The Breather® Respiratory Muscle Trainer

Resistive breathing training device to strengthen inspiratory and expiratory muscles.

A drug-free device for those who suffer from shortness of breath, speech and swallow difficulties, COPD, and other chronic illnesses resulting in respiratory muscle weakness.
An effective hand held trainer that strengthens both inspiratory and expiratory muscles.
The principle of breathing against resistance to increase respiratory muscle strength is following the principles of weight training for skeletal muscles.
The Breather® may be beneficial for everyone interested in developing strength and endurance for their respiratory muscles. Respiratory muscles, like other muscles, can weaken from prolonged illness, aging, and neuromuscular diseases.
Respiratory breathing/strength training is an effective tool to teach diaphragmatic breathing for breath support.
Strong breath support is also essential for coordination of speaking, swallowing and coughing
Inspiratory resistance strengthens the diaphragm and the external intercostal muscles (accessory breathing muscles surrounding the ribs) and the accessory muscles of the neck.
Exhalation resistance strengthens and tones the internal intercostals and abdominal muscles.
In addition, exhalation resistance mimics pursed lip breathing which helps to safeguard against trapping air in the lungs during training.
It may help mucus secretion from the airways and support pulmonary hygiene.
Instructions included.

Volumetric Specifications

Description	Quantity	Weight (lbs.)	Length (inch)	Width (inch)	Height (inch)
Unit	1	0.04	7	2.75	3.25
Master Case	120	30.8	19	22	16

GTIN Numbers
Unit	00865202000131

Hazmat: None
HCPCS*: E1399
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Item Availability Definitions

In Stock: Standard shipping orders received before 5pm EST will ship the same day.
Expedited shipping orders received before 11am EST will ship the same day.
Out of Stock: Shipment times will vary, depending on expected arrival to our inventory. The typical wait time is just a few days. Orders with both in-stock and out-of-stock items will be shipped partial, with any out-of-stock items being back-ordered and shipped complete when all back-ordered items are available. Note: All freight and handling charges are calculated on the original order. Back-orders ship and invoice separately and will not be charged additional freight and handling.
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On Demand: Can be expected in 10-15 days. When orders are placed for these items, we will order them from the manufacture, and they will be included in our next incoming shipment. Once we receive your items, we will ship them to you from one of our two domestic warehouses. Note: We place orders with our vendors once a week, typically on Mondays.