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Hello Helen. I was bringing up clear sputem before using the aerobike. Ever since I started using the Aerobika; nothing comes up. I think it may be coincidental though. At any rate, I do like how it vibrates my airways; it's like getting a lung massage. I just wish the sputem would come out.
Helen, you have to huff hard through the device to get it to flutter. You take a deep breath in, hold a few seconds and then HUFF, or blow hard on the exhale. You should hear and feel the vibration.
Hi Helen,
Aerobika does help if you use it the right way. Watch YouTube demonstrations. I’m using it now as I write to you, hooked up to my nebulizer cup so I can do both at the same time. My doctor showed me how to connect them. Also a YouTube to show that. National Jewish Dr feels strongly you need Aerobika along with nebulizing 7% saline twice a day. Think of it as your job is Airway Clearance. Good luck.
Linda