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Caleb Umstead

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Top 3 Portable Oxygen Concentrators for Travel

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 24, 2014 3:09:03 PM

You have the chance to take that trip you always dreamed of, but life brought some health challenges your way.  You are afraid that they may prevent you from taking advantage of this opportunity.

Stop, no negative thinking allowed here. Sit down and figure out just what you need to make it happen.

Finding a portable oxygen concentrator (POC) for travel will not be hard as they come with a wide variety of capabilities.

Since some needs may not be ones your medical condition requires all the time, rentals of specific portable oxygen concentrators for travel might be best for you.

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Low Oxygen Levels: How Do They Affect You & How Oxygen Therapy Helps

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 23, 2014 4:52:08 PM

 


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Infants and Supplemental Oxygen

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 23, 2014 11:47:00 AM

 

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Lung Disease: Dealing with All Aspects

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 22, 2014 1:48:24 PM

 

 

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Top 3 Portable Oxygen Concentrators for Portability

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 22, 2014 11:42:00 AM

 

 

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Topics: portable oxygen concentrators, AirSep Focus, LifeChoice Activox Sport, Inogen One G3

Humidifier for Oxygen Therapy: When Should You Use One?

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 21, 2014 2:00:00 PM

 


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Topics: oxygen therapy, oxygen concentrator accessories, portable oxygen concentrators, home oxygen concentrators

Power Outages: How to Prepare as an Oxygen Patient

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 21, 2014 10:30:06 AM

Power outages can be a more than a common thing depending on where you are located, and if you suffer from a chronic lung disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) power outages can cause big problems.

This is especially true for patients that use stationary oxygen concentrators, which require a steady flow of power to run the concentrator. On the other hand,  if you have a portable oxygen concentrator you can rely on a lithium ion battery until the power is restored, but it is always smart and proactive to be prepared for the worst.

Do you know how to fully prepare for an unexpected power outage? We will be discussing some preventative measures you can take that will prepare you for the unexpected.

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Topics: oxygen therapy, portable oxygen concentrators, home oxygen concentrators, oxygen safety

Understanding the Basics of a Home Oxygen Concentrator

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 17, 2014 4:30:00 PM

Whether you have suffered from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for years or you have just recently been diagnosed, you should know that your lungs are damaged and can no longer deliver the necessary amount of oxygen throughout your body.

This is why your doctor may have written you a prescription for a stationary oxygen concentrator.

Now some stationary oxygen concentrators have different features, the overall operation is the same across the board. Today we will be discussing what an oxygen concentrator is, as well as how to properly operate them.

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Topics: oxygen therapy, home oxygen concentrators

Breathing Easier with COPD: Breathing Techniques

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 17, 2014 12:45:00 PM

Your breath is your lifeline and when it becomes difficult to breath, your life comes to a halt. Hearing the diagnosis of COPD may sound like a sentence to a life of inactivity, a life that no longer includes enjoyed activities of your past.

This is true to a certain extent, but not totally true. Over time, certain exercises have proven to help those who have COPD. If you practice these exercises and learn to incorporate them into your life, there is a chance you will be able to continue some of those activities you enjoy, though on a lower level of intensity.

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Topics: COPD, COPD Treatment, Disease Management

SeQual eQuinox Portable Oxygen Concentrator F.A.Q.'s

Posted by Caleb Umstead on Jul 17, 2014 11:36:00 AM

The SeQual eQuinox is the lightest continuous flow portable oxygen concentrator that offers 3LPM, this incredible oxygen concentrator is packed with numerous features and with two battery options you can customize your experience, without ever worrying about running out of supplemental oxygen on the go again!

Recently we have been receiving a lot of questions regarding the SeQual eQuinox, which is why we have prepared a list of the most frequently asked questions:

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Topics: portable oxygen concentrators, SeQual eQuinox, F.A.Q.'s

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