What I do is always keep a new Aerobika on hand. Monaghan Medical tested the Aerobika for FDA approval for one year of use. That said, if you’re rotating between multiple devices, you might be able to get several extra months out of each one.

To check whether an older device is still working well, I compare it to a new one. Like Sue mentioned, see if the vibration still feels the same across different resistance settings. If you have an Aerobika with the little gauge called a manometer, you can use it to test whether you’re blowing within the green zone—and whether it feels and sounds the same on the old device as it does on the new one.

If you’re using a device like an AirPhysio, it can be a little more challenging. These devices typically can’t withstand high heat methods like boiling or baby bottle steam sterilizers, so proper cleaning while preserving function takes extra care.

Happy Sunday,
Linda Esposito