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Oxygen Concentrators

Using the Invacare Perfecto2 Oxygen Concentrator

An oxygen concentrator works by concentrating oxygen from the surrounding ambient air, therefore creating a supply of oxygen enriched gas for inhalation. Invacare offers respiratory patients a great option in the Perfecto2 Oxygen Concentrator. Understanding the unit and its proper use can easily make your oxygen therapy more efficient.

Oxygen Concentrators

Use the O2 Concepts Oxlife Independence Portable Oxygen Concentrator Correctly

Many people require supplemental oxygen due to a variety of ailments – ranging from COPD to emphysema. Supplemental oxygen therapy usually is dependent upon large, heavy oxygen tanks that can leave those dependent upon this life-saving oxygen homebound. How do we allow these folks to regain their independence and quality of life? A portable oxygen concentrator (POC) can be a life-changing option.

Oxygen Therapy

Pneumonia Oxygen Therapy Options: All You Need to Know

Breathing is perhaps the most essential physiological process. Any issue with your lungs affects the quality of your life and impacts your overall well-being. One such grave issue that can trouble your lungs is pneumonia.

Oxygen Cannulas Tubings and Connectors

Choosing Best Oxygen Cannulas For Healthy Breathing

Supplementary oxygen is provided to over hundreds of people around the world suffering from a number of breathing disorders. In developing nations it is commonly done at medical centres but in the nations like the USA, it can be easily provided at home. This is where oxygen cannulas come in. They are the go to tool to deliver supplementary oxygen at home. They are hollow tubes that directly connect to the oxygen supplying machine, and the prongs on the cannula are inserted in the nostrils for delivery of the oxygen.

Oxygen Cannulas Tubings and Connectors

Types of Nasal Cannula for Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen cannulas or nasal cannulas are tube-like devices used to supply oxygen or increased airflow for people who have respiratory issues.

Oxygen Concentrators

Top 5 Best Portable Oxygen Concentrators of 2023

Portable oxygen concentrators are lightweight options to oxygen tanks and among the best oxygen suppliers for people who need to stay active and mobile.

Oxygen Therapy

Respironics Simply Go POC - Simply Goes with You…Anytime…Anywhere

SimplyGo is the only POC to offer both continuous flow and pulse-dose delivery in a single device weighing only 10 pounds.

Oxygen Therapy

How to Refill Oxygen Tank at Home: All About O2 Cylinder Refilling Systems

Homefill oxygen devices or oxygen transfill systems are popularly known as Oxygen Refill Systems. They are portable oxygen refill devices to be used at home for filling up empty oxygen tanks. By using oxygen concentrator technology, the concentrated oxygen is extracted from room air to refill machines. This gives the unlimited refill of oxygen.

Oxygen Concentrators

Oxygen and Travel - Using Oxygen Concentrator While Traveling

Oxygen concentrators are generally used for oxygen supply in healthcare services, especially in areas where liquid or pressurized oxygen is either too dangerous or not feasible, such as at your home or in portable clinics.

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Mental Well Being

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Patient Lift Slings

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Patient Safety

5 Best Sit-to-Stand Lifts

Because lifting and transferring patients manually can be physically demanding and dangerous for the caregiver or patient, sit-to-stand patient lifts can provide comfort and peace of mind. With so many products available, how do you know which is the right sit-to-stand patient lift for your situation? HPFY has narrowed it down to the five best sit-to-stand lifts. READ MORE.

Mental Well Being

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Wound Management

Toe Amputation Recovery: Tips for Wound Care at Home

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