Respiratory Conditions Linked to COPD...This makes them more likely to get respiratory infections, flu, and colds.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Basics for Caregivers: Exercise and Respiratory Therapy...They need to understand that you believe in the respiratory therapy too. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Transplant – Part 1...This included seeing family and friends because of the chance of respiratory infection but also because of a lack of energy to do much.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Recognizing Rare Diseases...Even a lot of physicians including pulmonary doctors and respiratory therapists didn't know what Alpha-1 was.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Expert Answers: Pain Relief with COPD...COPD can cause pain due to: With non-pharmacological methods of pain relief, there is typically no need to worry about addiction or respiratory depression... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
What Are Blue Bloaters And Pink Puffers?...But, their bodies compensate for this by increasing respiratory rate. This assures that tissues are adequately oxygenated.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Staging for COPD...In this stage the FEV1 is less than 30% predicted OR FEV1 is less than 50% with chronic respiratory failure.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
Community Shares: Dealing With Viral Respiratory Infections...People often think a respiratory infection just means a few days of sniffles and an unpleasant cough.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Glossary of COPD Terms...This is a treatment performed by respiratory therapists to reduce mucus buildup.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor Online...There are 4 ways to use this technology: A live video conference allows you to interact in real-time with a doctor or therapist.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Eight Tips for Managing the Cold Weather With COPD...Clean filters promote better indoor air quality, reducing the risk of respiratory irritants.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Understanding and Coping With Severe COPD...You're also probably having more frequent COPD flares and respiratory infections than in the earlier stages.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
The Christmas Epidemic: Is Christmas A COPD Trigger?...Respiratory viruses tend to love colder temperatures. One study showed that the flu virus loves 40 degrees or less.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What Is Bronchiectasis?...It creates a breeding ground for respiratory viruses and bacteria. Therefore, it increases your risk of respiratory infections.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Similarities Between Asthma and COPD...Another common respiratory medicine for both diseases are inhaled corticosteroids (ICS).... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Severe Symptoms of COPD...For instance, not having enough oxygen in the blood due to respiratory failure can cause: Having too much carbon dioxide in the blood due to respiratory... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Questions To Ask Your Doctor After Your Diagnosis ...In many regions, these programs are supervised by respiratory therapists who play a pivotal role in not only guiding you through tailored exercises but... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Expert Answers: Medical Marijuana for COPD?...So, we asked our expert respiratory therapists for their thoughts on the topic!... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
What Are Alveoli?...It does this by easily crossing the respiratory membrane.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Your Lungs and the Cardiovascular System...It is inhaled, travels through your respiratory tract, to an air exchange unit called an alveoli.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments