RC-FIT® OPEP
Respiratory training with oscillations and sound
The RC-FIT® OPEP is a unique, oscillating, expiratory trainer with 4 intensity levels and acoustic feedback. For prevention, rehabilitation, and targeted improvement of a person’s constitution.
Strengthens the exhalation muscles:
the auxiliary expiratory muscles.
Expands the airways:
improves the exchange of gases.
Loosens secretions:
cleans and frees the airways.
Reduces coughing and shortness of breath:
makes breathing easier.
Possible areas of use: Pneumology, Intensive care, Thoracic surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Paediatrics, Geriatrics, Weaning, Therapy units (e.g. Respiratory therapy, Physical therapy, Logopaedics).
Recommended use RC-FIT® OPEP
Recommended use
oscillating exhalation therapy:
- 3 times a day and as needed
- With prolonged exhalation for approx. 10–30 breaths each time
- Exhalation only through the mouth
Product features RC-FIT® OPEP
Effects
– trains the expiratory muscles
– holds the airways open
– loosens secretions with oscillations
– reduces coughing and shortness of breath
– holds the airways open
– loosens secretions with oscillations
– reduces coughing and shortness of breath
Indication
COPD, pulmonary emphysema, bronchial asthma, CF, chronic bronchitis, dysphagia & -prophylaxis.
Most important contraindication****
Untreated pneumothorax, serious haemoptysis (blood-expectorating cough), Right heart insufficiency.
Recommended use
– 3 x daily with prolonged exhalation for 10–30 breaths each time
– with prolonged exhalation for 10–30 breaths each time
– with prolonged exhalation for 10–30 breaths each time
Breathing info
– Inhalation through the nose
– slow exhalation via the mouth through the RC‑FIT® OPEP
– slow exhalation via the mouth through the RC‑FIT® OPEP
Can be used in any body position
Its use does not require the presence of gravity. The device can be used while lying down, sitting, and being in motion.
Hygienically clean
Just boil in a pot, drain the water and allow to dry well.
Sound provides feedback
Acoustic feedback on the vibrations. If the sound is consistant, the RC-FIT® is being correctly used. The required flow and pressure fluctuations are being achieved.
Oscillations / vibrations
With vibration training, the muscles contract automatically via a reflex. Training with the RC-FIT® is thus found to be less strenuous (than without vibrations).
Average pressure during inhalation
Ordering Information
The RC-FIT® OPEP
Article no. 2637-10
Quantity per unit: 10
Direct purchase for clinics.
Additional models for clinics
RC-FIT® OIMT
Oscillating inhalation training (OIMT)
Article no. 2632-10
RC-FIT® PEP/IMT
Treats the airways with PEP
Trains the respiratory muscles with IMT
Article no. 2638-10
RC-FIT® CLASSIC
Oscillating respiratory training (OIMT) and
respiratory training (OPEP) as well as relaxation in ONE
Article no. 2631-10
* especially upper abdominal and lung surgery.
** after spontaneous breathing attempt (STB) with RC mask tracheostoma.
*** relative contraindications: Product use should be carefully considered in advance by healthcare professionals.
**** further contraindications in the corresponding instructions for use.
** after spontaneous breathing attempt (STB) with RC mask tracheostoma.
*** relative contraindications: Product use should be carefully considered in advance by healthcare professionals.
**** further contraindications in the corresponding instructions for use.
All information is without guarantee and subject to constant revision.
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Please contact us: Mondays to Thursdays from 9 to 12 h and 14 to 16 h. Fridays from 9 h to 14 h, German time.
Please contact us: Mondays to Thursdays from 9 to 12 h and 14 to 16 h. Fridays from 9 h to 14 h, German time.
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