Flutter Devices

[Tunbury41]

Hi I have asthma but produce mucus when I have a flare I was wondering if anyone had used a flutter device or Aerosure it’s quite expensive so I would like to hear any feedback

[wheezyof]

I have a flutter, I got it on prescription from my GP. They cost (well did last time I looked) just under 40

The flutter does help me. You should check with your medical team first to make sure it's suitable for you.

[Tunbury41 in reply to wheezyof]

Did mention it to the Asthma nurse she said it would be fine what is yours called if you don’t mind me asking so I can check with her thank you for replying

[wheezyof in reply to Tunbury41]

It's just called a flutter. x

[Damon1864 Volunteer]

I got my flutter device off the GP. Have a good day and take care 😊 Bernadette and Jack 🐕 xxxxxx

[Tunbury41 in reply to Damon1864]

Thanks for that ditto to you and Bernadette

[Hidden]

I've got a flutter and an Aerobika. I prefer the Aerobika as you can use it lying down and the resistance is adjustable.

[Juliette011 in reply to Hidden]

that is interesting...I haven't heard of this one. I will check it out. many thanks

[RoadRunner44]

Hi, I have had a few different ones over the past few years. At my last meeting with my consultant (last year), my acapella was changed and I was given the newer Aerobika. Apparently this one is regarded as the latest version of these little hand held gadgets. I find it excellent and it can be used when lying down to clear your chest. I believe its expensive to buy but I was given one by my consultant at the hospital.

[Juliette011]

Hi Tunbury, yes the flutter device is expensive (from where I sit being on a pension!) but definitely I find worth every cent. You can get the same affect from using the bottle pep (blowing through a tube and making bubbles into a glass of water) but the flutterer you can take anywhere with you so its super convenient. And I use it often. I have copd and often find crap stuck somewhere in/on the lung/s, and once I have used it, not immediately (sometimes it is) but a wee while after I am able to cough it up. And sometimes I don't get to cough it up, but just using the device can shift the crap, so I am not struggling as much. Good luck. But yes talk to your respiratory personage or gp, to be sure to be sure!

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[Egpa]

I have got a flutter and an AerobiKA, Respiratory gave me mine on one of my appointments, along with a nebulizer. I find the AerobiKA works better than the flutter.

[gingermusic]

I bought the aerosure and it seems to help

[Tunbury41 in reply to gingermusic]

I have been looking at that one although it’s a bit expensive

[B0xermad]

Hi I have a flutter and an acapella both from doctor or respiratory department, I have asthma, bronchiectasis and copd and find using a device essential every day. But during a flare up really important to get the mucus out.

[Tunbury41 in reply to B0xermad]

I have asthma but in the middle of a chest infection nurse said it would probably help to move mucus thanks for replying

[B0xermad in reply to Tunbury41]

Good luck and I hope you feel better soon

[Tunbury41 in reply to B0xermad]

Thank you so much I hope so too

[Ergendl]

Only use my aerosure when I have mucus problems, which is on the rare occasion I get a cold or chest infection.

[Tunbury41 in reply to Ergendl]

Thanks for replying same as me cold or chest infection

[happyvaccine]

Hi which flutter device do you have please

[Alberta56]

Hello Tunbury. I was loaned a flutter, but couldn't get on with it, probably because no-one taught me to use it properly. Then I was prescribed an AerobiKa when I was quite ill and the result was magical. There is a good video on line explaining how it works. Talk to your GP or nurse and see if they will prescribe a suitable device for you.

[Keem59]

I bought a little device called an Air Physio.. I'm happy with it..

[Muglow]

I purchased the Air Physio & it works really well for me. You can see demonstrations on Youtube.

[Tunbury41 in reply to Muglow]

Thanks for that the nurse did mention that one

[Muglow in reply to Tunbury41]

Well, I was quite worried about the cost(£60.00) but the relief was so amazing I'm glad I took the chance.

[Tunbury41]

Thinking will probably take a chance to anything for a bit of relief

[Muglow in reply to Tunbury41]

Hi Tunbury. Let us know how you go on.

[Tunbury41 in reply to Muglow]

Hi I used it for the first time this morning and IT WORKED yay it has made me feel so much better already I’m in the middle of a chest infection so to be able to clear the gunk has been so beneficial thanks again x

[Muglow in reply to Tunbury41]

So glad it's working for you. It's such a relief when you get rid of that heavy ache in your chest.👏👍

[hallentine47]

I have a flutter as supplied by NHS my GP and it helped me lots.

[Tunbury41]

I’ve had a lot of answers on here thank you for replying and have now got one

[Kristicats]

I use

Brand: Clement Clarke International

4.3 out of 5 stars 155 Reviews

Flutter Mucus Clearance Device

Amazon's

Choice

for "flutter"

Flutter Mucus Clearance Device

£58

[Tunbury41 in reply to Kristicats]

Thank you for replying

[WheezleSneezle]

I use a flutter and also the pari pep s attachment for my nebuliser. 3 of my nebs (salbutamol, ipratropium, 6% hypertonic saline) I do with the pari LC Sprint neb before the flutter, and then afterwards the steroid with the LC Sprint Star which creates a finer mist to penetrate deeper into smaller airways. This regime (and mepolizumab) is working well for me.

[Tunbury41 in reply to WheezleSneezle]

Thank you taking the time to reply I have now spoken to my asthma nurse and she’s arranging for me