Mountain Bike Marathoner and Oxygen Therapy Patient

Mountain Bike Marathoner and Oxygen Therapy Patient

Susan R., aka “Blondie”, was diagnosed with COPD at the age of 53. She does marathons on her mountain bike as a hobby. We wanted to talk to her to see how one goes from being diagnosed with COPD and being prescribed oxygen therapy, to being an avid mountain bike marathoner. Susan’s story is very inspirational to everyone who has been diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.

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Difference between Invacare and Respironics Products

Difference between Invacare and Respirionics Products

If you’re in the market for a home oxygen concentrator or a portable model, the array of choices you have might be a little overwhelming. We carry some of the best brands of oxygen concentrators and accessories, but you’re probably wondering which is right for you. We’re here to help you in any way we can, with our informational pages on our website and our sales representatives that are there to help you make the right selection.

Here is a comparison of two such brands – Invacare and Respirionics – comparing things like battery duration on portable models, electrical usage of home oxygen concentrators, flow rates at LPM (Liters Per Minute) and other important specifications. We want to help you make an informed decision on which brand and model is best for your needs.

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Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals in Houston

Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals in Houston

Houston, Texas, AKA “The Bayou City”, is a hot city, in more ways than one. From the nightlife, to the tourist attractions, to the temperatures in the summer time, you’ll want to stroll around the city with as little resistance as possible. Our portable oxygen rentals are on the ready, whether you are an outsider traveling to the city, or if you’ve lived there for years and want to do some exploring.

Meeting your oxygen therapy dosage needs comes first. From there, we can help you choose the concentrator with the size and battery life that best meet your needs. For example, if you plan on doing some hiking or biking to stay active, a lightweight concentrator with an external battery might be best for you.

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Reviews on Inogen Products

Reviews on Inogen G3 Backpack

We carry many of the best brands in oxygen therapy, and Inogen is one of the most popular. Many people love Inogen products, because this brand gives you more options in battery power, with products at a high quality. It’s apparent that they want to offer their customers as much convenience in oxygen therapy as possible.

We’ve asked our customers who have bought Inogen products what they like about them, and collected them here to help you decide if they are right for you.

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Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals in Dallas

Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals in Dallas

The city of Dallas is one of the main destinations for people road-tripping, as well as those who want to spend some time exploring one of the most exciting places in the United States. Whether you’ve never been there before, or you’re a long time resident going on a day trip, our oxygen concentrator rentals will make it easy for you to go anywhere in the city, and have a great time. After ordering your rental oxygen concentrator, it will arrive at your doorstep in no more than 3 days, ready to go with you on your trip to D-Town.

Dallas is a fabulous city with a lot of money, full of destinations that people of all ages and different interests will enjoy. Of the best places to bring the whole family, the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, and the Zero Gravity Thrill Amusement Park are ranked as the top 2 best attractions in Dallas on Trip Advisor. The Dallas Zoo and the Dallas World Aquarium are also a few of the city’s famous family-friendly hot spots.

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Chicago Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals

Portable Oxygen Concentrator Rentals in Chicago

The Windy City is an interesting and bustling city, with the character of New York and 15 miles of beaches that are a close rival to LA’s waterfront. Whether you are a newcomer to this metropolis on the shore of Lake Michigan, or you’ve lived here all your life and want to take a weekend out on the town, our portable oxygen concentrator rentals are available to you within just a few days, or less. Taking a spontaneous trip in a couple days? Give us a call.

Chicago is a great place for people of all ages and areas of interest, so this is an ideal place to bring your whole family. Art enthusiasts won’t want to miss out on the Art Institute of Chicago, which has the 2nd largest collection of impressionist paintings in the world. The largest collection in the world is at the Louvre, in Paris. If you love animals, go to the Lincoln Park zoo, which is one of the last free zoos in the United States. Head on over to the largest marine mammal aquarium in the world, The Oceanarium, or the John G. Shedd Aquarium, the world’s largest aquarium. The Harold Washington Public Library would be the hot spot for the book lovers of the group, with over 2 million books to read!

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Lifechoice ActivOx Question and Answers

Lifechoice ActivOx Question and Answers

With all of the tiny portable oxygen concentrators on the market, how do you choose one? They all seem so convenient and each have their own great qualities and features, it can be hard to decide which one is right for you. People come to us with many questions about one of our newest portable oxygen concentrators – the Lifechoice ActivOx by Inova Labs. Just like the Lifechoice, it’s barely 5 lbs, and just as the name suggests, it allows you to have an active lifestyle.

If you’ve read the product descriptions and you’re still not sure if this concentrator is right for you, here are a set of the most frequently asked questions, along with the answers. We want to make sure you make a completely educated choice on whether or not this oxygen concentrator is right for you.

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Conditions that Oxygen Therapy is Used to Treat

Conditions that Oxygen Therapy is Used to Treat

Usually, when you see someone using oxygen therapy, what comes to your mind? Many people associate oxygen tanks and concentrators with someone who has a severe case of COPD (emphysema or chronic bronchitis), but this isn’t always the case. There is a stigma over those who need to use oxygen – “He/She smoked too many cigarettes and now needs to use oxygen therapy.” Even if they need to use it because they have COPD, people shouldn’t be so judgmental. There are several other reasons someone may be using an oxygen concentrator.

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Road Trip Advice for Bringing Your Portable Oxygen Concentrator

Road Trip Advice for Bringing Your Portable Oxygen Concentrator

Taking a road trip across the United States can be found on many a bucket list, and if this is a dream of yours, you can easily do this with one of our portable oxygen concentrators. There are a few things you will need to keep in mind, and methods for making your journey as smooth as possible while still getting the oxygen therapy you need.

Portable oxygen concentrators are made to give you the freedom you’ve always had, and to go wherever it is you want to go. If you only want your oxygen concentrator for the duration of your trip, it might be best for you to rent a portable oxygen concentrator from us, depending on the length of your trip. If you plan on taking a very lengthy road trip, purchasing a portable oxygen concentrator for later use might be a better option.

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