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What Is A Spacer ??

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Astoria, NY
December 24, 2022
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A MyCOPDTeam Member

Hi David, I have trouble using mine because I am too breathless to inhale slowly, any advice would be welcome

December 25, 2022
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Olivia using a spacer does not require slow breathing .

Another suggestion I am trying is extending my exhale .

When you breathe out keep pushing as long as you can , you will find that the period increases thus getting rid of more CO2 which seems to make subsequent pursed lip breathing more effective .

December 25, 2022
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I’m on Advair now and can’t use a spacer. I really need it now😩. But I have it put away for safe keeping

December 25, 2022
A MyCOPDTeam Member

I would not be without my Spacer .

December 24, 2022
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Merry Christmas @A MyCOPDTeam Member and thanks for all your medical advice for those with copd! Hope you have a HAPPY&HEALTHY 2023!! Take care!!

December 24, 2022

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