How do I use my Aerobika device?

Instructions for Using Your Aerobika

  1. Put the mouthpiece in your mouth.
  2. With the mouthpiece still in your mouth, breathe in.
  3. With the mouthpiece still in your mouth, breathe out.
  4. Repeat steps 3 and 4 about 10 to 20 times.
  5. Take the mouthpiece out of your mouth and huff cough 2 to 3 times.

How long should you use Aerobika?

Each 10-20 minute treatment should be performed at least twice a day. The goal is to produce little to no mucus on a daily basis which means your lungs are clear. If you are bringing up a lot of mucus, you need to use your Aerobika* Oscillating PEP more often.

How do you adjust the resistance on an Aerobika?

Your health care provider will set the indicator when you get your Aerobika®. Move the resistance indicator toward the + to increase resistance. Shift the indicator toward – to decrease resistance.

How often should you replace Aerobika?

Thank you for your recent purchase of Aerobika* OPEP Device. For optimum performance your device should be replaced every 12 months.

How often should you clean Aerobika?

Wash your Aerobika every evening. Disinfect it once a week or as often as your healthcare provider tells you to. When you’re ready to wash or disinfect your Aerobika, take it apart so the top case, bottom case, cartridge, and mouthpiece are separate (see Figure 2).

Does Aerobika strengthen lungs?

The Aerobika® oscillating positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) device is a hand-held, drug-free medical device that has been shown to improve lung function and improve health-related quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Do you need a prescription for Aerobika?

You have options to replace the Aerobika: To replace the Aerobika you need a prescription from your local health care provider. The prescription should read: “Aerobika PEP Device for airway clearance.”

How do you sanitize Aerobika?

Daily Cleaning Wash your device with warm soap and water at the end of each day. Soak the four disassembled parts of the device for 15 minutes. Agitate gently. Rinse the parts in warm water.

Can the Aerobika be boiled?

Place the four disassembled parts in a pot when boiling point has been reached and allow to boil for 5 minutes. Please ensure all parts of the Aerobika* OPEP device are covered with boiling water, and do not allow the pot to boil dry. Remove from water and allow parts to cool and air dry thoroughly before reassembly.