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Why did my pulmonary specialist tell me physical therapy will not help? Have heard of pulmonary rehab. Who does it help?
Have COPD. Was told I have 35% capacity. Last visit my "at rest" oxygen level was the in the high 80's with and without the helios. After 6 minute walk without the helios tank, level went down to low 70's.
This week it seems the oxygen is not helping when I walk for more than 2 minutes. I knock the tube out at night and wake up extremely tired.
I was a heavy smoker but still have 3 cigarettes a day (even on Chantix).
Why did my pulmonary specialist tell me physical therapy will not help? Have heard of pulmonary rehab. Who does it help?
Have COPD. Was told I have 35% capacity. Last visit my "at rest" oxygen level was the in the high 80's with and without the helios. After 6 minute walk without the helios tank, level went down to low 70's.
This week it seems the oxygen is not helping when I walk for more than 2 minutes. I knock the tube out at night and wake up extremely tired.
I was a heavy smoker but still have 3 cigarettes a day (even on Chantix).
Mon, 27 Nov 2017
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
No, this is not true.
Pulmonary rehabilitation should be started in all COPD patients.
So you should definitely consult rehabilitation center and start rehab.
Smoking cessation is the most important step in treating COPD.
Even 3 cigarettes in a day is dengerous. So quit smoking as soon as possible.
Oxygen supplement especially at night is very helpful. So continue oxygen at night during sleep.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
No, this is not true.
Pulmonary rehabilitation should be started in all COPD patients.
So you should definitely consult rehabilitation center and start rehab.
Smoking cessation is the most important step in treating COPD.
Even 3 cigarettes in a day is dengerous. So quit smoking as soon as possible.
Oxygen supplement especially at night is very helpful. So continue oxygen at night during sleep.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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