Sep. 26, 2024
Oxygen therapy is a medical treatment that involves the use of supplemental oxygen to help people who have trouble breathing or low oxygen levels. It can improve lung function, reduce symptoms, and improve overall health and quality of life. For patients who require supplemental oxygen, oxygen therapy can be life-changing, allowing them to live a more normal, active and healthy life.
Who can receive home oxygen therapy?
If you are diagnosed with one or more of the following conditions and have persistently low blood oxygen levels, you may be asked to receive home oxygen therapy, such as:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Interstitial lung diseases, including idiopathic pulmonary
fibrosis
cystic fibrosis
bronchiectasis
pulmonary hypertension
severe heart disease
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
For home oxygen therapy, portable oxygen concentrators are the first choice. It can help you complete home oxygen therapy conveniently and efficiently, improve respiratory function, and reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue.
Commonly used home oxygen therapy equipment includes 3L oxygen concentrator, 5L oxygen concentrator and 10L oxygen concentrator. Check with your doctor and medical device provider to make sure you get an oxygen concentrator with the right flow rate.