An interesting development about nebulizer treatments that you do yourself (as opposed to going to a clinic or hospital to get them) is that manufacturers have increasingly opened up the possibility of traveling with a manageable, self-contained unit without much trouble.
This opens up an entire world of possibilities for the patient who must regularly undergo treatments, but who is otherwise mobile and able to travel. Some of these units fit right in a carry bag that one can easily sling on a shoulder or even carry by hand like a small handbag. Airports are also quite familiar with these types of medical equipment and should not give you any trouble if you travel with one.
When you do decide to purchase one, first and foremost, as with any nebulizer, you should get one from a brand you know and trust and which has a good reputation. OMRON is one such brand that is respected in the field. Other brands to check out are Proneb, Pulmo-Aide, Pari, Micromist, CompAir, and there are many others. As usual, read the nebulizer reviews before making your choice. Most portable nebulizers can operate on batteries, but make sure to pick one which runs on easily available battery types, and being able to also run on AC power is a definite plus, as it will help you conserve batteries when you get to a hotel or anywhere with available electric outlets.
Check the cup capacity, as you don't want to go through more than one refill cycle just to be able to administer the correct dosage - this saves on work and saves on wear and tear on the unit.
Speaking of wear and tear, it is good advice to get a portable unit for nebulizer treatments on the road, but not as a primary unit. As is common with all things portable, it will not be as heavy-duty as a normal home-use unit, just as your home-unit will not be as heavy-duty as the unit they use in the clinic or hospital.
Regular nebulizer treatments should give you better quality of life, and good portable nebulizers will only enhance it even more.
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