The Best Portable Pulse Oximeter

Don't waste your money! If you need an oximeter, make sure you buy one that will actually serve you well. Now if you have money to throw around, and your health is not fragile, then a small finger unit maybe all that you need. Just remember that the type of oximeter that is completely contained on one finger may not be accurate if you have compromised circulation.

If you have advanced lung or heart disease, you can be sure that your circulation is compromised. When there is not enough oxygen in your blood, your body reduces blood flow to your extremities in an effort to protect your major organs. If your hands are frequently cold you may not get a reliable reading as well. The best idea is to bring your oximeter with you when you go to the doctor and compare the reading to your doctors oximeter. That is, if your doctor has a better quality pulse oximter. If you find that you are not getting an accurate reading, you may get better results with a higher end model. The better oximeters will have a probe that grips your finger (or ear) a little bit tighter. The most reliable reading will be obtained by using an ear probe. Your body is never stingy with oxygen and blood flow to your head!

Another thing to consider is durability. If the finger probe on a pulse oximeter is not durable, your unit will not last long. If you use it often, or travel with it, you may be throwing away money on a cheaper model.

Also keep in mind that as your disease process progresses, the accuracy of the reading becomes more important. Harmfully low blood oxygen levels (below 92%)usually occur first with activity. When this health robbing condition begins, it will quickly weaken the heart muscle. You may not see low oxygen levels (hypoxia) while the patient is at rest until the heart muscle has been harmed. Please be aware of that, and monitor yourself or your loved one carefully to assure you are using supplementing oxygen just as soon as the need arises. Dyspnea (difficulty breathing) should not be ignored. Protect your quality of life.

One last thought, if you are on home oxygen, and your budget does not allow plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, purhaps the cost of a pulse oximeter is not waranted. If you spend that money on fresh food, you may get more benefit for your buck. If your lips tend to get blue at any point during your day, use your low flow oxygen 24/7. You don't need an oximeter to tell you that. If your budget allows you all the fresh food you want, however, an oximeter could be a very valuable tool.

Just remember, the purpose of having your own personal oximeter is to more closely monitor your oxygen need. If you are using it to reduce the amount of time you supplement your oxygen, it could be more harmful than helpful.

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FreeWay Number One

Aloha,
What do you have to be grateful for today? If you can find something you are grateful for to focus on, you can begin to heal from anything.

Healing always takes its own path, and it is always a blessing.

I am very grateful for:

-the love of family
-my health and the health of those I love
-and for the opportunity to teach you what your body needs everyday!

So let's get started on the FREEWAY 2 HEALTH


FreeWay Number One

Everyday you deal with tension.

Tension from anxiety, pain, depression, heavy work and inactivity is stored in your muscles.

If you don't practice releasing the tension, then it squeezes you! You aren't able to use more than a fraction of your lungs! Intentionally release the tension everyday! Relax, that's all there is to it. If you don't, then the tension you live with will literally choke the life out of you.

The better you use your lungs, the longer you live, and the more quality your life. In this information age, the genomics labs are telling us this. We have heard this somewhere before, maybe? Isn't this message ancient?

The first step to optimizing your lung function is to RELAX!

At least 10 minutes everyday. Spoil yourself and take thirty!

Now please hear me. I am not talking sit in front of the tube. That's all well and good, but I'm talking about taking quiet time to begin or end your day. (or both) Deep relaxation only takes place with diligent practice. Use a tape or make up your own process, but it should involve quieting your mind as well as your body. If you pay attention, you will notice the stiffness giving way to an awareness of the fluidity within your body. This is a good place to be. Go there and let me know how it went.

Post your comments. It helps when you can create a community of friends who are ready and willing to do the work and share with others as they explore a new life style. There are no magic bullets. Keep doing what you are doing, and keep getting the same results. Change what you are doing and take notice of what happens.

Until tomorrow,
Carrie
www.alohaoxygen.net