I remember the first time a respiratory therapist talked to me about the importance of breathing exercises to control my breathing. I was... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to summarize a recent research study on the effect that certain simple breathing exercises can have on... Read more »
In this entry, I would like to comment on how the fact that asthma is such a common disease can in some cases lead to individuals being... Read more »
You've been hearing for many years about the negative effects modern living has had on the ozone layer in our atmosphere and what this... Read more »
It's time for a change of pace and some fun trivia. An asthma attack is caused when exposure to your asthma triggers causes the smooth... Read more »
Read the full text of The Doubting Thomas Asthmatic and leave a comment! Read all of Rick Frea's Posts Visit Respiratory Therapist Cave, Rick... Read more »
Researchers have found that warm, humidified air delivered through a plastic tube inserted in the nose can reduce the symptoms of sleep apnea.The... Read more »
ResMed is recalling 300,000 air generators that people use to treat sleep apnea because of a potential problem with the power supply connector. The... Read more »
What is asthma? Asthma is a disease in which the airways become blocked or narrowed. These effects are usually temporary, but they cause shortness of... Read more »
Phlegmatic. Definition:having or showing a stolid temperament. Unemotional.How do you know you're dealing with a phlegmatic asthmatic? You won't... Read more »