Why Is Supplemental Oxygen Beneficial?...Some people in this community utilize home oxygen therapy. It benefits them by keeping oxygen levels normal.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments25 comments
Swelling...) if blood oxygen is low enough to qualify for this therapy.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Treating and Managing COPD...There are many different devices and methods that can be used for oxygen therapy.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Fatigue...Oxygen therapy, or the use of supplemental oxygen, provides extra oxygen for your body.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
How Long Can Your Oxygen Tubing Be? ...Home oxygen therapy was extensively studied in the 1950s and 60s. It was determined that people with COPD benefited from supplemental oxygen.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
The Benefits of Respiratory Therapists...If the test indicates that home oxygen therapy would help, I'll figure out how much oxygen you need.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
What to Do When Your Oxygen Level Is Low...In the realm of home oxygen therapy, optimal health demands a proactive approach.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Explaining the COPD stages...Most people with Stage IV COPD need many types of medication and require oxygen therapy to make sure their bodies are receiving enough oxygen to function... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Preparing for Emergencies...Common reasons for power outages include: It is important to prepare for these types of emergencies, especially if you are on oxygen therapy.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
COPD Treatment Guidelines...You may also need regular oxygen therapy to help manage your stable COPD.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Living with Brochiectasis...He is on oxygen therapy at night and is doing better at this time.... By carollou701 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Glossary of COPD Terms...Oxygen concentrators are used for oxygen therapy. A medically prescribed system of providing additional oxygen to the body.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Oxygen Depletion...At those times, oxygen therapy can be used to raise blood oxygen levels.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...It provides education for you and your family, such as how to use your inhalers and oxygen therapy.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Blueness of the Lips or Fingernail Beds...The treatment depends upon: If COPD itself is causing cyanosis, doctors may use oxygen therapy or a breathing machine (ventilator) to deliver extra... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
What Is it Like to Live With COPD? – Results From the 2019 COPD In America Survey...Oxygen therapy or supplemental oxygen delivers an extra supply of oxygen into the body to help improve symptoms of COPD.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
Ask the Advocates: Oxygen and Shortness of Breath...therapy.... By COPD.net Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
COPD and Severe Weather Preparedness...therapy in any situation.... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
42 and strong willed...First, I started on oxygen 24 hours a day...the thing I'm discovering about oxygen therapy is it's like my life vest or security blanket (I don't know... By erinbhou19801 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments24 comments
Home NIV for COPD May Prolong Life...It's important to note that supplemental oxygen therapy can increase life expectancy in those who have COPD. It can also increase comfort.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments