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Are both flutter valve and nebulizer necessary?

MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Aug 11 7:17pm | Replies (29)

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Common "flutter" choices with link to manufacturers site below. Aerobika seems to be the most preferred/commonly one used. Probably because NJH started recommending it a few years ago.

It's really personal preference, trial and error. Until recently, I used aerobika during 7% saline neb. Now I don't use a flutter device at all. I neb hypertonic saline directly into lungs per Dr. McShane's recent talk. I do not miss the flutter and it's one less item to clean/sterilize. Fortunately, I can get the gunk out through autogenic drainage and ACB (active cycle of breathing.)

PARI O-Pep
https://www.pari.com/us/products/airway-clearance-devices/pari-o-pep-us/
Acapella Choice
https://www.icumed.com/products/airway-management/respiratory/bronchial-hygiene/acapella/
Aerobika
https://www.monaghanmed.com/product/aerobika-opep-device/

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Most people DO need to use the flutter and are recommended to do so. In my case it is the only thing that works after 30 + minutes of saline. The Aerobika was found to be more effective in at least one study I read. I have found it way more effective than the Acapella.

Thank you for the information!