjustments as needed. Historically, sleep studies in clinical settings were the primary method for determining these events. The myAir app provides a convenient way for users to track their therapy progress at home and share that data with their doctor.
