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The Caire FreeStyle Comfort Portable Oxygen Concentrator is one of the lightest POCs available on the market. It offers up to 16 hours of battery life, and its unique design…
Read MoreRelationship Between COPD and Allergies
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD can block airflow and make it hard for patients to breathe. Symptoms…
Read MorePhilips Respironics Everflo vs Inogen At Home Oxygen Concentrator
When choosing a home oxygen concentrator, there are many things to look for to determine which would be best for you. Philips Respironics Everflo and the Inogen At Home are…
Read MoreHow to Change the Filter On a DeVilbiss Oxygen Concentrator
Regularly changing the filters on your DeVilbiss oxygen concentrator helps ensure continued quality performance. Clean filters also provide a clean oxygen supply for your personal health. Filters are just one…
Read MoreExercise With Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)
Exercise with oxygen therapy is a method for enhancing oxygen intake during your normal exercise routine. More oxygen inhaled while exercising means more oxygen in your blood, which can have…
Read MoreTips for Using Oxygen Concentrators at High Altitudes
Many activities such as flying and traveling to high altitude locations are open to anyone using oxygen therapy. Many patients on oxygen therapy fear issues with their oxygen concentrator or…
Read MoreWhat is the Lifespan of a Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
Like most machines, a portable oxygen concentrator has a limited lifespan. You can prolong the life of your portable oxygen concentrator by keeping it clean, maintaining essential parts, and taking…
Read MoreCAIRE AirSep NewLife Intensity 10L Oxygen Concentrator Review
The AirSep NewLife Intensity 10L is the most durable and capable continuous-flow stationary oxygen concentrator. This stationary oxygen concentrator combines high pressure – 20 psi outlet pressure – with high…
Read MoreAllergies and Oxygen Therapy
Managing allergies while on oxygen therapy can be difficult. Allergy seasons can aggravate symptoms such as nasal congestion. Using a nasal cannula with this symptom can be uncomfortable and may…
Read MoreTraveling Abroad With COPD
COPD doesn’t have to mean confinement to your home. Portable oxygen concentrators allow you to take your oxygen therapy with you anywhere in the world. With guidance from your doctor…
Read MorePortable vs Home Oxygen Concentrators – Which One Is Right for You?
With oxygen therapy, you have two options for treatment: home oxygen concentrators and portable oxygen concentrators. Home oxygen concentrators help you manage your respiratory illness in the comfort of your…
Read MoreHow to Use an Oxygen Concentrator in Severe Weather
If you are managing a respiratory illness at home, a home oxygen concentrator is essential for treatment. When oxygen therapy is required on a regular and continuous basis, changing conditions…
Read MorePrecision Medical EasyPulse Vs. EasyPulse3 Concentrator: Which One is Better for You?
Precision Medical EasyPulse oxygen concentrators offer some of the leading brands available to oxygen therapy users. Choosing between these two devices is based on your personal oxygen therapy needs and…
Read MoreRelations between COPD and Oxygen Toxicity
If you have COPD and use supplemental oxygen, you may be at risk for oxygen toxicity. This side effect from excess oxygen is common among COPD patients. Know more about…
Read MoreUsing Oxygen Therapy for Bronchitis Treatment
Bronchitis is one of many respiratory illnesses that may be treated with oxygen therapy. Oxygen therapy helps lung function when breathing is compromised by illnesses such as bronchitis. A doctor…
Read MorePhilips Respironics InnoSpire Essence Compressor Nebulizer Review
The Philips Respironics InnoSpire Essence Compressor Nebulizer offers an affordable approach for managing your aerosol medications. It is lightweight, economical, and compact. It also is paired with SideStream technology, which…
Read MoreWhat is Supplemental Oxygen?
Supplemental oxygen provides treatment for respiratory illnesses such as asthma, COPD, and other lung diseases that compromise lung health. Doctors will prescribe it when patients have trouble breathing on their…
Read MoreOxygen Therapy for Pneumonia
What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a respiratory illness in which the air sacs of the lungs become infected. The air sacs become filled with fluid, which then can undermine normal…
Read MoreWhy is Your Nebulizer Not Working?
For those with ongoing respiratory conditions, the effectiveness of a nebulizer is essential for comfortable breathing and personal health. There can be more than a few reasons why your device…
Read MoreBest Home Oxygen Concentrators of 2021
Home oxygen concentrators are intended for at-home stationary oxygen therapy and require power from a wall outlet. These machines filter the oxygen from ambient air, providing a quiet, reliable source…
Read MoremyAIRVO 2 Humidifier for Respiratory Support
The Fisher & Paykel myAIRVO 2 has been designed specifically to be an integrated solution for delivering nasal high flow with Optiflow™. Fisher & Paykel Healthcare’s leading humidification technology allows…
Read MoreWhat is Cystic Fibrosis? – Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment
Cystic fibrosis (CF) affects about 30,000 Americans. Worldwide, about 70,000 to 100,000 people have this condition. It affects males and females at about the same rate. About 75 percent of…
Read MoreOxygen Toxicity – Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
When you use oxygen therapy to treat a respiratory illness, you must be aware of the side effects of too much oxygen. Breathing in too much supplemental oxygen, referred to…
Read MoreWhat is Asthma?
Roughly 25 million Americans have asthma. It is also the leading chronic disease in children. Currently, there are about 5.1 million children under the age of 18 with asthma.1 Better…
Read MoreAnswers to Common Questions about Oxygen Concentrator Humidifiers
When you use a humidifier with your oxygen concentrator, you may have some questions about best practices. Here are some answers to get the most out of your oxygen concentrator…
Read MoreCOPD And Alcohol- Are They Related?
COPD patients need to make lifestyle changes to effectively manage their illness. Some habits such as alcohol consumption may be okay, depending on the severity of the condition. Alcohol use…
Read MoreDeVilbiss Compact 525DS Oxygen Concentrator – Features and Benefits
The Devilbiss 525DS Oxygen Concentrator is a lightweight, convenient home oxygen concentrator that can deliver up to 5 liters per minute (LPM) of continuous flow oxygen. The 525DS oxygen concentrator includes…
Read MoreTips to Comfortable Oxygen Therapy at Home
When oxygen therapy becomes a prescribed treatment, it’s best to find ways to make it a part of your lifestyle. Your life at home can be as normal as ever,…
Read MoreHow to Deal with Oxygen Therapy Side Effects
While oxygen therapy provides helpful benefits to anyone with a respiratory illness such as COPD or asthma, there is always the risk of side effects. Knowing the best practices for…
Read MoreWhat are the Benefits of Using a Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
Oxygen therapy doesn’t have to mean that you are confined to your home. Portable oxygen concentrators (POC) give you the freedom to maintain consistent oxygen therapy while running errands, taking…
Read MoreProactive Finger Pulse Oximeter Review
The importance of blood saturation measurement for respiratory care requires accurate equipment. The Proactive Finger Pulse Oximeter delivers pinpoint precision in real-time using safe, comfortable non-invasive technology for every reading.…
Read MoreHow to Drive with Supplementary Oxygen in Your Car?
A respiratory illness doesn’t mean a loss of freedom. Many patients with illnesses such as COPD and cystic fibrosis can continue their active lifestyles normally with the help of supplementary…
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