Oxygen Concentrators for Reliable Oxygen Delivery

Oxygen concentrators are medical devices that extract oxygen from the air and deliver it to patients requiring supplemental oxygen therapy for respiratory support.
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Device
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Available for purchase or rental with a prescription
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Oxygen Concentrators FAQ


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Why do you need an oxygen concentrator?

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What is an O2 concentrator?

An oxygen concentrator (sometimes called an O2 concentrator, oxygen machine or O2 concentrator, oxygen machine or oxygen generator) is a medical device used to deliver oxygen to those who require it. People may require an O2 concentrator if they have a condition that causes or results in low levels of oxygen in their blood.

What is a home oxygen concentrator?

Home oxygen concentrators are medical devices that are prescribed and monitored by a physician. To help guide you in your search for the best home oxygen concentrator to suit your unique needs, the Forbes Health editorial team analyzed over 20 available devices, ranking them based on price, weight, sound level and more.

Can a home oxygen concentrator help with a low oxygen level?

Certain chronic conditions, such as heart failure, asthma and COPD, can cause oxygen levels to consistently measure below 95%, however. In such situations, an individual may benefit from oxygen therapy. Home oxygen concentrators are medical devices that are prescribed and monitored by a physician.

What is an oxygen concentrator?

An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that gives you extra oxygen. Air is made up of about 20% oxygen. An oxygen concentrator uses the air in the atmosphere, filters it, and gives you air that is 90%-95% oxygen. Your doctor may prescribe one for you if you have a health condition that causes your oxygen level to drop too low, such as:

How does a portable oxygen concentrator work?

A portable oxygen concentrator works by drawing in air from its surroundings, filtering out the other gases and then delivering the pure oxygen to the user at a pre-set level. Therefore, as long as the battery in the machine is charged, and the machine is switched on, it should provide a limitless supply of oxygen.

Do you need an oxygen concentrator?

An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that separates nitrogen from the air around you so you can breathe up to 95% pure oxygen. You may need an oxygen concentrator if you have a condition that affects your breathing. Some oxygen concentrators are stationary and run on electricity. Others run on batteries and are portable.

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