Supplemental oxygen therapy, or simply “oxygen therapy,” is the use of medical-grade oxygen to treat a variety of conditions. In hospitals, short-term oxygen therapy is used to help patients recover from surgery or acute conditions, but oxygen can also be administered for long-term in-home use in people with chronic lung diseases like COPD and cystic fibrosis.

5 Mistakes New Oxygen Users Make and How to Avoid Them
Jan 20, 2021 10:26:05 AM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, oxygen therapy, COPD education, COPD management, wellness for seniors, Caire Freestyle Comfort
The Inogen One G3, G4, and G5: Which One is Best for You?
Jan 14, 2021 5:24:09 PM / by Ana Eyssimont posted in portable oxygen concentrator, Inogen, Inogen One G3, Inogen One G4
What Are Bronchospasms in COPD and How Are They Treated?
Jan 14, 2021 1:41:20 PM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Portable Oxygen, Tips and Hacks, diet, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, wellness goals, COPD management, wellness for seniors
How to Plan for a Power Outage if You Have COPD
Jan 11, 2021 11:05:08 AM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Tips and Hacks, portable oxygen concentrator, COPD management, wellness for seniors, Respironics SimplyGo, Inogen One G5, Caire Freestyle Comfort
In the 21st century, we are highly dependent on energy sources like natural gas and electricity. We use fuel to power our cars, cook and heat our homes, and we use electricity to charge our phones, computers, and more. But what happens when we lose access to these resources due to a natural disaster or some other problem? In some situations, this can be a minor nuisance; but in others, it could be life-threatening.
9 Tips for Grocery Shopping if You have COPD
Jan 5, 2021 2:18:58 PM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Portable Oxygen, Tips and Hacks, diet, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, oxygen therapy, wellness goals, COPD management, wellness for seniors, Inogen One G5, Caire Freestyle Comfort
11 Life Changing New Year Resolutions for Oxygen Patients
Dec 31, 2020 8:36:53 AM / by Ana Eyssimont posted in Medication and Treatment, portable oxygen concentrator, oxygen therapy, wellness goals
It is almost time to ring in the New Year, and that means new goals, healthier living, and hopefully the beginning to a successful year. Oxygen patients should be especially diligent to celebrate the new year with new ambition and resolutions towards a healthier future! If you are an oxygen patient either due to a chronic lung condition or other pulmonary disease, there are a few New Year’s Resolutions you might add to your list if you haven’t already.
A Comprehensive Guide for Cleaning Your Home Safely With COPD
Dec 30, 2020 12:10:59 PM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Portable Oxygen, Tips and Hacks, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, oxygen therapy, asthma, wellness goals, exercise, COPD education, COPD management, wellness for seniors, outdoor recreation, Respironics SimplyGo, Inogen One G5, Caire Freestyle Comfort
What's the Difference Between a Respirator, Ventilator, and Oxygen Concentrator?
Dec 22, 2020 4:05:31 PM / by Daniel Seter posted in Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Portable Oxygen, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, oxygen therapy, asthma, sleep apnea, COPD education, COPD management, Respironics SimplyGo, Inogen One G5, Inogen, Caire Freestyle Comfort
COPD and Balance: How to Prevent Falls and Physical Injury
Dec 21, 2020 11:03:43 AM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Respiratory Resource Center, Portable Oxygen, Tips and Hacks, diet, portable oxygen concentrator, oxygen therapy, wellness goals, exercise, COPD education, COPD management, wellness for seniors, Respironics SimplyGo, Inogen One G5, Mental heath
Most people don’t put a lot of thought into the way that they get around. As humans, we learn to walk from a very young age and we use our basic motor skills all the time. So, for most people, it’s difficult to imagine being in a situation where these basic functions are impaired. However, for someone with COPD, problems with mobility, balance, and coordination can be a daily struggle. Healthy, functioning lungs are essential for physical exertion, no matter how little it may be.
7 Safe and Effective Home Remedies for Treating COPD
Dec 16, 2020 11:49:24 AM / by Daniel Seter posted in COPD, Medication and Treatment, Respiratory Resource Center, Portable Oxygen, Tips and Hacks, diet, portable oxygen concentrator, G5 oxygen concentrators, oxygen therapy, wellness goals, exercise, COPD education, COPD management, wellness for seniors, Respironics SimplyGo, Inogen One G5, Caire Freestyle Comfort, Mental heath