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Vibrating Vests

Posted by harrynsc @harrynsc, Nov 23, 2023

Thinking about getting a vest.
Any comments on Hillrom or Resmed?
Can I run it for an hour while I'm nebulizing?
Noisy?
Thanks,
Harry

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becleartoday | @becleartoday | Nov 25, 2023

I have a SmartVest. I like it because it was recently redesigned, very lightweight and easy to travel with. Also, it only has one hose instead of two. I have found their customer service to be excellent.

Best,
Linda Esposito

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cwal | @cwal | Nov 25, 2023

Wow! Reading these experiences makes you stop and think! Sounds rough! I'm not a small person but I am thin so these stories are good food for thought.

Has anyone tried any type of handheld device and if so, how does that work?

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ncalvan | @ncalvan | Nov 25, 2023

I have an Afflo vest. I, too, am small - 100 lbs. No nasty side effects. I use it when nebulizing and taking my arikayce. Insurance and Medicare paid.

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irenea8 | @irenea8 | Nov 25, 2023

I find the Aerobika is very effective instead. My BMI is too low and my ribs all show so I will not consider a vest. Thank you for sharing the down side of the vest. It must help some people but it is not for everyone.

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dulwich | @dulwich | Nov 25, 2023

Also made my GERD much worse and ineffective for sputum
You can return it and get money back pro rated for how long you had it

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barbfred | @barbfred | Nov 25, 2023
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I do not have a vest and would be interested to hear what others say from their experience for future reference.

I would be interested to know also if anyone uses any type of handheld percussor ?

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I started using a hand held percussor when I had pneumonia and could tell it helped loosen the phlegm in my lungs. I have continued using it for my bronchiectasis/MAC and it does help me.

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cwal | @cwal | Nov 26, 2023
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I started using a hand held percussor when I had pneumonia and could tell it helped loosen the phlegm in my lungs. I have continued using it for my bronchiectasis/MAC and it does help me.

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What is the name of your hand held percussor?

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lilianna | @lilianna | Nov 26, 2023
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I started using a hand held percussor when I had pneumonia and could tell it helped loosen the phlegm in my lungs. I have continued using it for my bronchiectasis/MAC and it does help me.

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hello barbfred, what is a hand held percussor? Thank you

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barbfred | @barbfred | Nov 26, 2023
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What is the name of your hand held percussor?

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It is a Wahl brand handheld deep tissue percussion massager. It is $30 at Walmart or on Amazon.

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