Severe Symptoms of COPD...Oxygen therapy provides the body with extra oxygen delivered through a mask over the nose and mouth, or through a tube in the nostrils.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
A Pithy History Of Oxygen...Many in this community benefit from oxygen therapy. This is all possible because of great discoveries from our past.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Sleep Disorders and COPD...Ask your doctor about oxygen therapy. Some people with COPD can benefit from this, and it might help them sleep better.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Five Practical Gifts Ideas for Someone With COPD...Suppose you rely on oxygen therapy while on the move. Having the right equipment is important for efficient inhalation.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Nose Dryness With Supplemental Oxygen...Let’s look at all the problems that can stem from having dry nasal canals while on oxygen therapy.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Home Pulse Oximeter Monitoring - Yes or No?...However, if you are using supplemental oxygen therapy at home, an oximeter can be a useful tool.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
What Causes Pulmonary Hypertension?...This is one mechanism your body uses to maintain normal oxygen levels and treatment for this would be home oxygen therapy.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD Management Plan...Patients on oxygen therapy may have to deal with various kinds of equipment.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
COPD Lexicon: Home Oxygen Terms to Know ...This has greatly improved convenience of home oxygen therapy. This is all in an effort to help you breathe easier and live longer with COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Care and Cleaning of Your Oxygen Equipment...Supplemental oxygen therapy is one of the most basic treatments for people with COPD, especially as the disease progresses.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Home Oxygen Delivery Devices...To receive home oxygen therapy, you must have stable COPD. This means your rate and depth of breathing must be within an acceptable range.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Living Your Best COPD Life with Diet and Exercise...I came home from the hospital on oxygen therapy and today I accept that I will need it for the rest of my life. ... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Don't Wait to Make Lifestyle Changes...The Pulmonary Dr. told me that I would probably be on Oxygen Therapy with in 10 years. Keep taking your Spiriva and here's your Symbicort. Bye!... By dawne2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
COPD Awareness Month: Pulling Back the Curtain...Some may have to depend on oxygen therapy or mobility aids, which might result in giving up activities they used to enjoy.... By COPD.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Staying Hydrated...People with COPD who are on oxygen therapy may have dryness and irritation in their nasal passages and airways.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
COPD Glossary...Oxygen Therapy - Also known as supplemental oxygen. Prescribed when the body’s oxygen needs are not being met on their own.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Exercise for Quality of Life...I carried my oximeter and stopped often to check my O2 as I am on full time oxygen therapy.... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Update to COPD Guidelines May Benefit You...If your oxygen levels drop below 88%, you qualify for home oxygen therapy. Inhaling oxygen every day is shown to help you live longer.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Is COPD Terminal – Am I Going to Die?...therapy.... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Living With COPD...Some people can improve their symptoms with oxygen therapy and others can benefit from special kinds of surgery.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
