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Frequently Asked Questions About Oxygen Concentrators
Many individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who are prescribed oxygen therapy have lots of questions. Many patients already on oxygen therapy are excited to learn about new portable oxygen concentrator technology that can give them freedom to leave their homes and live normally again. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from patients who are prescribed oxygen therapy:
What are the benefits of oxygen therapy?
Numerous studies have shown that COPD patients who use supplemental oxygen live longer and have more active lives than individuals not receiving oxygen. Oxygen therapy is based on the premise that all human cells require sufficient levels of oxygen to function properly. Exercise is often easier for individuals receiving supplemental oxygen because more oxygen is getting to the muscles. Receiving oxygen also helps to reverse the long-term effects of oxygen deficiency on the heart. Oxygen therapy has also been known reduce sleep disruption while also improving concentration and memory levels.
What methods are used to supply home oxygen?
There are 3 types of systems available for the supply of oxygen: Compressed Gas - this is oxygen stored under pressure in a cylinder equipped with a regulator that controls the flow rate. Liquid Oxygen - is oxygen stored as extremely cold liquid in a vessel very much like a thermos. The liquid converts to gas upon release and you breathe it in the same as compressed gas. The third type of home oxygen system is the Oxygen Concentrator. An oxygen concentrator is an electrically powered device that separates oxygen from the room air, concentrates and delivers it at your prescribed rate. This system is less expensive than liquid oxygen and eliminates the need for re-supply of oxygen cylinders.
Do I need a doctor’s prescription to receive oxygen therapy?
Oxygen concentrators are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and a prescription from a physician must be issued to receive oxygen therapy. Your physician will order a blood test to determine what your oxygen level is. The prescription will indicate the flow rate of how much oxygen you need per minute (liters per minute or LPM) and when you need to use oxygen. Many websites will allow you to fax your physician’s prescription for oxygen therapy.
Can I use a portable oxygen concentrator in my car?
Yes, there are newly designed portable oxygen concentrators on the market like the SeQual Eclipse or Inogen One that are perfect for automobile travel. You can use rechargeable batteries or simply plug the unit into the car’s accessory outlet (lighter). The Eclipse or Inogen portable oxygen concentrators can be placed out of the way, behind the front seat, allowing you to travel freely.
Can I take a portable oxygen concentrator on an airplane?
Yes, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved a select group of portable oxygen concentrators for air travel, including the Inogen One and the SeQual Eclipse. Be certain to check with your air carrier first because not all airlines allow portable oxygen concentrators onboard. Check with your airlines website to see if they allow these units and what their requirements are. Most air carriers have a form that must be filled out prior to departure and must include your physician’s prescription.
September 13, 2006
FAA Clears SeQual’s Eclipse Portable Concentrator for Takeoff;
Over one million oxygen patients gain new travel option
SAN DIEGO – SeQual Technologies Inc., which develops oxygen systems known worldwide for their reliability, quality, revolutionary design and economy, announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration has approved their portable Eclipse™ Oxygen System for use aboard commercial airliners.
The Eclipse is the only portable concentrator on the market that provides continuous flow of up to 3 liters of oxygen per minute. Thus the FAA’s approval means that the over 1 million Americans needing continuous flow oxygen therapy now have an all-in-one oxygen concentrator that can be used during travel as well as when they reach their ultimate destination. “For me, the bottom line is now I can travel to Germany to visit my grandkids,” said Trixie Robinson, an oxygen patient in Carlsbad. “Before the Eclipse, I had to arrange for oxygen tanks wherever I was going. Now I just buy a plane ticket and go.” Developed over five years at a cost of $12 million, the Eclipse weighs 17 pounds, has a retractable handle and wheels for mobility, and is about the size of a student’s backpack. It was designed to fit easily under standard airplane seats. Prior to the Eclipse, patients needing continuous flow oxygen were required to make arrangements for the delivery of multiple oxygen cylinders or to ship large stationary concentrators to their destination and pay extra fees for oxygen onboard the airplane. In addition to oxygen patients, oxygen providers also stand to benefit from the FAA decision. “Now, when we have a patient going on a long trip, we just give them an Eclipse,” said Andy Scolnick, Vice President of Seventh Street Medical Supply, Inc., a provider in Feasterville, Pennsylvania. “The Eclipse gives us a simple solution to what used to be a very complicated logistical problem.” The new Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR 106) ruling that allows airline passengers to use their Eclipse onboard becomes effective on September 12, 2006. “This is also good news for the airlines because of the light weight, portability and safety of the Eclipse when compared to cylinders,” said Jim Bixby, SeQual CEO. “The Eclipse runs on battery power and is the only portable concentrator with continuous-flow capability, the standard for long-term oxygen therapy patients. Also, it’s much quieter when compared to other concentrators – an important attribute for travelers.” Vernon Pertelle, a member of the SeQual board who has more than 20 years experience in the field, most recently as corporate director of respiratory care and HME services at Apria Healthcare, said the approval marks a significant step in improving the quality of life for oxygen patients. “They can be un-tethered from old technology and have their therapeutic needs met wherever they go -- from home, to car, to RV, to train or airplane,” said Pertelle. “They now have a portable with both continuous and pulse flow – integral to meeting their needs.”
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