Chris Vasta is the president of The CPAP Shop and an expert in sleep and respiratory therapy. He often provides insights on product design and functionality on various manufacturers’ prototypes and is frequently tapped to provide reviews on new releases.
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 oxygen. That includes driving. If You are Driving Follow these tips for driving safely and legally with supplemental oxygen. Check with the Department of Motor Vehicles in your state. ...
Oxygen therapy is a helpful, non-invasive approach for treating many respiratory illnesses. With devices such as oxygen concentrators, patients can receive treatment for chronic respiratory illnesses or conditions. The following tips for oxygen therapy at home can help ensure safe and effective treatment.
Who Needs Oxygen Therapy?
Patients with respiratory illnesses such as COP...
What is the Caire Companion 5 Oxygen Concentrator? The Caire Companion 5 is a home oxygen concentrator that offers a continuous flow of up to 5 liters of oxygen per minute (LPM). Weighing only 36 lbs, this compact unit rests on sturdy castors and comes with an integrated top handle that make it easy to move from room to room.
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.
Benefits of Using the Proactive Finger Pulse Oximeter
ProsConsPortable and non-invasiveRequires batteriesIdeal for personal and healthcare useSen...
Patients who require oxygen can now travel freely and comfortably due to recent advances in portable oxygen technology. For a long time, use of travel oxygen was limited to quick domestic flights or short road trips. Now, with longer-lasting batteries and portable, travel-friendly units, you can take oxygen on domestic or international flights, cruises, car, bus, and train rides.
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Oxygen therapy doesn’t have to hold you back from your daily activities. Portable oxygen concentrators like the Philips Respironics SimplyGo Mini let you take your oxygen therapy on the go. With this compact, lightweight unit you can easily go shopping, take vacations and experience road trips with a consistent supply of oxygen always handy. Read on to learn more about the S...
Per the CDC, COVID-19 spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory drops that can be passed along when a person sneezes, coughs, or talks.1 As we continue to wait for a vaccine, medical experts recommend, and in many instances require, that people wear face coverings while in public settings. However, when it comes to personal protective equipment (PPE), there are ma...
The Fisher & Paykel myAIRVO 2 Humidifer System is an in-home humidified high-flow therapy system used for some respiratory therapy patients. It delivers respiratory support and airway hydration with a focus on comfort and ease of use. It has an integrated flow source in the humidifier providing air or oxygen mixtures at high flows to patients up to 60 L/min via different interfaces. The variety of AIRVO 2 accessories provides comfort, adaptability, and portability to its users.
If you depend on oxygen therapy you are probably using either pulse dose or continuous flow, or a combination of both. Continuous flow is often a choice for many respiratory patientswho have a higher oxygen need. Some respiratory conditions may require continuous flow to make healthy breathing more manageable.
Hyperinflated lungs cannot exhale air normally. As a result, air becomes trapped inside the lungs, expanding their size, and making it difficult to breathe out. Hyperinflated lungs mean you do not get enough fresh air which is needed for healthy respiration.
This post was updated from its original version on June 7, 2021.
Oftentimes, patients use the terms “oxygen concentrator” and “oxygen tank” interchangeably due to the fact that they both deliver supplemental oxygen. However, both these products are completely different—from the device itself to the way they deliver oxygen to the device itself and associated safety concerns. Here’s a bre...
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 breathing. A range of bacteria and viruses getting into the lungs causes pneumonia.
While most healthy people combat these germs with a robust immune system, weaker individuals can be overcome depending on the...
