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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Jan 11 2:31pm | Replies (34)

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@wsbme74 Thanks for your helpful post about the aerobika. I wondered how a bunch of plastic parts could wear out in 6-12 months. When I meet with the RT I'll be sure to bring mine along for evaluation. Maybe they can show me how to tell if it's worn out. I certainly can feel the difference between the old and new one, as the old one feels beaten up a bit.

Good tip on the manometer, which might serve as a motivator when using aerobika/nebulizer/compressor.

Did your RT friend say how often to replace the tubing? I've read anywhere from 1 month to 6 months.

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Hi. So many things to learn and realize we didn't know! I only happened to meet with one respiratory therapist who looked inside my Aerobika to decipher the level of wear and tear, otherwise I would not have had a clue!
I will ask the RT I know about tubing. I have seen the same numbers as you have seen - anywhere from 1-6 months, the most common being 6 months.