A patient interface device (8 8 8) that includes a cushion (16) a shell (18) coupled to the cushion a headgear (22 22 22) having a first strap (28A 28A 28A ) and a second strap (28B 28B 28B ) and a release mechanism (30) coupled to the shell. The release mechanism includes a first cord (54A) coupled to the first strap and a second cord (54B) coupled to the second strap. The release mechanism is selectively moveable between a closed position and an open position.
