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There are many respiratory ailments associated with growing older, and among most Indians in urban areas above a certain age, respiratory well-being will be threatened by several factors acting simultaneously: reduced lung function which starts from the thirties and quickens after sixty years of age; chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD or asthma affecting a considerable number of senior citizens; and levels of airborne PM2.5 in Indian cities that regularly surpass recommended safety guidelines. These challenges can be addressed by each of the products from the AGEasy breathing care line: nebulizers to assist with medication administration; a breathing trainer for training lung capacity; a peak flow meter and pulse oximeter for measurement and monitoring; an air quality monitor to keep tabs on the amount of PM2.5 in the environment; an oxygen concentrator for administering home oxygen therapy; and daily-use products such as a steamer, nasal strips, and an N95 face mask to counter congestion and pollution.
FAQs
The compressor nebuliser utilises an air compression system to force fluid medicine through a small opening, thus producing the aerosols that one inhales. This equipment is affordable and widely recommended for daily use at home; however, it is bulky and noisy. The mesh nebuliser produces a very fine mist by using a vibrating membrane perforated by thousands of holes. This process results in almost silent operation and aerosol with particles able to reach the deepest part of the respiratory system. Such equipment is lightweight, portable, and battery-powered. It is a better choice for traveling and use outside home due to silent operation and portability. If you are going to have a daily inhalation routine at home only, the compressor is a better choice.
A breathing trainer helps to develop respiratory muscles by providing additional inspiratory load. As a result, such a trainer trains the respiratory system similar to a gymnasium developing other muscles. Using this device regularly (about 5-10 minutes per day) will help strengthen the muscles involved in respiration and increase tidal volume (the quantity of inspired air). Breathing trainers are widely used in various forms of pulmonary rehabilitation and proved to reduce shortness of breath when performing exercises. At the current price of ₹199, the AGEasy Breathing Trainer becomes the most valuable device for the collection as per its price and efficacy. The trainer is not a medical device but a tool for improving lung capacity. Therefore, it is good for any senior to maintain lung functionality and especially useful for those having diagnosed breathing disorders along with other therapies and physical exercises.
The peak expiratory flow is the maximum speed of breathing out and expressed in litres per minute with the help of peak flow meter. Asthma causes swelling of bronchial tubes resulting in reduced ability of air to flow. This phenomenon happens before the appearance of typical symptoms. By measuring one's PEF regularly (in the morning and evening), patients can monitor their respiratory condition, make necessary adjustments to medication, and detect what environmental factors influence their airways negatively. Thanks to app connectivity, the AGEasy Premium Peak Flow Meter can provide patients with the history of measurements made.
Home oxygen concentrators are required when a senior is diagnosed with chronic hypoxemia (low blood oxygen saturation), usually, in case of COPD, interstitial lung diseases, or serious heart failure. Therefore, the device should not be used for wellness and must be taken according to medical prescription and measurement of SpO2. The AGEasy 5L oxygen concentrator provides the patients with the opportunity to get up to 5 litres of pure oxygen per minute from ambient air without having to deal with oxygen cylinders.
If your parent requires nebulisation at home and follows a daily treatment plan, then the best device for such purposes will be the Compressor Nebulizer With Compartment that costs ₹1,399. It is simple to use, reliable, and includes compartments for keeping all the parts of the device in an organised way. If your parents need to take medicine when travelling or if the noise produced by the compressor bothers them, the Portable Mesh Nebulizer will be a better option. The Premium Nebulizer with HEPA Filter will be better if the senior experiences frequent allergic reactions and lives in an area with high pollution.
In the case of India, PM2.5 is air pollutants that do not exceed 2.5 micrometres. These particles penetrate deep into the lungs, damaging them and entering the bloodstream. Indoor PM2.5 often exceeds WHO standards because of cooking smoke, incense, and air infiltration. Thus, if a senior suffers from asthma, COPD, or other respiratory problems, it is helpful for them to know their indoor PM2.5 concentration. It will allow them to avoid doing things leading to increased PM2.5 level and will help to keep air clean in their living space.
Yes, but the sequence is important. You should first use a nebuliser to administer a bronchodilator drug to widen bronchi. After that, using a breathing trainer will help in working with opened airways.
These devices should not be here as they are not connected to the field of interest of this collection. We have marked this issue in the table above. Thus, these health monitoring devices should be moved to another collection, specifically created for them. You can look through all BP monitors and CGMs in the card table above.
Physiologically speaking, home oxygen therapy is prescribed by physicians who evaluate whether a patient really has chronic hypoxemia and whether this condition is accompanied by respiratory issues. In addition, self-administration of oxygen without medical prescriptions may be harmful for certain groups of patients. However, this device may be acquired without a prescription. But the use of oxygen therapy without doctors' recommendations is not recommended.
Continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGM) are most helpful for seniors requiring regular glucose monitoring, e.g., those taking insulin, experiencing hypoglycaemia, or requiring continuous measurements as per their physician's orders. In the case of stable blood glucose levels in people having Type 2 diabetes, a classic blood glucose meter would be a good choice. However, CGM would be more beneficial for those requiring continuous monitoring. Consult your endocrinologist on whether your patient requires CGM.
