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I have AffloVest, which caused one sided rib pain after about 2 weeks use. Before the onset of pain, I thought it was somewhat useful. It's in mothballs now. Recently, I've thought about trying it again now that I am on Brinsupri and I experience less congestion/inflammation. I have much less mucus now so not sure how useful the vest would be. Between huff coughing and aerobika I seem to be able to expel what I need to feel clear.
@lsm1936, Would it be possible to say more about how the SmartVest is not working as expected. What were your expectations?
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Hi
I have the Afflovest too. I am 5 ‘ and it hits places in my spine where I have osteoarthritis.
I stopped using it and it’s a result of reading these discussions. I emailed Afflo.
They buy them the best in the exchange once during the five year commitment, asked for my serial number and said they would refer me to the DME who supplied it.
They called yesterday and asked me for my measurements. Initially, they asked only for my chest waist, length , but I mentioned the length is the real issue so send for additional measurements. Height etc.
A new one will be sent out.
Maybe this will help you.
Good luck
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I don't have any vest right now. The SmartVest was mentioned to me by someone who just happens to be an RN. I sent the request to my pulomologist's nurse who came back with 3 recommendations and SV was not mentioned but 3 others were (Monarch Vest, The Vest Apex and AffLoVest). Am going to give Monarch Vest a try. Will report back. The weight of the unit may be a problem - says up to 13 lbs!! It will be fitted, thank God,
as I weigh 104 lbs, 5/1" tall and am nearing 90 yrs old.