Bronchiectasis and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) are two individual chronic lung conditions that share similar symptoms, such as shortness of breath, wheezing, general fatigue, and recurring lung infections. If you’re living with COPD or asthma, you may develop bronchiectasis later in life, resulting in an overlap of symptoms, also known as bronchiectasis-COPD overlap syndrome […]
Though more research is being conducted on how to effectively manage bronchiectasis, an irreversible chronic lung condition that causes recurrent respiratory infections, it remains a lesser known pulmonary disease when compared to COPD or cystic fibrosis. If you’re living with bronchiectasis or your loved one needs more information about its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, […]
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) affects more than 11 million people in the United States.1 Though many have heard of this umbrella term used to describe progressive lung diseases, you may be unfamiliar with the different types of COPD that can cause you or a loved one to experience chronic symptoms or recurring flare ups. […]
From our reimbursement and product support teams to our dedicated patient trainers, every individual at Electromed shares one universal goal: to help you breathe better, stay healthier, and lead a more active and fulfilling life. With more than 39 years as a respiratory therapist, Leslie Carpenter brings excellent experience to Electromed as a patient trainer. […]
SmartVest is the only respiratory vest on the market with published studies demonstrating improved outcomes in treating bronchiectasis. BMC Pulmonary Medicine, a peer-reviewed medical journal, recently published a first-of-its-kind, independent study, analyzing the effectiveness of high frequency chest wall oscillation therapy (HFCWO) via the SmartVest Airway Clearance System in treating patients living with bronchiectasis. Read […]
Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) is an airway clearance technique that involves manually percussing the chest wall to help clear the lungs of mucus build up. Administered with the help of a caregiver or respiratory therapist, manual CPT is used for patients living with a chronic lung condition, such as cystic fibrosis or bronchiectasis, where the lungs […]
Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition that can affect your quality of life. From frequent coughing and fatigue to recurring infections that require hospitalization, bronchiectasis can cause you to put your personal life on hold, making you miss life’s special moments, like a grandchild’s birthday or day out with the family. Because bronchiectasis remains an […]
In part one of the SmartVest Journey series, we went through the steps on how to order a SmartVest system. Next, we’ll go through the process of what happens after Electromed receives your SmartVest Airway Clearance System prescription. The first step to getting your respiratory vest is to speak with a Patient Care Team Member, […]
Is a chronic lung condition, like bronchiectasis, keeping you from living independently, spending time with your grandchildren, or doing the everyday activities you enjoy? Knowing how to talk to your doctor about your symptoms is the first step in your SmartVest journey so you can start feeling relief. In part one of this two-part series, […]
At Electromed, each member of our team works diligently to help individuals, like you, find support and compassion, as you take the first step in your SmartVest journey. Beginning a new treatment plan is both exciting and overwhelming. You’re likely ready to start enjoying relief from chronic cough, respiratory infections, and fatigue, but may have […]