While using THE BREATHER for Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT), you should breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. It is important that you do not breathe through the nose during training, as breathing through the mouth allows for easier airflow and more effective muscle strengthening. We don't advise stopping nose breathing altogether-in fact, strengthening the diaphragm and respiratory muscles using THE BREATHER enhances the effectiveness of nose breathing. Please watch PN Medical’s video here on how to properly use the device. www.pnmedical.com/breather/?wvideo=z4xdhzra66 You can also watch PN Medical’s video below for more information. support.pnmedical.com/portal/en/kb/articles/isn-t-nasal-breathing-preferred-30-9-2022?wvideo=0hwh3b554c Thank you, The AliMed Team
The intended use of THE BREATHER is to breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. To use this device effectively, it is important that you do not nose-breathe during the training. AliMed does not currently offer any products intended to strengthen nose breathing. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our customer service team and they will be happy for provide you with more information. Thank you, The AliMed Team
You should inhale deeply and forcefully for 2-3 seconds; slight pause (1 second); then exhale forcefully for 2-3 seconds with a moderate (60-70%) effort. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Respiratory Muscle Training is a safe, highly adherable lifestyle intervention for improving blood pressure and endothelial function in midlife/older adults with above‐normal initial systolic blood pressure. The manufacturer completed a study in 2021 that confirmed there had been reduced blood pressure by 2% and improved circulation (artery diameter) but 45% after 6 weeks of regular RMT in post-menopausal women. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Chest pain is not a typical side effect of using the Breather properly. There can be many reasons for chest pain and a physician should be consulted prior to using the Breather. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Many people with chronic bronchitis or Bronchiectasis use THE BREATHER to strengthen their respiratory muscles, which helps clear mucus more effectively through improved coughing. Exhaling against resistance also helps mobilize mucus in the airways, making them easier to clear. When training with THE BREATHER, patients report reduced medication and oxygen use for emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Check out patient testimonials on Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) and chronic bronchitis at www.pnmedical.com/user-stories/, or learn more at support.pnmedical.com/portal/en/kb/articles/what-are-the-benefits-of-respiratory-muscle-training-for-those-with-lung-disease. You may also find the Huff Cough Maneuver beneficial for clearing mucus effectively: www.pnmedical.com/lessons/huff-cough-maneuver/?wvideo=k49u4djs2m Thank you, The AliMed Team
The intended use of THE BREATHER is to breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. To use this device effectively, it is important that you do not nose-breathe during the training. AliMed does not currently offer any products intended to strengthen nose breathing. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our customer service team and they will be happy for provide you with more information. Thank you, The AliMed Team
So when breathing in and out, Is is beath as much as you can in and as much as you can when breathing out? I want sure I'm doing this correctly amd thankyou so much for you kindness
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
You should inhale deeply and forcefully for 2-3 seconds; slight pause (1 second); then exhale forcefully for 2-3 seconds with a moderate (60-70%) effort. Thank you, The AliMed Team
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Inhalation and active exhalation utilize distinct muscles and muscle groups. Inspiratory and expiratory muscle groups respond differently to training, with different maximum capacities (which are reflected by the differences between MIP (maximum inspiratory pressure) and MEP (maximum expiratory pressure). The distinct intensity settings on the Breather for inhale and exhale were adapted for optimal training of both muscle groups. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Using the Breather promotes diaphragmatic breathing and strengthens all respiratory muscles. Breathing through the mouth is more effective during these exercises, however strengthening the diaphragm by using the Breather will make breathing through the nose more effective. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
How fast is the inhale? And how fast is the exhale? I tend to breath very very slowly but it feels strange with the breather. Maybe I breath too fully? I guess I don't have to breath all the air in that is possible. Would it be better to do short inahles wonly breathing to 50% capacity?
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
No, the two dials do not need to be set to the same number. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. Adjust each dial accordingly to ensure that you are exerting moderate effort with each inhale and exhale. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
i have just bought one of these and i dont get much sound at all breathing in and just my breath sound breathing out. Sounds nothing like the video so wondering if its broken.
To ensure that there is no saliva or debris stuck inside THE BREATHER, clean with warm, soapy water, rinse off well, shake off excess water, and air dry on a clean paper towel. If this does not fix the problem, ensure that the silicone diaphragm is engaged. To do this, exert a moderate level (60%-70% of max effort) of effort on both inhale and exhale. You should hear strong wind sounds and feel the resistance when breathing in and out through the device. We have a video on how to properly clean THE BREATHER here: ruclips.net/video/PE6ew5rRfwc/видео.html If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Complete two sets of ten reps daily. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Respiratory muscle training (RMT) promotes diaphragmatic breathing. This is done by contracting the diaphragm, a muscle located horizontally between the thoracic cavity and the abdominal cavity. RMT improves exercise-limiting shortness of breath and delays time to fatigue in healthy people and athletes. RMT enhances performance by improving respiratory muscle endurance, maximal sustainable ventilatory capacity (MSVC), and maximal voluntary ventilation (MVV). If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
THE BREATHER is made to rebuild and strengthen muscles of inhalation and exhalation. More information on this product can be found here: www.alimed.com/the-breather.html?pid=170289. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). It is recommended to complete two sets of ten reps daily. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. Adjust each dial accordingly to ensure that you are exerting moderate effort with each inhale and exhale. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
You can purchase THE BREATHER here: www.alimed.com/the-breather.html If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
Yes- note that inhale and exhale settings should always be determined independently of each other, as the muscle groups for inhaling and exhaling gain strength at different speeds. Here are some links that may help you determine what settings to use and find a training plan that works for you: HOW TO CHOOSE A TRAINING PLAN - The Breather - PN Medical (www.pnmedical.com/lessons/choose-training-plan-the-breather/?wvideo=hjmpa005uc) IN THE ZONE effort - PN Medical (www.pnmedical.com/lessons/in-the-zone-effort/?wvideo=7cv53o9e9l) Thank you, The AliMed Team
Would this help with vocal cord polyps issue and losing my voice? I was told I need to learn how to breathe properly and not exert my voice as I exhale?
The Breather will not directly impact vocal cord polyps, however it will help with increasing respiratory muscle strength impacting breath support and coordination for speech production and phrasing. If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you! Thank you, The AliMed Team
I was always told to breath through your nose and breath out of your mouth
While using THE BREATHER for Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT), you should breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. It is important that you do not breathe through the nose during training, as breathing through the mouth allows for easier airflow and more effective muscle strengthening. We don't advise stopping nose breathing altogether-in fact, strengthening the diaphragm and respiratory muscles using THE BREATHER enhances the effectiveness of nose breathing.
Please watch PN Medical’s video here on how to properly use the device.
www.pnmedical.com/breather/?wvideo=z4xdhzra66
You can also watch PN Medical’s video below for more information.
support.pnmedical.com/portal/en/kb/articles/isn-t-nasal-breathing-preferred-30-9-2022?wvideo=0hwh3b554c
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
question... so when breathing are we only using mouth breathing or is nose breathing also involved in the mix ?
The intended use of THE BREATHER is to breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. To use this device effectively, it is important that you do not nose-breathe during the training. AliMed does not currently offer any products intended to strengthen nose breathing.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our customer service team and they will be happy for provide you with more information.
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
I am coronic Patient of short breathing from Pakistan. I want to use the breather . What can do please . Rasheed Mustafa Qureshi Pakistan.
You should inhale deeply and forcefully for 2-3 seconds; slight pause (1 second); then exhale forcefully for 2-3 seconds with a moderate (60-70%) effort.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Can this device help with reducing my Hypertension or lower my blood pressure?
Respiratory Muscle Training is a safe, highly adherable lifestyle intervention for improving blood pressure and endothelial function in midlife/older adults with above‐normal initial systolic blood pressure. The manufacturer completed a study in 2021 that confirmed there had been reduced blood pressure by 2% and improved circulation (artery diameter) but 45% after 6 weeks of regular RMT in post-menopausal women.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Is chest pain Normal for this ? After doing reps ?
Chest pain is not a typical side effect of using the Breather properly. There can be many reasons for chest pain and a physician should be consulted prior to using the Breather.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Excellent and crips insights, you made my day, Thank you so much, God Bless!!!
Can be use bronchitis patient? For sputum cough up purpose?
Many people with chronic bronchitis or Bronchiectasis use THE BREATHER to strengthen their respiratory muscles, which helps clear mucus more effectively through improved coughing. Exhaling against resistance also helps mobilize mucus in the airways, making them easier to clear. When training with THE BREATHER, patients report reduced medication and oxygen use for emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Check out patient testimonials on Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) and chronic bronchitis at www.pnmedical.com/user-stories/, or learn more at support.pnmedical.com/portal/en/kb/articles/what-are-the-benefits-of-respiratory-muscle-training-for-those-with-lung-disease.
You may also find the Huff Cough Maneuver beneficial for clearing mucus effectively: www.pnmedical.com/lessons/huff-cough-maneuver/?wvideo=k49u4djs2m
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Is there a device we can use to strengthen nose breathing
The intended use of THE BREATHER is to breathe in and breathe out through the mouthpiece. To use this device effectively, it is important that you do not nose-breathe during the training. AliMed does not currently offer any products intended to strengthen nose breathing.
If you have any additional questions, please reach out to our customer service team and they will be happy for provide you with more information.
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
So when breathing in and out, Is is beath as much as you can in and as much as you can when breathing out? I want sure I'm doing this correctly amd thankyou so much for you kindness
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
In the breather device settings of 2 both inhale and exhale how long should i take inhalation and exhalation count while breathing
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
@@AliMedInc Inhalation and exhalation timing in normal breathing exercises I do 4 secs Inhale and 8 secs exhale in this device is timing ?
You should inhale deeply and forcefully for 2-3 seconds; slight pause (1 second); then exhale forcefully for 2-3 seconds with a moderate (60-70%) effort.
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Hi, how many sessions should I do before I move it up to the next level?
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
why does the breather have 6 for the highest inhale setting but 5 for the highest exhale setting?
Inhalation and active exhalation utilize distinct muscles and muscle groups. Inspiratory and expiratory muscle groups respond differently to training, with different maximum capacities (which are reflected by the differences between MIP (maximum inspiratory pressure) and MEP (maximum expiratory pressure). The distinct intensity settings on the Breather for inhale and exhale were adapted for optimal training of both muscle groups.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Does regular use of this method train us to use our mouth for breathing as opposed to breathing through our nose?
Using the Breather promotes diaphragmatic breathing and strengthens all respiratory muscles. Breathing through the mouth is more effective during these exercises, however strengthening the diaphragm by using the Breather will make breathing through the nose more effective.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
How fast is the inhale? And how fast is the exhale? I tend to breath very very slowly but it feels strange with the breather. Maybe I breath too fully? I guess I don't have to breath all the air in that is possible. Would it be better to do short inahles wonly breathing to 50% capacity?
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Repeat. Two sets of reps make up one session. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
@@AliMedInc Thank you very much
Should the inhale and exhale dials be set at the same number?
No, the two dials do not need to be set to the same number. You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. Adjust each dial accordingly to ensure that you are exerting moderate effort with each inhale and exhale.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
i have just bought one of these and i dont get much sound at all breathing in and just my breath sound breathing out. Sounds nothing like the video so wondering if its broken.
To ensure that there is no saliva or debris stuck inside THE BREATHER, clean with warm, soapy water, rinse off well, shake off excess water, and air dry on a clean paper towel. If this does not fix the problem, ensure that the silicone diaphragm is engaged. To do this, exert a moderate level (60%-70% of max effort) of effort on both inhale and exhale. You should hear strong wind sounds and feel the resistance when breathing in and out through the device.
We have a video on how to properly clean THE BREATHER here: ruclips.net/video/PE6ew5rRfwc/видео.html
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
I have seen other ones. How did you determine this is the best one for you? Just curious.
Thank you so much, this is exactly what I was looking for (how many times one exercise).
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). Complete two sets of ten reps daily.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Thanks a lot
Should I inhale with my diaphragm or with the chest?
Respiratory muscle training (RMT) promotes diaphragmatic breathing. This is done by contracting the diaphragm, a muscle located horizontally between the thoracic cavity and the abdominal cavity. RMT improves exercise-limiting shortness of breath and delays time to fatigue in healthy people and athletes. RMT enhances performance by improving respiratory muscle endurance, maximal sustainable ventilatory capacity (MSVC), and maximal voluntary ventilation (MVV).
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
@@AliMedInc Thank you🙂
What is thus device used for?
THE BREATHER is made to rebuild and strengthen muscles of inhalation and exhalation. More information on this product can be found here: www.alimed.com/the-breather.html?pid=170289.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Can you do it more than 2 times a day?
To begin, complete ten reps (ten inhales and exhales) at the lowest setting (setting #1 on both the inhale and exhale dials). It is recommended to complete two sets of ten reps daily.
You’ll know when you’re using the appropriate setting when moderate effort (60-70% of max effort) is required to complete two reps - you may notice heavy breathing or being limited to speaking one-two sentences immediately following the exercise. Adjust each dial accordingly to ensure that you are exerting moderate effort with each inhale and exhale.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
How do I get the breather?
You can purchase THE BREATHER here: www.alimed.com/the-breather.html
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Do the inhale and exhale valves have to be set at the number during the exercise?
Yes- note that inhale and exhale settings should always be determined independently of each other, as the muscle groups for inhaling and exhaling gain strength at different speeds. Here are some links that may help you determine what settings to use and find a training plan that works for you:
HOW TO CHOOSE A TRAINING PLAN - The Breather - PN Medical (www.pnmedical.com/lessons/choose-training-plan-the-breather/?wvideo=hjmpa005uc)
IN THE ZONE effort - PN Medical (www.pnmedical.com/lessons/in-the-zone-effort/?wvideo=7cv53o9e9l)
Thank you,
The AliMed Team
Would this help with vocal cord polyps issue and losing my voice? I was told I need to learn how to breathe properly and not exert my voice as I exhale?
The Breather will not directly impact vocal cord polyps, however it will help with increasing respiratory muscle strength impacting breath support and coordination for speech production and phrasing.
If you have any other questions please feel free to reach out to our customer service team and someone will be happy to assist you!
Thank you,
The AliMed Team