Oxygen Therapy Device

OXYGEN THERAPY DEVICE

Oxygen therapy device is a medical equipment which provides extra oxygen to the patients who have difficulty in getting oxygen on their own. This device takes regular air and store the oxygen for the patient to breath in.

oxygen delivery devices are used by people having lung disease like COPD, pneumonia and other conditions that causes low oxygen levels in blood. Extra oxygen helps them to breathe better and keep the vital organ supplied with the amount of oxygen they needed.

TYPES OF OXYGEN THERAPY DEVICES:

There is different type of oxygen therapy delivery devices mentioned below

Oxygen Concentrators

It pull air in and remove other gasses;it gives higher oxygen concentration.

Oxygen Cylinders

It store compressed gases and used by releasing through a tube.

Liquid oxygen devices

It contains oxygen in liquid form which can turns into breathable gas.

Oxygen conserving devices

It only provide the oxygen when patient inhales, saving the oxygen supply.

COMPONENTS AND FEATURES OF OXYGEN DEVICES:

Oxygen Source

• Oxygen concentration pull in regular air and remove gases like nitrogen, delivering higher oxygen concentration levels.
• Oxygen cylinders are portable tanks consist of compressed oxygen gas.
• Liquid oxygen system store oxygen in liquid form which converted to a gas when released.

Delivery System

• Nasal cannulas are small tubes which go inside the nostril to deliver oxygen directly to nose and mouth.
• Oxygen mask fit on nose and mouth and have attached oxygen supply tube.
• Tube is used to connect the oxygen source to the patient through nasal cannula or mask.

Flow meters and regulators

• Flow meter measures and adjust flow of oxygen for each patient as per prescribed by doctor.
• Regulators control the release of oxygen from cylinder or liquid system at proper rate and pressure.

Oxygen purity indicators

• These monitors continuously check concentration or purity of the oxygen delivered.

Battery Life and Charging

• For portable oxygen concentrators, rechargeable battery life is important.

HOW OXYGEN THERAPY DEVICE WORKS:

Main purpose of an oxygen therapy delivery devices is to provide extra oxygen to people who have difficulty in breathing.

For most oxygen therapy machine, process starts from taking regular air from surroundings. This air contains 21% oxygen mixed with other gases like nitrogen. Different devices used to increase the concentration of oxygen.

• Oxygen concentrators filter out nitrogen gas, leaving oxygen air supply of 90-95% pure oxygen.
• Compressed oxygen cylinder contains just the oxygen gas stored at high pressure.
• Liquid oxygen provides liquid in gas form for patient to breath.

Once the device produced concentrated oxygen, then next it needs to deliver the patient through a delivery system like:

• Nasal Cannulas – Small tubes that go into nostril.
• Face mask that covers both Mouth and Nose.
• Tube that connects the oxygen source to the cannula/ mask.

Oxygen flow from oxygen therapy machine through this tube, at a controlled rate set by flow meter or regular knob. It allows adjusting the oxygen flow prescribed for each patient.

As the patient breath through their nose or mouth, this extra concentrated oxygen goes into their lungs, which increase blood oxygen levels. This help lungs to take enough oxygen.

MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF OXYGEN EQUIPMENT:

• Cleaning and disinfection procedures –Oxygen device components like tube and mask need to be regularly clean and disinfected. It prevents spreading of germs and infection. Manufacturers provide specific instructions for cleaning.
• Filter replacement and routine maintenance – Oxygen concentrators have air filter that required periodic replacement once get dirty. Other components also need schedule maintenance like changing valves or checking for the leaks.
• Oxygen Supply Management – For compressed gas cylinder and liquid oxygen system, monitoring of oxygen supply level is crucial. Patient need to track usage rates before it run out. Need to follow safe handling, storage and refilling procedure.

BENEFITS OF OXYGEN THERAPY:

Increased Oxygen Levels

The main benefit of Oxygen therapy device is to raise the levels of oxygen in blood, for the people who have difficulty in breathing.

Reduced shortness of Breath

When oxygen levels is low, it causes breathing difficulty. oxygen delivery devices help relieve in this symptom, helping patient to breath more easily.

Improved Sleep and Energy

Low oxygen level led to fatigue, tiredness and poor sleep quality. With oxygen supplementation patients feel more energetic.

Better Exercise and Tolerance

With the help of enough oxygen, physical activities and exercise get easier. As it increases the ability to stay active.

Prevents Organ Damage

When oxygen level gets too low then there might be chances of damage vital organs like heart and brain. oxygen therapy machine helps to protect organ against injury.

Quality Of Life

Overall oxygen therapy delivery deviceshelp patient with chronic lung disease to feel better and active.

COST OF OXYGEN THERAPY:

Oxygen therapy is quite expensive when used long-term at home. Cost may vary depending the type of equipment used.

Oxygen Concentrators

• Basic home oxygen concentrator, cost around Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 60,000.
• Renting a concentrator typically charge Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 8000 per month.
• Portable oxygen concentrator for travel cost around Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,50,000.

Oxygen Cylinders

• Oxygen Cylinder with regulator cost Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000.
• Refilling oxygen cylinder cost around Rs. 200 to Rs.600 per refill.
• Cylinder refills on rental model cost for Rs. 800 to Rs. 1,500 per month.

Liquid Oxygen

• Liquid oxygen system cost for Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 80,000.
• Liquid oxygen refills cost around Rs. 150 to Rs. 300 per litre.

In addition, cost of accessories will be

• Nasal Cannulas- Rs.50 to Rs.200 each
• Tubing – Rs.100 to Rs.500

BRAND:

Philips Respironocs

It is one of the biggest names in oxygen therapy. It makes devices like Simply go and Everflo oxygen concentrators for home as well as portable units like the SimplyGo mini.

Inogen

This brand is known for their small, lightweight portable oxygen concentrators designed to use outside the home. Its popular models are Inogen One G5 and G3.

Caire

it offers a variety of oxygen delivery deviceslike Freestyle portable, Freestyle comfort, and liquid oxygen equipment.

DeVilbiss Healthcare

This brand makes oxygen concentrators such as 5-litre and 10 litres for clinic or home use.

Inova Labs

This brand is specialized in portable, wearable oxygen concentrators and ambulatory oxygen therapy during activities. Example is LifechoiceActivox.

OxySure

It makes compact, user friendly portable oxygen therapy systems like the OxySure model 615 machine designed for emergency oxygen needs.

CHOS (India)

It is an Indian manufacturer popular for affordable home oxygen concentrator. They develop models like OXY-PLANT series as well as oxygen cylinder.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Q. What are the different types of oxygen therapy machines?

Ans. Main types are oxygen concentrators, compressed oxygen cylinders and liuid oxygen system.

Q. How do oxygen concentration work?

Ans. It take in regular air and filter out nitrogen and other gases, delivering a concentrated stream of 90-95% pure oxygen.

Q. How long does oxygen cylinder tank lasts?

Ans. It depends on tank size and the flow of oxygen. But mostly it last between 2-8 hours.

Q. Are portable oxygen concentrators allowed on airplanes?

Ans. Most airline follow FAA approved portable oxygen concentrators on board after meeting certain requirements.

Q. What are the advantages of liquid oxygen systems?

Ans. Liquid oxygen is very compact and provide long lasting oxygen supply.

Q. Can Oxygen therapy cause any side effects?

Ans. Potential side effects include dry/bleeding nose and fatigue.