I know that it is very tempting to imagine the freedom that a portable oxygen concentrator (POC) can give you. Unfortunately, this freedom may come at a very high cost financially and even more importantly, to your health.
*Always check with your doctor first before making any changes to your oxygen dosage.
The need to maintain adequate blood oxygen levels to avoid damaging your Lungs, Heart and Brain is the primary goal for anyone with a Pulmonary condition.
I would like to share some very important information that could save your life!
It would be quite counter productive to go through the trouble of carrying and wearing an oxygen device only to find that you are not getting the safe amount of oxygen that your body needs.
I suggest that patients maintain an SpO2 (Pulse ox level) of 93% or greater at all times. Luckily, your blood oxygen levels can easily be checked by using a Pulse Oximeter!).
Please check with your Medical provider to accurately check your Spo2 levels while using your current oxygen delivery device or if you are trying out a new device (especially Pulse Dose Oxygen) to make sure you are an appropriate candidate. We suggest a simple walking test of 6 minutes while not letting your blood oxygen levels (SpO2) go below 93% to insure you are getting the correct and safe dosage of oxygen. Some people will allow SpO2 levels 90% or greater, but we are a little more conservative.
Important questions to consider before buying a POC
- Is it continuous flow, pulse dose oxygen or both?
- Are you an appropriate candidate for pulse oxygen?
- What are the flow ranges it delivers?
- How many batteries are included?
- How many hours will one battery last?
- How long until I need to replace the battery?
- Which adapters are included: Wall outlet, car, plane?
- Is it FAA approved?
- How heavy is the unit?
Important questions to consider before buying a POC
Is it continuous flow, pulse dose oxygen or both?
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Are you an appropriate candidate for pulse oxygen?
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What are the flow ranges it delivers?
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How many batteries are included?
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How many hours will one battery last?
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How long until I need to replace the battery?
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Which adapters are included: Wall outlet, car, plane?
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Is it FAA approved?
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How heavy is the total unit?
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NOTE: Don’t risk permanently damaging your body from lack of oxygen, for the “convenience” of using a POC!