Top Five Apps for COPD ...It's the most highly reviewed app for breathing exercises. It is for android, so I’m not able to give it a personal review.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Shower Chair A Gift of Love...to use a commode next to my hospital bed and then back to bed and feet up I had to be, stating I was a fall risk, course I was...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCaregivingFriends & FamilyMental Health
10 Ways to Balance Body and Mind...Some exercises involve journaling, affirmations, gratitude, and list-making.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding Deals on Mobility Devices and Supplies...Supplemental oxygen supplies like specialty breathing exercisers and nasal cannulas are rarely covered by insurance, and they are not something you can... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Breathing Strategies for COPD...Fortunately, there are exercises and strategies that can help make breathing easier.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Breathing Strategies: Which Have You Tried?...It uses breath control exercises that help a person breathe more slowly, taking in less air. Unfamiliar with the method?... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Questions for Your Pulmonologist...Some activities such as water-based exercises and walking may, in fact, be encouraged.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
COPD Lexicon: Types Of Doctors...Some people with COPD may benefit from the expertise of these doctors. Allergist (Immunologist) They specialize in allergies.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What to Expect...I exercised, learned mindfulness, and began eating better more nutritious foods.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Your COPD Dream Team...the greatest athletes, you will seek ways to maintain your lung function by using techniques like pursed-lip breathing and other strength conditioning exercises... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do You Know These Ten Things About COPD?...Now play some upbeat music and lead the group in a series of exercises until they are huffing and puffing, i.e. dancing to music, jogging on the spot for... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What Are Your Thoughts on Zephyr® Valves?...As for me, this is an area where I defer to the expertise of medical professionals.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Oxygen Depletion...Those exercises aren’t just good for your lungs – they’re good for leg muscles, arm muscles, and muscles throughout your body.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Losing My Comfortable Livelihood...I meditated, practiced mindfulness and exercised every day.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Holiday Goals...I find that practicing Mindfulness and Meditation along with Grounding exercises are the tools that I added to my toolbox.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding the Right Doctor...There are medications, exercises, transplants and reduction surgeries to be considered, and you need to know that the doctor is willing to fight for your... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Creating a Quiet Space...It is my place to calm my mind, do breathing exercises, meditate, and journal. Sometimes I just sit with my eyes closed, mentally taking a break.... By Carol Kirker2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments28 comments
I’m Getting So Excited...Some might share exercises. These are so helpful. We can choose those that will benefit us the most. Many articles can be teaching moments.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Befuddled...We were given exercises to do there and at home. We spoke with a therapist, where we each had an hour. There were allergy tests and blood work.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Your Diagnosis Is Not a Life Sentence...I religiously keep up with the exercises that I learned from my respiratory rehab course and from the gym. ... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments