Expert Video - What are some best practices for exercising with oxygen therapy?

Does oxygen therapy prevent exercising? Should you exercise if you use supplemental oxygen? Susan Jacobs, RN, MSN, FAAN, explains the importance of exercising with oxygen therapy even if you have chronic lung disease. Learn what pulmonary rehabilitation ("pulmonary rehab") is, how staying active can help you breathe more easily and boost your mood, and how you can build endurance over time. Building muscle tone, increasing flexibility, and training with weights can all be part of a routine to improve how you feel.

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2. Which in-person or online support groups can help people on oxygen, and their caregivers?

3. What are some best practices for exercising with oxygen therapy?

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This educational activity has been developed by American Thoracic Society, COPD Foundation and Mechanisms in Medicine Inc.

Disclaimer: The information provided is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. The visuals provided are meant to be representations only. No specific brand of oxygen equipment is being promoted or endorsed.

This activity is supported by educational grants from:
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and the Gawlicki Family Foundation

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