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@kllevinson @crystalena The Air Physio is a handheld OPEP device (Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure) . You breathe in through the mouth piece and it adds resistance when you exhale which loosens the mucus and helps to cough it up. I prefer the Aerobika which is a different brand because it has an adjustment for the amount of resistance you need. Also because I can attach it to my nebulizer and neb my 7% saline while using the Aerobika. Disinfecting equipment is very important too so I like that I can put the aerobika in a baby bottle sterilizer at the end of the day or boil if you don't have a sterilizer.

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Thank you for the explanation . ❤️ . Sounds like something I might need . I can’t seem to move phlegm any more . Guaifenesin time release isn’t doing much. I have to think there is more phlegm than I’m bringing up . Thank you again for your answer . Blessed Be, Crystalina