Spacers
Respiratory Care - Spacers
Individuals with asthma, COPD or other respiratory conditions often require inhaler medications to manage their conditions. Using an inhaler effectively requires a certain level of coordination and dexterity, as it requires the user to synchronise pressing down on the inhaler while simultaneously breathing in deeply. This may be difficult for some people, particularly young children, the elderly or those with conditions that affect their coordination, motor skills or hand strength.
Better Care Market offers spacers to make inhalers easier to use, which are also suitable for children and infants. Spacers are simple to use devices which attach to the inhaler. The spacer acts as a holding chamber for the medication through normal breathing. The spacer allows the medication to be delivered directly to your lungs whilst allowing you to breathe at your own pace, therefore children and those who have difficulty with coordination and dexterity are able to use it with ease.