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

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• Any success with using the Breather to improve swallow function?

  There is good indication that the Breather should improve swallowing, as it trains both inspiratory and expiratory muscles. Scientific evidence has shown that improvements in expiratory muscle strength correlate with improved swallowing function in ...

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  I would expect that the tear should be repaired and allowed to completely heal prior to introducing The Breather. The Device Dial Pressures document can be helpful to discuss pressures generated during RMT with the Breather for physician clearance to ...

• Can people with voice impairments use the Breather?

  Many voice disorders are connected to abnormal respiratory functions.Strengthening the respiratory system and its associated musculature can support speech therapy by improving the ability for correct speech breathing. Respiratory muscle training ...