Acapella Device Vibratory PEP Therapy System Features
- Single patient use device
- Patented rocker mechanism
- 22mm outer diameter ambient end
- 22mm outer diameter patient end
- Acapella Blue-DM <15 lpm for 3 seconds
- Acapella Green-DH>15 lpm for 3 seconds
- Prevents or fixes collapsed lung areas (atelectasis)
- Easier to tolerate than Chest Physical Therapy (CPT)
- Improves the effectiveness of bronchodilator medications
- Makes it easier to clear and move secretions in the body
- Takes less than half the time of conventional CPT sessions
- Color-coded units help customize treatment for each patient based on their clinical needs
- Takes 15-20 minutes for treatment, while traditional chest physiotherapy takes 20-40 minutes
- The frequency and flow resistance of the Acapella breathing device can be adjusted by turning an adjustment dial
Acapella Device Benefits
- Allows use with mask or mouthpiece attachment
- Accommodates virtually any patient’s lung capacity
- Allows use with inline nebulizer when fitted with tee adapter
- Allows inhalation and exhalation without removing from mouth
- Prolongs expiratory airflow to increase the removal of secretions
- Can be used in any position – a patient is free to sit, stand, or recline
Acapella Vibratory PEP Therapy System User Guide
DM & DH PEP Therapy System
The Acapella DM (Blue) is designed for patients who can generate an expiratory flow of more than 15 liters per minute for 3 seconds. The Acapella DH (Green) is designed for patients who have a weaker expiratory flow, less than 15 liters per minute for 3 seconds.
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What does the Acapella Breathing Device Include?
- Removable mouthpiece
- Comes with 22 mm male fittings, including:
- A. Expiratory resistance/frequency adjustment dial
- B. One-way inspiratory valve
- C. The patient end, which adapts to a mouthpiece or mask
- D. Mouthpiece (detachable)
