Research papers, original studies and review articles show that Inspiratory Muscle Training, such as with POWERbreathe IMT, is beneficial for health and medical conditions. Research 2020 – 2029 Targeted IMT may be an important adjunct in the rehabilitation of patients post-COVID-19 IMT for six weeks improved maximum inspiratory pressure and 6-min walk distance in patients with early stages of Parkinson’s disease Relationship between inspiratory muscle strength and balance in women: A cross-sectional study Inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) is effective in lowering blood pressure in a broad range of adults (used POWERbreathe K3) Interrogation of potential mechanisms of IMST action in oestrogen-deficient postmenopausal women (used POWERbreathe K3) Translational Potential of High-Resistance Inspiratory Muscle Strength Training (used POWERbreathe K3) PR + IMT, or home-based IMT achieves the optimal effect in post-lung transplantation patients, in inspiratory muscle strength and exercise capacity, with evidence for long-term benefits (used POWERbreathe Medic) IMT significantly improves respiratory muscle strength in adults with spinal cord injuries—irrespective of time since injury, or degree of injury completeness (the search found research using either the POWERbreathe Classic or POWERbreathe Plus) IMT as part of a PR program in patients with COPD improved maximum inspiratory pressure and functional exercise capacity. Improves functionality, balance and physical performance in pre-frail older women (used POWERbreathe Classic Light Resistance). Improved breathing muscle function and endurance, increased exercise capacity and reduced shortness of breath in breast cancer survivors (used POWERbreathe KHP2 and KH2 devices for Healthcare Professionals). Increases exercise tolerance in [middle-aged and older] adults by 12% (used POWERbreathe Medic). RMT (Respiratory Muscle Training) shows increases in respiratory muscle strength, respiratory muscle function, and reduced risk of complications after stroke. IMT significantly accelerates the rate of recovery from COVID-19. IMT can effectively increase respiratory muscle strength several years following extra-pleural pneumonectomy (used POWERbreathe K3). IMT reduces length of hospital stay and postoperative pulmonary complications in surgical patients. Is recommended for the prevention and improvement of pulmonary complications in patients with chest burns (used POWERbreathe KH1 device for Healthcare Professionals). Improves blood pressure and endothelial function in midlife/older adults with above‐normal initial systolic blood pressure (used POWERbreathe K3). Increased inspiratory muscle strength and resistance, resulting in successful ventilator weaning in a patient with viral pneumonia by Sars-Cov-2 (used POWERbreathe K5). Significantly increased inspiratory muscle strength and endurance after 8 weeks of IMT in patients with controlled asthma. Associated with substantial muscle strength gain and positive impacts in the rates of ICU survival and successful weaning (used POWERbreathe K5). Improved respiratory function, increased core muscle activity and reduced pain intensity in athletes with chronic low back pain (used POWERbreathe KH1 device for Healthcare Professionals). Effective at maintaining inspiratory muscle strength, dynamic inspiratory muscle strength, and peak inspiratory flow when compared to conventional physical therapy (used POWERbreathe K5). Inspiratory muscle training can facilitate ventilator liberation, while potentially improving patients’ quality of life. IMT offers a novel method of improving dynamic balance in older adults (used POWERbreathe K5). Research 2010 – 2019 IMT is an acceptable treatment option for people with COPD who have declined pulmonary rehabilitation (used POWERbreathe K3). Improved inspiratory muscle strength and health-related quality of life in a child with advanced spinal muscular atrophy. Increases exercise tolerance, improves submaximal exercise economy, and lowers HR during submaximal exercise in healthy, recreationally active, middle-aged and older adults. Significantly improved the respiratory muscle strength and pulmonary function of smokers (used POWERbreathe Classic Light Resistance). Has positive effects on the physical ability and psychosocial health of children with cystic fibrosis (used POWERbreathe Plus Light Resistance). Improved respiratory muscle strength and endurance, dyspnea, and exercise endurance in patients with COPD (used POWERbreathe KH1 device for Healthcare Professionals). Postoperative IMT seems to prevent a decline in physical activity level, two weeks postoperatively in high-risk patients undergoing lung resection (used POWERbreathe K3). Improved exercise capacity and increased the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation in lung transplantation candidates. IMT was a protective factor against endotracheal intubation, muscle weakness, and mortality (used POWERbreathe Plus Light Resistance). Pre- and postoperative IMT improved inspiratory muscle power, alveolar-arterial gradient, and oxygen saturation. Significantly improves respiratory muscle strength, functional capacity, lung function and quality of life in patients with chronic kidney disease (used POWERbreathe IMT). Provides a practical, self-administered intervention to stimulate improved functional fitness in adults with obesity (used POWERbreathe KH1 device for Healthcare Professionals). Electronic inspiratory loading device would be useful for clinical rehabilitative assessment of pulmonary function (used POWERbreathe K5). Offers a low cost, non-pharmacologic means of improving sleep and blood pressure in patients who are intolerant of CPAP (used POWERbreathe K3). Improves respiratory muscle strength and exercise capacity and decreases depression and dyspnea in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation recipients. Promotes increased muscle strength in tracheostomy patients (used POWERbreathe KH2 device for Healthcare Professionals). Promoted a marked and positive improvement of parasympathetic sinus node modulation in healthy elderly patients (used POWERbreathe IMT). Improved systolic and diastolic blood pressure in Obstructive Sleep Apnea patients (used POWERbreathe K3). Attenuates inspiratory muscle fatigue, reduces the perception of dyspnea, and increases exercise tolerance in asthmatic individuals (used POWERbreathe IMT). Research 1992 – 2009 Research establishing initial benefits for health and medical conditions of POWERbreathe IMT. Reduced breathlessness & restored breathing power – Study 1; Study 2 Increased inspiratory muscle strength by up to 45% – Study 1; Study 2 Improved quality of life in people with major debilitating conditions – Study 1; Study 2; Study 3; Study 4; Study 6 (used POWERbreathe IMT). Enhanced exercise tolerance in people with major debilitating conditions (used POWERbreathe IMT). Reduced consumption of medication of up to 79% in asthma patients – Study 1; Study 2; Study 3; Study 4; Study 5: A.K.McConnell,M.P.Caine,K.J.Donovan,A.K.Toogood,M.R.Miller.Inspiratory muscle training improves lung function and reduces exertional dyspnoea in mild/ moderate asthmatics. Clinical Science. 1998;95(2):4P Reduced ß2-agonists consumption by up to 79% in patients with asthma Showed an improvement in asthma symptoms by up to 75% in 3 weeks – Study 1; Study 2; Study 3; Study 4; Study 5: A.K.McConnell,M.P.Caine,K.J.Donovan,A.K.Toogood,M.R.Miller.Inspiratory muscle training improves lung function and reduces exertional dyspnoea in mild/ moderate asthmatics. Clinical Science. 1998;95(2):4P Improvements in inspiratory muscle strength of 55% in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (used POWERbreathe IMT). Improvements in endurance of 86% in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (used POWERbreathe IMT). Improvements in quality of life by 21% in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (used POWERbreathe IMT). Improvements in dyspnoea by 36% in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) (used POWERbreathe IMT).
Hi Kevin. No, I’m afraid there is no evidence to make this claim, so no, POWERbreathe IMT cannot increase red blood cells. It can increase the strength and stamina of your breathing muscles, which in turn can help to lower your heart rate and make exercise ‘feel’ easier, so you can work out for longer and improve your fitness and sports performance that way. Reply
My husband has chronic kidney disease stage 5 and there is some water retention in his lungs. Lately he has difficulty breathing and sleeping at night and has to breathe through his mouth. It is more pronounced during the night than when he is awake. When he falls asleep, his mouth is usually wide opened. I think he is also lacking in oxygen. Could Powerbreathe MedicPlus help? Reply
We’re very sorry to hear of your husband’s condition Verena. But as we are not medical professionals, and because your husband has a medical condition, we recommend you speak to your healthcare professional about his sleeping issues before using POWERbreathe IMT. Certainly, IMT (and yes, we’d suggest the Medic Plus) has been shown to benefit people with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (this is when the muscles in the back of the throat relax too much to allow normal breathing) by strengthening the accessory muscles in the upper airway, such as the sternocleidomastoid or scalenes group. It is thought that this will help prevent or decrease the frequency of relaxative collapse of the upper airway which is common in OSA, so might also help your husband. Here’s a research paper about it, in case you’d like to share it with your healthcare professional. In the meantime, we wish you and your husband best wishes Verena. Reply
Hello Molly and thank you for your enquiry. Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) has been shown in numerous medical studies to be beneficial to people with COPD. We have a page on the website dedicated to how drug-free POWERbreathe IMT can help people with COPD, so it might be worth you having a quick look. But before you do go ahead and purchase a device (we would suggest the POWERbreathe Meic Plus) we always recommend you speak to your doctor first. This is because you have a medical condition and therefore it is advisable that you speak to your GP before starting any form of exercise. There is this one very important study that you might like to share with your doctor. I hope that helps Molly. Best wishes to you. Reply
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