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
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
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
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
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
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
Overnight Sleep Study...When it comes to sleeping, those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have trouble getting a good night's rest.... By Jackie English1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD Medical Abbreviations: What Do They Mean?...Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Almost forgot this abbreviation we all know too well. These are the ones I could think of.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
COPD Comorbidities...Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure that sends oxygenated blood to the heart and oxygen-depleted blood to the pulmonary arteries and back to... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 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
Accidental discovery...Due to shortness of breath I will have to tell my story in segments. Thank you so much for allowing me to join your community. I have so very much... By JT121 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
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
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
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits with COPD...COPD is evaluated in Section 3.02, under the heading “Chronic pulmonary insufficiency.”... By Mariah Z. Leach3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Benefits of Respiratory Therapists...Today, the gold standard for diagnosing COPD is the pulmonary function test (PFT).... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
10 Tips to Help You Cope with COPD...Being told you have a lung disease like COPD can be a frightening experience. The idea it’s associated with being short of breath and that it forces you to make... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments50 comments
Spring Travel is Around the Corner!...and snowy winter can make anyone want to hibernate, and getting out of the house is even more difficult for individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary... By American Lung Association2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pursed Mouth Breathing Exercise ...Now you will know the best posture for pursed mouth breathing. It aids in expanding your chest and developing core strength. We start off by noticing your natural breath pace... By Karen Hoyt1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Year Was 1987: My 30 Years with COPD...I have journeyed many years with COPD. Next year will be an incredible 30 years since being first diagnosed by my then doctor. The year 1987 was much different to... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
