Anyone use an air intake device like an Airlife device that messure's the air intake when you inhale through a tube? My question is what is a good number to set as a goal? The " result" part of the device goes from 0 to 2500 at the highest level. I only get to 1000 and 1250 on a good day. Yesterday I was,at 1250 but 1 day later I can't get past 1000. I am frustrated about that.
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Airlife breathing device to gauge air intake in lungs.
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Hi Kenny:
I do use an Airlift, I have found that the longer I use it the higher the number. I set a goal of 2000 but on a good day I can only do 1750. I always use it after taking my meds. Keep a record and let your doctor know. I have found that by walking 3 days a week at 45 minutes each time has helped me to get number up. I think you are doing good with your numbers, but I also understand how you feel with one day up and next down. Think positive thoughts.
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Rereading this note and realized that this is also known as an incentive spirometer. LORBICs recommendation that you walk regularly is great. Also, if you have one available, a stationary bike is good for those days you can't get outside.
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