Evidence for use of the Breather in Dysphagia?

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• Dysphagia

  Expiratory muscle strength is essential for optimal cough and swallows function. Strengthening of the expiratory muscles by regular application of the Breather can alleviate the symptoms of dysphagia by improving cough volume and acceleration, and ...

• Can I use the Breather if I'm on supplemental oxygen?

  You may complete respiratory muscle training (RMT) with THE BREATHER device with your supplemental oxygen in place via nasal cannula on continuous flow. If you do not use it 24-hours per day, you may consider using a pulse oximeter while you do RMT ...

• Can you use this if I have COPD?

  Dyspnea is one of the cardinal symptoms of COPD, leading to exercise intolerance and reduced QOL. Evidence shows that regular RMT- respiratory muscle training, strengthens the respiratory muscles, significantly reducing dyspnea and increasing ...

• Will the Breather help my panic attacks?

  There is evidence to show that a particular breathing regimen can be used to decrease anxiety, panic and stress. RMT serves as a practice to support breathing exercises and help create a strong foundation in your breathing regimen. Please see the ...

• I suffer from asthma. Is it safe to use the Breather?

  Yes, research has shown that respiratory muscle training (RMT) improves respiratory muscle strength. Children and adults suffering from asthma should benefit from using the Breather by being able to clear the airways more efficiently due to increased ...