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Your ALS Respiratory Guide

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​Welcome to our educational guide on ALS respiratory challenges, support, intervention, and equipment. Find trusted information, helpful tips, and video clips with experts.

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ALS Respiratory Symptoms

Most people don't notice breathing difficulties until after their diagnosis.

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ALS Respiratory Support

Learn about the benefits of equipment and how to find your local ALS medical team.

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Monitoring Your Breathing

Breathing tests help inform the care and equipment you will receive.


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Introduction to ALS Respiratory Devices

Learn how different types of equipment can improve your quality of life.

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Your Mask and Interface Options

You can choose from a variety of masks that will work with your respiratory devices.

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Bilevel (BiPAP) Sleep Therapy

A bilevel machine can improve your quality of life and even help you live longer.


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Portable Noninvasive (NIV) Ventilation

A portable ventilator provides daytime and nighttime breathing support when needed.

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Cough Assist Machine
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This device can make you more comfortable by clearing your lungs and upper airway.

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Suction Machine
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This device clears saliva from your mouth when you're having trouble swallowing.


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Invasive Mechanical Ventilation

After a tracheotomy, a ventilator attaches to a surgical opening in your windpipe.

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Multi-Function Ventilator

This new device integrates ventilation, cough, and suction into one portable machine.

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Planning Ahead with Advance Directives

These documents let everyone know what medical treatment you would want.

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Traveling with Your Devices

You can travel with your devices, but you'll need to be organized and plan ahead.

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Recommended Respiratory Devices

We recommend select devices that have been vetted by the ALS community.

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About ALS
​Newly Diagnosed
People with ALS
Veterans with ALS
Caregivers
ALS Professionals
Family & Friends

Planning

Health Insurance
Employment
Self-Care

Medical Decisions
Care

Advance Directives
Transportation

​Home Modifications
​Travel

Equipment

Overview
​
Braces
​Home & Daily Living
Bathroom
Mobility
Respiratory
Communication​

Resources

ALS Clinics
Support Services

Support Groups
​Research & Trials

Get Involved
Resource list
​Glossary

About

Our Story
Myna's Story
​Our Team
Newsletter
​
Testimonials
​Contact Us
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