If you are newly diagnosed and struggling to find information about your condition you may find our useful links can provide a little more detail. If you are struggling to negotiate the minefield that is the NHS then why not try NHS Direct NHS Choices or perhaps PALS can help.
As the weather is getting colder and the nights are drawing in, now may be the time to have a chat with our Kindred Spirits. They all have thriving on line communities. So if you just want to chat or need helpful advice they are warm, welcoming and waiting to hear from you. There you will find people just like yourself who are experiencing similar symptoms, hopes and frustrations.
You can link through this blog or on our website. Why not check out what they have to offer. We often hear feedback from you as to just how positive and supportive getting in touch can be.
Wednesday, 10 October 2012
Wednesday, 3 October 2012
Seasonal nebuliser advice
Well doesn't time fly! Yes I'm afraid it's that time of year again.
Now is a good time for those of you who only nebulise occasionally to be dragging your unit from the cupboard, dusting it off and stocking up on spares and accessories. You can do that by clicking HERE. For those of you who have to use your nebuliser a little more often, then maybe it's time it had its annual M.O.T. You can ring us on 01942 701210 or if you prefer to email and find out if you have one of the units that still requires an annual service or you can ring the manufacturer. There are lots of pages and clickable links throughout the blog about cleaning and caring for your nebuliser.
And what about your annual flu jab? You can find out more here just why it may be a good idea for you and if so why not book your appointment today and if you are still unsure why not chat to any one of our useful links.
Now is a good time for those of you who only nebulise occasionally to be dragging your unit from the cupboard, dusting it off and stocking up on spares and accessories. You can do that by clicking HERE. For those of you who have to use your nebuliser a little more often, then maybe it's time it had its annual M.O.T. You can ring us on 01942 701210 or if you prefer to email and find out if you have one of the units that still requires an annual service or you can ring the manufacturer. There are lots of pages and clickable links throughout the blog about cleaning and caring for your nebuliser.
And what about your annual flu jab? You can find out more here just why it may be a good idea for you and if so why not book your appointment today and if you are still unsure why not chat to any one of our useful links.
Tuesday, 4 September 2012
Oscillating Positive Pressure Devices, or mucus clearance devices to you and me!
I have been asked to post a quick recap of the information about Oscillating Positive Pressure Devices or as known to you and me the Shaker, the Flutter and the Pari O-PEP. To see our range click HERE
For some of you mucus in your airways becomes stickier making it difficult to clear and this can lead to infection making your airways swell and produce even more mucus. This in turn results in further infection which can eventually lead to lung damage. One possible treatment of these symptoms along with mucolytics is airway clearance techniques It is vital that these are recommended and monitored by a Physiotherapist or Respiratory Nurse as everyone is an individual and they are not suitable for everyone
When you breathe out through these devices, pressure builds up in your lungs, helping to keep the airways open wide and allowing air to get behind the sputum, moving it upwards. The vibrations transmitted through the chest wall from the device help to loosen any sputum stuck to the sides of the airways.
Your health professional should show you how to use these devices and each unit comes with full instructions, but as a quick guide
Treatment can be carried out in sitting or any postural drainage position (where possible).
Relaxing your stomach muscles take a few normal breaths before starting.
Close your lips around the mouthpiece and make sure to make a good seal.
Start by taking a slightly bigger than normal breath in through your nose, then breathe out through the device. You may feel vibrations on your chest wall.
Repeat this eight to ten times. You should then put the device down and cough to clear any sputum. Then relax before starting again.
Aim to continue for about 15 minutes or until you have cleared all your sputum.
Customer feedback with all these devices is always very positive especially when recommended by your heath professional and with the new Shakers and the Pari O-PEP even the cost is less prohibitive. If you have any questions at all please call us on 01942 701210 and you can explore further through the clickable links in this blog, our kindred spirits or for our website click HERE
For some of you mucus in your airways becomes stickier making it difficult to clear and this can lead to infection making your airways swell and produce even more mucus. This in turn results in further infection which can eventually lead to lung damage. One possible treatment of these symptoms along with mucolytics is airway clearance techniques It is vital that these are recommended and monitored by a Physiotherapist or Respiratory Nurse as everyone is an individual and they are not suitable for everyone
When you breathe out through these devices, pressure builds up in your lungs, helping to keep the airways open wide and allowing air to get behind the sputum, moving it upwards. The vibrations transmitted through the chest wall from the device help to loosen any sputum stuck to the sides of the airways.
Your health professional should show you how to use these devices and each unit comes with full instructions, but as a quick guide
Treatment can be carried out in sitting or any postural drainage position (where possible).
Relaxing your stomach muscles take a few normal breaths before starting.
Close your lips around the mouthpiece and make sure to make a good seal.
Start by taking a slightly bigger than normal breath in through your nose, then breathe out through the device. You may feel vibrations on your chest wall.
Repeat this eight to ten times. You should then put the device down and cough to clear any sputum. Then relax before starting again.
Aim to continue for about 15 minutes or until you have cleared all your sputum.
Customer feedback with all these devices is always very positive especially when recommended by your heath professional and with the new Shakers and the Pari O-PEP even the cost is less prohibitive. If you have any questions at all please call us on 01942 701210 and you can explore further through the clickable links in this blog, our kindred spirits or for our website click HERE
Tuesday, 21 August 2012
The Sidestream Plus is now available
Slightly earlier than anticipated the Sidestream Plus from Philips Respironics is now available for those of you who need to nebulise steroids or antibiotics.
If you are unsure as to which system would be the best for you, the Sidestream, the Sidestream Plus or the LC Sprint from Pari, there is lots of information in this blog, and on our website:
https://evergreen-nebulizers.co.uk/
or simply give us a call on 01942 701210 and we will be happy to help.
If you are unsure as to which system would be the best for you, the Sidestream, the Sidestream Plus or the LC Sprint from Pari, there is lots of information in this blog, and on our website:
https://evergreen-nebulizers.co.uk/
or simply give us a call on 01942 701210 and we will be happy to help.
Wednesday, 15 August 2012
Shakers
New to the Mucus Clearance Device range or to give them their proper name Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure Devices is the Shaker and the Shaker Deluxe.
It was as a result of your many enquires about the Shakers that we decided to investigate further and take them on board. So far your feedback has been very positive. To view them click HERE
For those of you unfamiliar with Mucus Clearance Devices you can find out more about who may benefit from using one or how they work from the red clickable links in this page, this blog or from our web site
As with all medical devices they may not be suitable for everyone and most customers who we speak to have been guided by their G.P. Respiratory Nurse or Physiotherapist. If you have questions at all please give us a call on 01942 701210 or for further independent advice there is always our kindred spirits
It was as a result of your many enquires about the Shakers that we decided to investigate further and take them on board. So far your feedback has been very positive. To view them click HERE
For those of you unfamiliar with Mucus Clearance Devices you can find out more about who may benefit from using one or how they work from the red clickable links in this page, this blog or from our web site
As with all medical devices they may not be suitable for everyone and most customers who we speak to have been guided by their G.P. Respiratory Nurse or Physiotherapist. If you have questions at all please give us a call on 01942 701210 or for further independent advice there is always our kindred spirits
Tuesday, 14 August 2012
Pick and Mix with The Pari Mini
First we had the new Pari Turbo Boy SX, which when combined with the Pari LC Sprint offers you a highly efficient drug delivery system capable of nebulising steroids and antibiotics as well as bronchodilators.
Now Pari have launched the ingenious Pari Mini
Perfect for using at home, this latest addition to the Pari family is dual voltage, petite, quiet and has the capability to nebulise all of your medications, when used with the supplied LC Sprint, wherever you may be. If you want adventures to out of this world destinations or a simple a trip to the shops you only pay for the features you need. So why not pick and mix your accessories, be it a multi volt mains cable to to use in the car or a rechargeable lithium battery so you can nebulise even on the top of a mountain. The Pari Mini is a versatile, practical and affordable addition to the Pari range. For further details or to place an order click HERE
Monday, 6 August 2012
What ever happened to the Ventstream?
It is being replaced by the new durable Sidestream Plus medication chamber from Philips Respironics and is designed for the delivery of inhaled steroids and antibiotics such as Budesonide or Colomycin, as well as bronchodilators such as Salbutomol
It provides you with a faster and more accurate drug delivery by producing up to 68% of the output smaller than 4 microns, enabling more of the medication to reach your lower airways. However the real benefit of the Sidestream Plus is that the low-resistance one-way valve means it responds to your breathing pattern ensuring you get more drug on inspiration and waste less on expiration.
It can be sterilised by boiling and gives a consistent performance for at least a year. Supplied complete with a vent hose and with an option of a filter attachment with filter pads which minimises aerosol going into the atmosphere, protecting members of the family from breathing in your medication which is particularly important when you are nebulising antibiotics or steroids.
Why not take a look at the new Innospire Deluxe Sidestream Plus
https://evergreen-nebulizers.co.uk/philips-innospire-deluxe-nebuliser
It provides you with a faster and more accurate drug delivery by producing up to 68% of the output smaller than 4 microns, enabling more of the medication to reach your lower airways. However the real benefit of the Sidestream Plus is that the low-resistance one-way valve means it responds to your breathing pattern ensuring you get more drug on inspiration and waste less on expiration.
It can be sterilised by boiling and gives a consistent performance for at least a year. Supplied complete with a vent hose and with an option of a filter attachment with filter pads which minimises aerosol going into the atmosphere, protecting members of the family from breathing in your medication which is particularly important when you are nebulising antibiotics or steroids.
Why not take a look at the new Innospire Deluxe Sidestream Plus
https://evergreen-nebulizers.co.uk/philips-innospire-deluxe-nebuliser
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