HaB Direct supplies a variety of respiratory and lung function equipment for medical clinics, sports scientists, as well as personal use. Take a look at our collection below.
Types of respiratory equipment
Lung function equipment can be used to test lung function and oxygen consumption as well as improve respiratory muscle strength. Our most popular lung function equipment used by professionals are:
Breathing training
Did you know that there are devices to help you breathe better? Breathing trainers from POWERbreathe are scientifically proven to reduce breathing fatigue, increase breathing stamina and lower blood pressure. These pieces of respiratory equipment products will improve the health, wellness and fitness of many groups, including sportspeople and those recovering from COVID and long COVID.
Douglas bag
The Douglas bag is used to assess oxygen consumption and basal metabolic rate and is the gold standard of gas exchange measurement. These tests are taken during exercise and are popular among sports scientists and those working in physiology labs.
Peak flow
Peak flow meters measure how fast a person can breathe out air. You will be given a peak flow score based on your ability to do this. The respiratory device helps to diagnose and monitor asthma. As your peak flow score can change, it can check if medication is working or indicate that you’re having an asthma attack.
What is the difference between IMT and EMT pulmonary function equipment?
The difference between IMT and EMT pulmonary function equipment is that they both target different muscle groups and have distinct clinical and performance goals. For example, IMT (Inspiratory muscle training) focuses on breathing in, whereas EMT (expiratory muscle training) focuses on breathing out. Â
IMT pulmonary function equipment targets the diaphragm and the muscles between the ribs and provides resistance as you breathe in. The aim of IMT pulmonary function equipment is to improve Inspiratory Muscle Strength (PImax), increase lung capacity, and reduce breathlessness (dyspnea). IMT devices are commonly used for improving stamina in athletes and for treating respiratory conditions. EMT pulmonary function equipment targets the abdominal muscles and the internal intercostals, providing resistance when you breathe out forcefully through the mouthpiece. The aim is to improve expiratory muscle strength and to enhance the ability to clear the airways. EMT devices are commonly used for COPD and Cystic Fibrosis, Dysphagia and with singers or wind instrument players.
Explore breathing & lung function products at HaB Direct
At HaB Direct, we offer breathing and pulmonary function equipment at competitive prices. Browse our collection to find the best tools for your medical practice, health clinic, sports science lab, sports team, veterinary practice, or home. If you require any assistance with your purchase, we can help at +44 (0)1926 816100 or email [email protected]. Alternatively, please contact us and someone from the team will be in touch with you.
