Oxygen Concentrator On Rent in Ludhiana

What is an Oxygen Concentrator?

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In general Oxygen Concentrators is a type of Medical Device that helps in delivering oxygen to patients with respiratory disorders, for example, Asthma, breathing problems coming with climate change, COPD, Pneumonia, etc. On the other hand, people with low oxygen concentration in their bloodstream require assistance to manage breathing through Oxygen Concentrators.

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There was a time when the only available source for patients having breathing problems was through the bulky oxygen tanks. However, these too being very effective, the only problem was the regular visit of the suppliers to replenish the oxygen tanks regularly.

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One should remember that these are not available for over the counter purchases. Get a doctor's prescription for easy buy. A doctor must prescribe it after they’ve completed a thorough medical evaluation. Further, the doctor gives all the direction for its effective usage.​​

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Acute Conditions Requiring an Oxygen Concentrator

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A few examples of acute conditions where you would need the use of an oxygen concentrator for short-term oxygen therapy are:

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1. Asthma

2. Pneumonia​

3. CoPD 

4. Respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)​

5. Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD)​​

 

​How Does an Oxygen Concentrator Work?

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The process is as under:

1. Compressing air as the cooling mechanism keeps the concentrator from becoming overheated

2. Taking air in from its surroundings

3. Using an electronic interface to adjust delivery settings

4. Removing nitrogen from the air through sieve beds and a filter

5. Delivering purified oxygen through a mask or nasal cannula

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Oxygen Concentrator V/s Oxygen Cylinder

 

 Oxygen concentrators that can "make" their own oxygen have become more popular and widely used than old-fashioned oxygen Cylinders. 

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Oxygen Concentrators can provide with certain benefits of:

• Cost-effectiveness

• Does not require refilling

 

Oxygen Cylinder benefits:

• No Electricity Required to Operate

• Purity - upto 99%

• Flow - Can be adjusted to very high levels of 40 L PM

 

Nutshell, for non-critical cases with low oxygen flow requirement (2Lpm or less), just oxygen concentrator is sufficient, but in All other cases, its best adviced to use Oxygen cylinder as a backup with Oxygen concentrator.

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What Key Features to check before buying Oxygen Concentrator?

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1.Oxygen Flow : Output of concentrated Oxygen, measured in Liter per minutes ​

2.Nebulizer : Typical add-on for the patients having breathing issues ​

3.Oxygen Purity : Very important to have 93% or more. Do check! ​​

4.Battery Backup : For those times of power cuts.​

5.Portability : Can be carried outdoors, is lightweight, portable with backpack, has battery backup​

6.Touch Panel : Ease of operation ​

7.Noise Level : Decibel level for Philips Oxygen machine being the best

 

How to Use an Oxygen Concentrator

 

If you don’t know how to use an oxygen concentrator yet, you may think it’s difficult. However, the process is so simple that anyone can do it. You just need to set up the machine properly, turn it on, and adjust it to the prescribed flow rate before putting on your mask or nasal cannula. 

There are just a few things to keep in mind. Remember to:

• The oxygen concentrator must be a foot or two away from furniture

• Start the machine 15 to 20 minutes prior to the use so that it can distribute an accurate concentration of air

• Smooth out any bends in the tubing before beginning the treatment

• If you want low levels of oxygen, you can use the mask. However, for high levels, insert the nasal cannula.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)​

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Q-Why would anyone need an Oxygen concentrator ?

​Ans- Typically, Oxygen concentrator is recommended when Oxygen Level in Blood stream goes down below 95% (SpO2 level), by a qualified doctor. Simple Pulse Oximeter is used to check the Oxygen level in the blood stream, in a non-invasive manner.

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Q-Is Oxygen concentrator ONLY solution to Lung issues? ​

Ans- Well, a qualified doctor would only decide on the course of action. But typically, lungs could have small issues to enhanced issues. Pls check out our detailed video on this subject.

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Q-What is the cost of Oxygen Concentrator in Ludhiana? ​

Ans- Cost of Oxygen Concentrator is Rs 35000 for the 5L option. 

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Q-How difficult is it to install Oxygen Concentrator at home?​

Ans- Its extremely easy to operate and install Oxygen Concentrator. Of course, first time an Engineer would do the basic installation and operating guidelines. But its no more than operating any electronic gadget, with simple touch panel based operations.

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Q. Does the patient's body  get dependent on oxygen concentrator if used continuously?

Ans. No, the patient's body  get dependent on oxygen concentrator if used continuously.

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Q. What is the oxygen flow in an oxygen concentrator?

Ans. The oxygen flow in an oxygen concentrator can range from 5 - 10 litres/ minute. 

 

Q. What should be the flow rate of oxygen concentrator?

Oxygen Concentrators commonly produce 5, 9 or 10 LPM (litres/minute) continuous flow output, though some may produce 10 or more LPM (litres/minute). All devices should have an adjustable flowmeter.

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Q. Do oxygen concentrators provide 100% oxygen?

An oxygen concentrator receives the surrounding air, filters out nitrogen to retain oxygen, and then supplies it through the nozzle. Oxygen concentrators are usually capable of delivering 90 to 95 percent pure oxygen. They deliver air in a continuous or intermittent flow depending on the settings its tuned to.

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Q. Do oxygen concentrators run out of oxygen?

The ability of oxygen concentrators to continuously draw in and treat air ensures that, unlike oxygen tanks, the concentrator will never run out of oxygen.

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Q-What does the Oxygen Concentrator really do? ​​

Ans- Oxygen Concentrator is a very useful , non invasive machine. It simply takes normal room air (21% Oxygen , 78% Nitrogen) and gives an output of concentrated

oxygen - 93-95% Oxygen enriched Air for easing breathing issues.

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​Q-What does Oxygen Concentrator Capacity mean? ​​

Ans- Oxygen Concentrator capacity is the Output flow of in Litre per minute.

Thus 5L Capacity Oxygen Concentrator would be able to process and provide 5L per minute of Pure Oxygen at full speed. You typically have a knob to control the flow, as desired, lower than the maximum defined capacity.

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Q- What is the rent of Oxygen Concentrator in Ludhiana?​​

Ans- Rent of Oxygen Concentrator is Rs 6000 per month for the 5L model. 

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Q-What is the process of getting a Oxygen Concentrator on rent in Ludhiana?

​​Ans - We provide Oxygen Concentrator on rent in Ludhiana - this allows us to serve the neighbouring locations like Ludhiana, Model Town, Duggri, Shimla Puri, Jamal Pur, Jodhewal, Haibowal Kalan, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar.

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We provide deliveries within 2-3 hours. 

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You need to pay the advance rent for the month, freight charges (both sides), security deposit and basic KYC documents.​​​