Consuming foods high in vitamins, minerals, and key nutrients, such as protein and fiber, allows our bodies to perform the essential tasks we depend on each day. One such task is breathing. But did you know that certain foods can actually make breathing more difficult?1 Oxygen and Food Oxygen plays an important role in how […]
Alcohol and Bronchiectasis: Is There a Risk? Whether it’s a glass of wine, a pint of beer, or a tumbler of your favorite whiskey, drinking alcohol is often a staple at social gatherings and something most people enjoy doing to help relax. Many of us are aware of the health concerns surrounding excessive alcohol use, […]
Mucus often gets a bad reputation, but it actually helps protect your body by trapping germs and preventing the spread of bacteria and allergens.1 However, when we become sick, have a chronic lung condition, or are dealing with allergies, mucus can become thick and hard to get rid of. This, in turn, leaves our lungs […]
Airway Clearance Device for Veterans With COPD After sacrificing for their country, veterans deserve the best care. If you’re a veteran, you may face chronic respiratory conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD due to environmental exposures, underlying health issues, or aging-related lung function decline. Airway clearance therapy may improve your quality of life […]
Mucus is an important part of our respiratory system, trapping different irritants, pathogens, and debris that can harm your lungs. However, when your body produces too much mucus, especially in the lungs, it can lead to health issues such as difficulty breathing, chronic coughing, and an increased risk of infections. In this article, we’ll explore: […]
You can’t put a price on symptom relief from your chronic lung condition. However, finding ways to help reduce medical costs related to conditions like COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or bronchiectasis, is important to consider. At Electromed, every SmartVest we manufacture and distribute comes with a lifetime support guarantee. This means you never need […]
What is HFCWO and How is it Used with SmartVest? High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO) is an innovative airway clearance therapy designed to help individuals with chronic respiratory conditions manage their symptoms effectively. This non-invasive therapy has become a cornerstone treatment for patients who struggle with mucus clearance due to conditions such as bronchiectasis, cystic […]
Living with bronchiectasis during the winter may worsen symptoms, including wheezing, chronic cough, recurring lung infections, and even chest pain. “It is common knowledge that the winter season, especially in the higher latitudes, is the difficult part of year for patients with chronic respiratory diseases and that inhalation of cold air has negative effects on […]
Airway Clearance Devices: Understanding Their Benefits and Uses Living with bronchiectasis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can significantly impact daily life. Chronic lung conditions often involve excess mucus buildup in the lungs, which can lead to difficulty breathing, frequent infections, and reduced lung function. These symptoms can compound, leading to a cycle that can […]
Do you ever experience shortness of breath, even after exhaling deeply? It might feel like you cannot completely empty your lungs of air, causing your breathing to become labored. When air gets trapped in the lungs, over time, it can cause pulmonary hyperinflation—a condition where the lungs expand beyond their normal size.1 Although hyperinflated lungs […]