Device to improve breathing?

[blaze100]

Hi, Has anyone here used one of those plastic mouth piece apparatuses that promise improved breathing in 3-5 days? They come under various names. They promise to strengthen breathing muscles by restricting inhale and exhale during exercise. I've tried yoga for last 5 years and walking too, which has helped, but my breathing is still not the same as before. I would just like to take a big old breath of air like I used to. Anyway, wondering if anyone has tried one of these and if it worked. Thanks. Barb

[cindi o'h]

Hi Barb,

I was just given one with instructions in my pulmonary rehab class. It is called a P-flex. I trust that it does work. I have so much confidence in my pulm. therapist. Also, I was given another device called an Acapella. The purpose of this is to help to loosen and expel secretions.

PFlex

908 Pompton Ave.

Cedar Grove, NJ 07009-1292

Order # 553

Good luck. You may have to have someone show you how to use the device correctly.

Cindi o'h

[Frank Lamb]

Barb,I know what you mean.Sometimes trying to get a great big refreshing whole breath of air is like chasing the Holy Grail or something equally challenging.