PHILIPS Threshold IMT Instructions
- June 7, 2024
- Philips
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Threshold IMT
REF HS730EU
0123
Respironics Respiratory Drug Delivery is OK) Ltd Chichester Business Park City
Fields Way Tangmere. Chichester, P020 2FT UK
Tel: +1-724-387-4000
Toll-Free +1-800-345-6443
www.philips.com/respironics
Threshold IMT positive expiratory pressure device
Instructions for use only.
For single patient use only. Make sure there are no foreign objects in the mouthpiece or the device.
Contents: Threshold IMT inspiratory muscle trainer Instructions for a use
Training diary
Turn the control knob (Fig. 1 A) to align the red edge of the pressure
indicator (Fig. 1 B) to the setting prescribed by your physician. For
additional leverage attach the mouthpiece and rotate to adjust. A higher
number equals greater effort. Attach mouthpiece firmly.
Put nose clip on and breathe through your mouth (Fig. 2).
Seal lips around the mouthpiece, and inhale deeply (Fig. 3). When air flows
through the device, the valve is open.
Continue inhaling and exhaling without removing the device from your mouth.
Initially limit your training time to 10 to 15 minutes a day (or as directed
by your physician). Gradually increase training time to 20 to 30 minutes a
day, or two 10 to 15- minute sessions a day. Try to train at the same time
each day, a minimum of five days per week.
Important
Training should be consistent and ongoing. Record readings in the Training Diary.
Cleaning instructions
Wash in warm soapy water after each use. Flush all parts with clear water.
Shake out excess water and air dry.
Indications for use
Threshold IMT is an inspiratory muscle trainer that will help you increase respiratory muscle strength and endurance through conditioning. ANY CHANGE IN THE SETTING IS DONE ONLY AS DIRECTED BY YOUR PHYSICIAN. IF YOU GET VERY TIRED DURING OR AFTER YOUR TRAINING DO NOT BOIL OR HEAT. SESSION, FEEL OUT OF BREATH, OR NOTICE YOUR PULSE RATE INCREASE DRAMATICALLY, STOP TRAINING AND NOTIFY YOUR PHYSICIAN.
Note to physicians and physiotherapists
The pressure load for inspiratory muscle training should be based on the
patient’s respiratory muscle strength, which is determined by measuring
maximal inspiratory pressure (PIMAX) with a manometer. PI MAX is the largest
negative pressure a patient can generate during inhalation. The recommended
pressure load is 30% of the patient’s PIMAX. However, initiating training at a
lower pressure load may be necessary in some patients. The pressure load
should be increased as the patient’s inspiratory muscle strength improves.
Training diary
T Time of day you train
M Length of training in minutes
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