Your Whole Health: Lincare Learning Center

Explore the proper use and comfort tips when using nasal cannulas during oxygen therapy.

Explore PAP masks designed specifically for women. These masks feature smaller sizes, feminine designs, and comfortable materials for a restful night's sleep.

Gain an understanding of the importance of concentrator checks for your equipment and what to expect during your next visit.

Are you or someone you know undergoing oxygen therapy? While this form of treatment can greatly benefit those with respiratory issues, it can also cause discomfort due to dryness in the nose, mouth, and throat. However, with a few simple measures, you can make your oxygen therapy experience more comfortable and less irritating.

Our lungs are incredible organs that have a vital role in our respiratory system. They allow us to breathe in oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide, enabling our bodies to function properly. Understanding how our lungs work and how to care for them is essential for maintaining good respiratory health. In this blog, we will dive deeper into the intricacies of the lungs and provide some tips on keeping them healthy.

Oxygen Concentrators are medical devices that may be rented or sold and require a valid prescription1. Whether you are a medical professional or someone in need of supplemental oxygen, it is important to understand the basics of oxygen concentrator equipment. Here we will provide a beginner's guide to the oxygen concentrator.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. It includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD affects approximately 16 million Americans.1 It is essential to understand the different stages of COPD to identify the disease progression, manage symptoms effectively, and receive appropriate care.

Lincare provides travel assistance with your oxygen as one of our essential services to our existing oxygen patients. To travel safely with portable oxygen or to ensure a stationary unit is available at your long-term destination, it's important to coordinate with your local center to plan your travel arrangements. We will assist you in coordinating with local Centers along your travel route.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common but serious disorder characterized by interrupted breathing during sleep, leading to low oxygen levels in the blood.

Oxygen Therapy presents an effective treatment option that can help relieve and manage symptoms, and make meaningful contributions in the lives of individuals with symptoms of various respiratory conditions - both acute and chronic, requiring oxygen therapy on either long or short-term basis.

There is no question that living with congestive heart failure can be challenging. Your heart must work harder to pump more efficiently and prevents your body from circulating the proper oxygen and nutrients needed to remain healthy.

Communication is key to closing the gap between healthcare providers and patients.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory disease that blocks airflow in your lungs. It makes breathing difficult and can prevent your body from getting the oxygen it needs. 

The symptoms of COPD are usually constant and can slowly progress over many years. Learn about the common symptoms and risk factors of COPD.

Because it can be difficult to cough up mucus—especially with a weakened cough reflex—it is important to drink enough fluids to keep your mucus thin and loose. Check with your practitioner to determine how much fluid you should drink daily to keep your cough effective.

A simple cough during your day hardly warrants a second thought but coughing up blood with mucus should give you pause. It can be a frightening experience, especially if it has never happened to you before.

Staying healthy is more important than ever for patients with chronic lung diseases. Some every day rules to help you stay healthy and minimize the risk of exposure to viruses and infections include washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, sanitizing between washes, quit smoking, caring for your teeth and gums, avoiding germs, and considering vaccinations like the flu shots. There are even more considerations you may not have thought of to help you stay healthy.

In today's world, undergoing oxygen therapy doesn't mean remaining housebound. With a range of portable oxygen treatment devices now available, you can carry your supply with you wherever you go, including in the air. 

Home oxygen therapy is an effective therapy option for a variety of chronic respiratory conditions.

Few things can interrupt your health as much as insufficient oxygen levels. Every cell in your body requires it, and many different issues can make it difficult for you to breathe and circulate enough oxygen.

Receiving a respiratory disease diagnosis can be life-changing. These conditions are common and often debilitating to those who suffer from them. Fortunately, oxygen therapy is an effective treatment option that can help control the symptoms of respiratory illness.

Continue reading to learn more about oxygen therapy, including how it works, who may benefit from it, and best practices for treatment.

Keeping your COPD under control requires ongoing effort. Fortunately, there are several effective ways to manage it.