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Portable Oxygen Concentrators from Smile Rehab
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need a portable oxygen concentrator ?
- Is there after sales service and back for my portable oxygen concentrator.?
- Can I use a portable oxygen concentrator while I sleep?
- Can I use a portable oxygen concentrator in my car?
- Can I go on a plane with a Portable Oxygen Concentrator?
- Taking my portable oxygen concentrator on holiday
Do I need a portable oxygen concentrator ?
Only you and your doctor can determine whether or not you require a portable oxygen concentrator. If you are active and require a highly portable source of oxygen then Smile Rehab will have a concentrator to suite you.
Your Doctor or hospital will advise you of the flow rate that you will require. Once we know that and you can tell us what you want to do then we can help you choose the right one.
If you have been diagnosed with any of the following medical conditions (often referred to as COPD or Smoker's Lung), then you may have a need to use an oxygen concentrator.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Chronic Asthma Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema
Back to top of pageIs there after sales service for my portable oxygen concentrator ?
Yes. Smile Rehab have been established for ten years and were the first company to bring them into the UK. Our Managing Director’s daughter had a need for one and so he identified a need for others as well.
Smile has the best choice of portable oxygen concentrators, being authorized agents for all the major manufacturers.
We guarantee clear honest no obligation advice. No one will call unless you invite us to demonstrate a machine. There after the choice is yours, we will not badger you.
Once you have purchased you portable oxygen concentrator we will ensure that you have constant support. Our 24/7 answering service means that you can contact us at anytime and we can respond quickly.
Back to top of pageCan I use a portable oxygen concentrator while I sleep?
Your doctor can determine whether or not a portable concentrator is appropriate for you while you sleep. An overnight assessment may be necessary to measure your oxygen saturation level while using a portable oxygen concentrator at night.
Back to top of pageCan I travel with my portable oxygen concentrator?
Portable Oxygen concentrators are ideal for people who enjoy travelling and rely upon oxygen therapy. Most machines operate from mains (AC power), a car charger (DC power), or its internal rechargeable batteries.
You do however need to plan your journey. Check with your travel agents and hotels to ensure that you will have adequate charging facilities when travelling and when you have arrived at your destination.
Most airlines and cruise liners will allow portable oxygen concentrators to be taken on board. Again, you are strongly advised to ask them at the time of a booking enquiry and give them plenty of notice to avoid any problems.
When travelling abroad remember that voltages and plug fittings are different. Most charges will adapt to different voltages. Read the owners manual to check if your charger is usable in the country of destination. You will most likely need a different plug fitting. Adaptors are available from most airports or electrical stores.
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Smile Rehab Ltd
Ability House, 109 New Greenham Park, Newbury, Berkshire' RG19 6HN
Telephone: 01635 37550 | Fax: 01635 37552 | Email:sales@smilerehab.com