I Am Uncomfortable Taking An On-site Sleep Study-I Already Have 2 Year Medical Card
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I just measured my 2019 KW T680 bottom bunk area, and the area between each side is 87", or 7' 3" in width.
I just measured my 2019 KW T680 bottom bunk area, and the area between each side is 87", or 7' 3" in width.
PackRat, I'm assuming your 87" is straight across. You can stretch a few more inches if you go diagonally from the back corner towards the back of your cabinets on the other side. But in a company truck you know you'll have to jury rig the hanging points since you can't drill holes in the truck walls and such.
Of course. There will be exactly 5 more inches gained (total of 92") diagonally going to the brackets for the top bunk, which are sturdy enough for a hammock.
Thank you for the measurements gentlemen, also good to hear there are some possible attachment points. Definitely figured that was going to be an issue with not wanting to damage/alter the truck. At home its attached to the wall with 3ft of 2X6 and six 4in lag bolts on either side, certainly not possible in a truck! haha.
But now i'm hijacking the thread, my apologizes.
I love the hammock idea. I have never thought of sleeping in one full time, but I bet it’s really nice. I bet u could get some kind of stand maybe to string it up??
Let's see now...
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Lost about 45 pounds, no longer on insulin!
Have had 3 sleep studies (decades ago). Tried and never made it through the night with a mask on. Schneider examiner said "15 1/2 inches... PERFECT neck size!" I used to buy 17 - 17.5" collar dress shirts!
Hang in there! Do what you gotta do!
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I did the sleep study. It wasn’t much fun. I had zero apnea’s, but they still managed to diagnose mild sleep apnea because my breathing slowed 8 times per hour....probably because I was SLEEPING. Anyway, don’t need a machine, but have to pay them 250$ and still got a 2 year medical card....and the best part is I NEVER have to do that again!
Sleep Apnea:
A physical disorder in which you have pauses in your breathing, or take shallow breaths, during sleep. These pauses can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes. Normal breathing will usually resume, sometimes with a loud choking sound or snort.
In obstructive sleep apnea, your airways become blocked or collapse during sleep, causing the pauses and shallow breathing.
It is a chronic condition that will require ongoing management. It affects about 18 million people in the U.S.
I did the sleep study. It wasn’t much fun. I had zero apnea’s, but they still managed to diagnose mild sleep apnea because my breathing slowed 8 times per hour....probably because I was SLEEPING. Anyway, don’t need a machine, but have to pay them 250$ and still got a 2 year medical card....and the best part is I NEVER have to do that again!
A little piece of advice..... dont weight or many companies will require it. i tested negative and 2 yrs later gained weight... had to re test... now have the machine. if you can lose weight before that next physical do it just in case.
good luck. i responded to you. go check. 😁 and thanks for asking.
Sleep Apnea:
A physical disorder in which you have pauses in your breathing, or take shallow breaths, during sleep. These pauses can last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes. Normal breathing will usually resume, sometimes with a loud choking sound or snort.
In obstructive sleep apnea, your airways become blocked or collapse during sleep, causing the pauses and shallow breathing.
It is a chronic condition that will require ongoing management. It affects about 18 million people in the U.S.
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Glad to hear you don't have to use one of those horrible CPAP machines.
That has been one of my biggest concerns. I lost weight specifically to avoid it.
CPAP:
Constant Positive Airway Pressure
CPAP is a breathing assist device which is worn over the mouth or nose. It provides nighttime relief for individuals who suffer from Sleep Apnea.
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Hours Of Service
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I have thought long and hard about that. Honestly I think its the angle that does it for me. I thought maybe one of those triangular pillows might work, but thats the only decent idea I've had so far.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.