Hello Guest, Welcome to Apnea Board !
As a guest, you are limited to certain areas of the board and there are some features you can't use.
To post a message, you must create a free account using a valid email address.

or Create an Account


New Posts   Today's Posts

Dr. just added O2 therapy
#1
Dr. just added O2 therapy
Been a lookie loo on here since I was diagnosed - a ton of info - and I've learned a lot by reading and thank you all for that. I've been using CPAP for about 100 nights now - never missed one. I am lucky, adapted pretty quickly and wouldn't think about going to sleep w/o machine. However, O2 levels dropping and Dr. added a concentrator at 2L.

Here is the problem, and why I joined - I travel a lot for work. Several people have said to just go w/o on away nights, but man, I really hate to. I can definitely feel a difference.

I'm always in a hotel, so really don't need any battery, but I do need a small unit. Can anyone make a suggestion?
Post Reply Post Reply
#2
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
I assume you're asking about oxygen while away.

You likely have a concentrator at home; and it's about the size of an office shredder. A bit big for travel.

There are battery powered portable concentrators; but they are not intended for continuous flow. They are on demand; breath by breath. Not suited for inducing oxygen into PAP flow.

You might investigate tanks. I'm not suggesting you travel with the tank... But perhaps you could arrange for one at your destination city.
I've never tried it; but it might be possible.
Admin Note:
JustMongo passed away in August 2017
Click HERE to read his Memorial Thread

~ Rest in Peace ~
Post Reply Post Reply
#3
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
If my ex's experience is any guide, you do NOT want to travel by air with oxygen tanks (unless you need it all day, every day - she did). The paper-work is horrible.
Post Reply Post Reply
#4
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
Depending on the hotel level, can you check with the hotel concierge services to see what they can arrange or recommend?
                                                                                                                          
Note: I'm an epidemiologist, not a medical provider. 
Post Reply Post Reply
#5
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
(01-08-2017, 09:16 PM)justMongo Wrote: I assume you're asking about oxygen while away.

You likely have a concentrator at home; and it's about the size of an office shredder. A bit big for travel.

There are battery powered portable concentrators; but they are not intended for continuous flow. They are on demand; breath by breath. Not suited for inducing oxygen into PAP flow.

You might investigate tanks. I'm not suggesting you travel with the tank... But perhaps you could arrange for one at your destination city.
I've never tried it; but it might be possible.

Correct. I am looking for a portable concentrator. I have found "portable" units that will do continuous - PRICEY!!! I suspect a big part of the cost is the technology to efficiently operate on DC (batteries). I was hoping there might be a smaller home unit as I do not need any batteries, just something smaller than a paper shredder as mentioned above.
Post Reply Post Reply
#6
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
Best line operated concentrator I've found is:
I use this at home.

[Image: 412j%2Bwm1iNL.jpg]
Admin Note:
JustMongo passed away in August 2017
Click HERE to read his Memorial Thread

~ Rest in Peace ~
Post Reply Post Reply
#7
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
The unit I have is a whopping 39 pounds. Your suggestion comes in at 31. Really hoping someone has experience with a portable continuous unit.
Post Reply Post Reply
#8
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
Is it possible to rent an oxygen unit once you arrive at your destination, or make plans ahead for a rental to pick up or be delivered to your hotel?
OpalRose
Apnea Board Administrator
www.apneaboard.com

_______________________
OSCAR Chart Organization
How to Attach Images and Files.
OSCAR - The Guide
Soft Cervical Collar
Optimizing therapy
OSCAR supported machines
Mask Primer



INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE.  ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA.  INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
Post Reply Post Reply
#9
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
(01-09-2017, 08:56 AM)OpalRose Wrote: Is it possible to rent an oxygen unit once you arrive at your destination, or make plans ahead for a rental to pick up or be delivered to your hotel?

No doubt I could, however, my work travel is pretty dynamic. I pretty much need to have with me what I need to survive. Not that I am "roughing it" - I just never know where the day will end.
Post Reply Post Reply
#10
RE: Dr. just added O2 therapy
What about these Inogen One G3 portable units? They appear to be very light and portable, FAA approved, and can be operated on a AC adapter while supplying O2 and recharging the battery. Not cheap at $2300, but if you have to travel, I would think that is a footprint you would have to consider.

Full disclosure: I know nothing about oxygen concentrators.
Sleeprider
Apnea Board Moderator
www.ApneaBoard.com

____________________________________________
Download OSCAR Software
Soft Cervical Collar
Optimizing Therapy
Organize your OSCAR Charts
Attaching Files
Mask Primer
How To Deal With Equipment Supplier


INFORMATION ON APNEA BOARD FORUMS OR ON APNEABOARD.COM SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF A PHYSICIAN BEFORE SEEKING TREATMENT FOR MEDICAL CONDITIONS, INCLUDING SLEEP APNEA. INFORMATION POSTED ON THE APNEA BOARD WEB SITE AND FORUMS ARE PERSONAL OPINION ONLY AND NOT NECESSARILY A STATEMENT OF FACT.
Post Reply Post Reply


Possibly Related Threads...
Thread Author Replies Views Last Post
  WW4B Therapy thread WW4B 49 4,070 Yesterday, 04:31 PM
Last Post: WW4B
  Therapy Help - Possible UARS - REM jkossis 8 166 Yesterday, 02:09 PM
Last Post: Sleeprider
  [CPAP] Therapy help rekaviv 9 254 Yesterday, 11:22 AM
Last Post: rekaviv
  IanD - Therapy Thread IanD 28 2,267 03-26-2024, 08:18 PM
Last Post: IanD
  MrIvanDrago - CPAP|Bi-PAP Therapy Journey MrIvanDrago 67 3,357 03-26-2024, 01:22 PM
Last Post: MrIvanDrago
  Marcin's Therapy Thread marcinpiskala 20 966 03-23-2024, 04:38 PM
Last Post: Sleeprider
  Jakespeare65 - Therapy Help jakespeare65 26 815 03-22-2024, 12:55 PM
Last Post: jakespeare65


New Posts   Today's Posts


About Apnea Board

Apnea Board is an educational web site designed to empower Sleep Apnea patients.