Slow Progress...This one is equipped to deal with pulmonary issues as well as day to day primary care stuff.... By Steven Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
February Is Heart Month...Be proactive and talk to your pulmonary doctor.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Your Lungs and the Cardiovascular System...This is because only a light pressure is needed to push blood through the pulmonary valve to the pulmonary artery and to the lungs.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Depression and COPD Part III: What Do We Do About It?...In 2013 Tselebis, et al, conducted a four-year study of COPD patients in pulmonary rehabilitation.... By michelle.vincent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Past and Outdoor Fun...As a continuation of my previous article, Getting Fit with Pulmonary Rehab, I wanted to discuss the past and also some outdoor fun.... By derekc2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Ann Cuccia, MPH, RRT...Her research interests include E-cigarettes, lung cancer, COPD, pulmonary rehabilitation, tobacco cessation, and aerosol medicine.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
A New Year, A New Management Plan...Over 11 million Americans live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) a lung disease which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, and makes... By American Lung Association2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Awareness: 15 Ways it Makes A Difference...COPD stands for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. We all know that, right? Some of us do, but not all.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Choosing the Right Style of Nasal Cannula for You...She was offered a few samples from the respiratory therapist who assisted with her yearly pulmonary function test. ... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
To Exercise or Not to Exercise...My first time on a treadmill in pulmonary rehab lasted under 1 minute. Twenty-one sessions later, I was ready to conquer the world!... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Staying Active is Key...At pulmonary rehabilitation you learn breathing techniques to help during periods of breathlessness.... By derekc3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Testing for COPD - Part I: Imaging Tests...Looking back over my chart with the new image, he diagnosed me with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Understanding the Respiratory System...This is never more true than when dealing with a new diagnosis of COPD, also known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and commonly referred to as... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Shiny Side Up...Turns out "Wally" was a Cystic Fibrosis survivor who a few years ago received a double lung transplant.... By Jeff Collings2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Elizabeth Moffett...I started up a Pulmonary Rehab at the local hospital where I live and ran that before COVID hit.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Video: Barbara Talks COPD Awareness Month...Be aware of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease signs and symptoms. Know your triggers so you can calm them.... By Barbara Moore1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Lifestyle Changes Overview...During a pulmonary rehabilitation program, patients learn about good hygiene practices including:... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Testing for COPD - Part II: Breathing Tests...This test is more comprehensive than the spirometry and given by a pulmonary specialist.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
COPD and Exercise: Tips for Succeeding With Your Exercise Plan...You might not think COPD and exercise go well together, but actually they do. The fact is, exercise offers concrete benefits for all of us. This is true, whether we... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Extra Struggles in a COPD World...My recent pulmonary function test showed my COPD as mild. Asthma is the larger pulmonary culprit. Sometimes I don’t know what is what.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
