Scott Ridl

Scott joined American Medical Sales and Rentals in 2008 as a Web Manager and Content Writer. He is a writer and designer. He is extensively trained on oxygen therapy products from leading manufacturers such as Inogen, Respironics, Chart, Invacare, ResMed and more.

Scott works closely with respiratory therapists and oxygen specialists to educate the community about oxygen therapy products, COPD, asthma and lung diseases. He writes weekly columns and is passionate about educating the community on oxygen therapy and respiratory issues.

How Your Body Gets Better Once You Quit Smoking

By now, we all know the risks of smoking tobacco. Unfortunately, that doesn’t make it any easier, even for those who truly desire to quit smoking. You might have the mentality that you’ve already been smoking for so long and the damage has already been done. You might not see the point in quitting.

Even though you may still develop health problems years after you’ve quit smoking, there are still a lot of benefits of quitting, no matter how long you’ve been smoking. In fact, it’s amazing how quickly your body gets better once you’ve quit smoking.

April 2, 2021April 2, 2021 Scott Ridl

User Question: What Concentrator Can Be Used with a CPAP Machine?

A user recently asked this question: Which oxygen concentrator can be used with a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine? We thought it would be an excellent opportunity to answer this specific question but also expand on it a bit to address the overall subject of using oxygen with CPAP.

Let us begin by briefly exploring the need for a CPAP machine, then discuss why you might need to use oxygen with CPAP, and finally address the process of connecting an oxygen concentrator to your CPAP machine.

September 9, 2020September 26, 2022 Scott Ridl

July 2020 Oxygen Concentrator Store Reviews

We know that our success depends on the satisfaction of our oxygen customers and that is why we strive to give every customer the highest shopping experience! We pride ourselves on educating new customers on oxygen solutions and providing post-shopping customer support.

View a small selection of July 2020 Trustpilot Reviews that we have received from actual customers.

August 10, 2020August 29, 2020 Scott Ridl

Useful Accessories for the Inogen One 5G

The Inogen One G5 is one of the most advanced portable oxygen concentrators on the market. Designed and tested to be used 24/7, the Inogen One G5 oxygen concentrator keeps you breathing better whether you’re at home, on a plane, or on the road. If you’ve read all about the Inogen One G5 and are considering purchasing one, or already own one, consider these accessories to make your oxygen concentrator even more convenient and comfortable to use.

July 15, 2020October 19, 2020 Scott Ridl

Smallest Continuous Flow Portable Oxygen Concentrator

The Respironics SimplyGo portable oxygen concentrator is the smallest and lightest battery-operated concentrator capable of producing both pulse flow and continuous flow oxygen delivery. It weighs only 10 pounds and can be carried on the shoulder or more commonly, transported with a convenient wheeled cart. FAA-approved for use on domestic and international flights, this versatile machine is ideal for those who travel. Sleep therapy devices such as CPAP machines can be used in conjunction with the SimplyGo when set to continuous flow mode. Built to last, this technologically advanced concentrator is an ideal oxygen solution for both daytime and nighttime oxygen therapy.

June 21, 2020June 21, 2020 Scott Ridl

Our Efforts During Coronavirus Pandemic

We would like to take a moment and recognize essential staff throughout all industries, whose strength and perseverance sustains the heartbeat of our nation through these trying times. Healthcare providers, first responders, farmers, delivery drivers, law enforcement, and many others all continue to work tirelessly so that those of us sheltering in place can do so safely and with the peace of mind that those who need care or assistance will receive it. As a token of gratitude, we are running a special promotion* for Health Care Professionals and First Responders.

June 20, 2020September 8, 2020 Scott Ridl

May 2020 Oxygen Concentrator Store Reviews

View a small selection of May 2020 Trustpilot Reviews that we have received from actual customers.

June 10, 2020August 28, 2020 Scott Ridl

High Flow Stationary Oxygen Concentrators

Sometimes an oxygen concentrator with a high flow is necessary to meet a patient’s oxygen requirements. A higher setting is often needed for more severe cases of low oxygen in the bloodstream. When someone with healthy lungs takes a breath, they are really only breathing in 21% oxygen in the air. For someone with moderate to severe COPD, that percent will be much lower.

Oxygen concentrators support two types of oxygen delivery flow – continuous and pulse (or intermittent). To clarify, continuous flow oxygen setting puts out a constant flow of air through the nasal cannula or mask, irrespective of when a patient breathes. Pulse dose releases oxygen in pulses, also referred to as a bolus, usually according to the patient’s breathing pattern.

April 9, 2020July 2, 2021 Scott Ridl

Coronavirus: What You Need To Know

Since 2001, Oxygen Concentrator Store has been dedicated to promoting the health of individuals affected by COPD, emphysema, and other respiratory and lung conditions. As COVID-19, or Coronavirus, continues to spread across the U.S, Oxygen Concentrator Store is doubling down on our mission to help make life easier for individuals in need of oxygen therapy. We’ve compiled research from the Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization to help you better understand COVID-19, how it could affect you, and how to protect your health during these uncertain times.

March 25, 2020July 31, 2023 Scott Ridl

February 2020 Oxygen Concentrator Store Reviews

View a small selection of February 2020 Trustpilot Reviews that we have received from actual customers.

March 6, 2020August 20, 2020 Scott Ridl

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