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Empowerment MarketPlace We are very excited to be able to offer the Mystique Portable Ultrasonic Nebulizer! Thanks to a generous agreement with the manufacturer, subscribers of The Pulmonary Paper are eligible to purchase this portable unit at a greatly reduced cost! We think you will find taking your aerosol treatments will be much quieter - the Mystique uses sound waves to nebulize your medication instead of a loud compressor. You won't have to stay around the house to take your treatments anymore! The combination of the Mystique nebulizer, AC adaptor, carrying case, medication cups, rechargable battery and DC auto adaptor is now available for $150 (plus $8 for shipping) An adaptor for use in European countries is also available for $20 If you are interested in purchasing the Mystique you may email The Pulmonary Paper at Belyea@aol.com Telephone: 1-800-950-3698 Fax 1-904-673-7501 or mail to PO Box 877 Ormond Beach, FL 32175
Books and VideoTapes for you to COPe with COPD! BooksCourage and Information for Life With COPD by Jo-Von Tucker, Rick Carter PhD and Brooke Nicotra MD Jo-Von Tucker is an oxygen user and publisher of a newsletter for the Cape Cod support group she founded and directs. Rick Carter and Brooke Nicotra developed the pulmonary rehabilitation program at Tyler Texas Health Center. Together they have written this remarkable new book that thoroughly goes over many aspects of life with COPD. Chapters include Recipe for Living, Consideration Before Surgery and Sleep and Sex. Cost of the book is $29.95 Order Now!
The Breathing Disorders Sourcebook by Dr. Francis Adams Dr. Adams, a Pulmonary Specialist, has written an excellent overview of diagnosis, cause and treatment options of many kung diseases, including hard-to-find material on pulmonary fibrosis and bronchiectasis. He has included sections on pulmonary rehabilitation, medications, surgery, exercise, life-style modifications and many sources of help for COPD. Normal breathing mechanics and factors that cause shortness of breath are explained. Dealing with emotions, how anxiety should be treated, depression and if tranquilizers should be used are discussed. Cost of the 236 page book is $17.00 Order Now!
Breathin' Easy Travel Guide by Jerry Gorby Publisher Jerry Gorby found himself at the library while planning a 300 mile trip, trying to find a reference book on companies who sell oxygen. The only thing he could find was 500 telephone directories. Jerry saw the need and began to fill it, calling the companies one by one to verify that the businesses did indeed supply oxygen to travelers. After over 5,000 phone calls, 30% of the listings were eliminated. What was left, made up the listings of the first edition of Breathin’ Easy. The guide also provides general useful information for the person traveling with oxygen. The 1999 Edition of Breathin' Easy contains international oxygen travel information - $19.95 Order Now!
Many pulmonary rehabilitation centers use this book to teach the "basics of COPD and beyond" to those enrolled in their programs! It is easy to understand with excellent graphics of breathing techniques and medical and psychological situations. - $9.95 Order Now!
Guidelines for Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs by American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (Second Edition) An excellent resource for pulmonary rehab specialists, physicians and educators! The guidelines cover programs of all types and sizes of groups, as rural, community, urban and university settings. Chapters include information on Exercise Assessment and Training, Psychosocial Intervention, Continuous Quality Improvement and Follow Up, Patients with Special Conditions as Interstitial Lung Disease and Training Resource Guides. $35.00 Order Now!
Living Well with Chronic Asthma, Bronchitis, and Emphysema by Drs. Myra and Burton Shayevitz Second edition of this book reveals how to evaluate your own condition; learn techniques for relaxing and breathing easier; follow a daily nutrition plan; plan a step-by-step exercise program involving flexibility, walking, stretching and respiratory muscle training; and personal self-care and sex techniques for both men and women. $18.95 Order Now!
The Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema Handbook by Drs. Francois and Sheila Haas An excellent resource of coping skills with many illustrations of living with COPD. It helps people live a full and productive life by educating them in how to actively manage and participate in their treatment $15.95 Order Now!
Inspiration by Margaret Varnall This book is geared toward people with asthma and allergies, although there is important information and tips for people with COPD. An explanation of the basics of how you breathe (and what goes wrong in lung diseases) and the meaning of many blood and medical test results are included. $16.95 Order Now!
Breathe Again Naturally and Reclaim Your Life by Mimi Weisbord Mimi Weisbord is an asthma sufferer who founded the Asthma Self-Help Workshops at New York’s Open Center. She has developed a drug-free approach to asthma management and wants to share her treatment plan with others who deal with the daily symptoms. Though not your typical medical approach, (as Jin Shin Do acupressure, Chinese medicinal tea recipes and yoga),we wanted to offer you this book as an alternative route to coping with asthma. $14.95 Order Now!
Enjoying Life with COPD by Dr. Tom Petty and Louise Nett RNThese famous experts tell you all the elements of lung disease “you have to know" in this informative book. $12.95 Order Now!
Exercise VideoTapes, Books and Bands Inspiration Video Sherrie Evenson MS, an exercise physiologist in pulmonary rehabilitation in Portland, Oregon leads the "Inhalers" through one hour of exercises. The progam is designed for the viewer to customize it to their own pace. Sherrie encourages proper breathing techniques throughout the video with many cannulas noted in the crowd! Sherrie introduces the video with an educational segment on chronic lung disease. There are many testimonials on coping with pulmonary problems. As one participant says, her lungs didn't improve after pulmonary rehab, but her quality of life improved 300%. Cost of the videotape is $19.95. Sherrie is also the author of the book: Order Now! Training with Elastic Resistive Exercise Bands: An Illustrated Guide For All Individuals (with or without disabilities) Written by Sherrie Evenson Cost of book is $9.95 Order Now! Exercise Bands Three different levels of resistance in the light pack - $10.00 Order Now!
Sit and Be Fit A 23 minute video exercise program designed specifically for those with COPD $15.95 Order Now!
Breathing Disorders: Your Complete Exercise Guide by Dr. Neil F Gordon The book provides you with an exercise program that will help reduce the symptoms of respiratory ailments, especially breathlessness, and improve health and fitness. You will also find information on how certain medications affect the body's response to exercise, tailoring the program to fit your capabilities, guidelines for four safe exercise programs and a unique Health Points System to help you maintain motivation and gauge your progress. $11.95 Order Now!
Chairobics Video Exercise Program A pulmonary rehab and exercise program complete with education and exercise for use alone or in groups. $29.95 Order Now!
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