Volumetric Incentive Spirometer

[sunshinegirl]

I was just reading my pre-op instructions and it recommends using this device 1 week before surgery. Did any of you use one. The price they show for online purchase is extremely high, I've seen it for $6-7.

[Willi333]

I was just reading my pre-op instructions and it recommends using this device 1 week before surgery. Did any of you use one. The price they show for online purchase is extremely high, I've seen it for $6-7.

Hi Sunshinegirl,

I did get one, because I thought it can only help, due to the fact that I am a longtime smoker (I know :lb18: ...). I got it at amazon.com for about $7 plus s&h.

Well I think it helped me and also reassured me that I am on track with my volume :-) I did the test with 95%.

:lb11:

~Ute~

[Musiclover]

I didn't even notice this contraption in the pre-op requirements but when I was at OCC for my surgery, they gave me one to take home. I have been using it a bit (not as much as I should) but my kids love it, they think I brought them back another toy.

[Alana]

Not to sound silly, but I haven't been banded yet, so I'm not sure what this is - can someone kindly explain it?