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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Jan 19 8:01pm | Replies (70)
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@kathyhg

I just watched that video on expand-a-lung and read the accompanying information on aerobika, nebulizer, etc.

I have a couple of questions based on what I read and hoping others might be able to share their experience:

Has anyone tried the expand-a-lung and, if so, have you found it helpful?
Does anyone use the aerobika with the nebulizer? Or is it more effective to use it before and after nebulizing?

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judyhodgern | @judyhodgern | Mar 12, 2021

Hi Kathy I have had NTM for about 2 1/2 years and I Use 7% Saline with the
nebulizer and the aerobika at same time 15 minutes. It’s been very
effective for me. I do it one time a day because I don’t have a lot of
loose congestion in my chest and from what I read one time a day is good.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Mar 12, 2021

I haven't tried expand-a-lung, but I do my own version with belly-breathing exercises several times a day.
I use both a neb & the Aerobika, but after trying them together, I find I get better results from the saline neb plus huff coughing, then add the Aerobika afterward if I still feel tight or have more mucus. If using both, the Aerobika is definitely more effective after for me.
I will say, your results may vary, and it may change from day to day.
For example, now that the snow is gone & allergens are in the air, I will switch from my rescue inhaler to a levalbuterol neb in the AM, followed by saline. I will add more puffs of the inhaler, or more nebs, as conditions warrant. I have also found that wearing a mask in windy conditions (dusty or not) actually helps when I walk - apparently more controlled airflow is better for me than gusts - who knew?
Sue

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