The ball completely blocks air from passing by to get to my lungs, is this supposed to happen? Are you supposed to get NO air when inhaling? The instructions state "inhale...until you feel your lungs are full" but that doesn't happen with the ball completely blocking all air from passing into your mouth. thanks. The ball completely blocks air from passing by to get to my lungs, is this supposed to happen? Are you supposed to get NO air when inhaling? The instructions state "inhale...until you feel... » Read More The ball completely blocks air from passing by to get to my lungs, is this supposed to happen? Are you supposed to get NO air when inhaling? The instructions state "inhale...until you feel your lungs are full" but that doesn't happen with the ball completely blocking all air from passing into your mouth. thanks. « Show Less
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Follow the instructions, make sure you are leaving enough open space where the little arrowhead is on the tube. Also take the mouthpiece off after each use and rinse the entire gadget and/or swish it in some soapy water to monitor bacterial growth.
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No, it is not supposed to completely block the air. Use the adjustment knob in the center to control the amount of air you would like to inhale. Loosen for more air, and tighten for less air. Very simple.
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The end piece controls the amount of click noise you get and has some effect on the air flow. But the center adjustable collar adjusts from totally off to wide open (all the way out). Start with the center adjusting collar back off and the end so you can feel the click. Then each week adjust the center collar in a half turn until you have it near shut off. By that time your diaphragm will be supper strong.
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Agree with Tepple. They are referring to the intake of contaminants, NOT the intake of air. You can still breathe easily through the filters, although as Tepple said, they do limit the intake of air a little bit, as any sort of filter would. But not enough to feel restrictive or problematic.
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If it arrived in the cold, you'll definitely want to let it warm to room temperature before inflating. And, you really should follow the instructions about inflation, as these folks know their product best. I think the wait is because you don't inflate it fully at first, let it sit and finish inflation the next day. With all of the balls I've bought through the years, I've also had to add more air after a couple of weeks, but then they're just fine.
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Well, I have had mine for months now and would suggest you check if it is has been inflated to the recommended measurement. If your ball has been inflated to the correct measurement, then you should not have the ball slipping through the hole as my mister weighs more than you do and he doesn't have a problem when he sits on this chair. That said, you might have a problem with maintaining the inflation, so when you inflate it take note of the measurement and re-check it in a few days. If you find it isn't a problem to maintain the balls inflation, try inflating the ball to maybe another inch larger as the suggested measurement is not "written in stone." Also, I saw on a previous answer that the back rest doesn't work?? I would love to know what that comment is about as the "back rest" is not meant for you to rest your back upon-- it was never meant to bear any significant amount of weight. It's there pretty much to make sure the ball doesn't roll off the ring.
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Once you fill it, Lips go over the spout opening, inhale (breathe in) with your mouth and exhale thru your nose; comfortable and slowly as it suits your natural breathing. Several times or as long as you feel comfortable. It's very soothing! :-)
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You really don't need the pump they recommend. I returned mine. I just manually took deep breaths and filled it up. There is a valve that has to be pinched, thus the pump is hard to manager unless you have an extra pair of hands to pinch the valve and use the pump. I did not have the needle adaptor on hand but as I am going to travel soon, will bring along my battery operated pump and will then try both battery operated pump and needle adaptor. But looking at the valve, it seems that a needle adaptor ,used for inflating footballs ,is not the cause. It is the combination of valve pinching ip and pump mechanics. You really don't need the pump they recommend. I returned mine. I just manually took deep breaths and filled it up. There is a valve that has to be pinched, thus the pump is hard to manager unless you have an extra pair of hands to pinch the valve and use the pump. I did not have the needle adaptor on hand but as I am going to travel soon, will bring along my battery operated pump and will then try both battery operated pump and needle adaptor. But looking at the valve, it seems that a needle adaptor ,used for inflating footballs ,is not the cause. It is the combination of valve pinching ip... » Read More You really don't need the pump they recommend. I returned mine. I just manually took deep breaths and filled it up. There is a valve that has to be pinched, thus the pump is hard to manager unless you have an extra pair of hands to pinch the valve and use the pump. I did not have the needle adaptor on hand but as I am going to travel soon, will bring along my battery operated pump and will then try both battery operated pump and needle adaptor. But looking at the valve, it seems that a needle adaptor ,used for inflating footballs ,is not the cause. It is the combination of valve pinching ip and pump mechanics. « Show Less
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There is resistance while exhaling, however, the emphasis is on inhaling as this is a lung "Expander". You can always varying the amount of work you want your lungs to do by covering or opening the small open "arrow" at the side The more you open the easier it is; close and it gets more difficult. I hope this helps.
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a little pump comes with it and by hand or foot you pump it up till firm...and you stick the plug that is removable back in it....very easy, completely user friendly....I've used my ball for years and rarely need to add air....it's the most fun exercise at home you can find!
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Mine fully inflates. Didn't notice anything on the ends to show that it is not the same as the rest of the unit. I do blow a few breaths in to it though. Might be a bad unit.
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There is a cap that covers the place where you inflate the pillow. You remove the cap and just blow on that area - it will inflate. However as I mentioned in the review there is a red button on it too - be very careful because it falls off easily and this is what you use to deflate it by pressing on it... Mine fell off and now I will have to contact the manufacture to get a replacement....
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If I remember correctly there is a short insert with the basics.I used it to help my lungs after a bout of pnuemonia in the fall and I have asthma too. Years ago my Dad had a triple bypass and he used one like this post surgical for same type reason. It's very simple to see results by holding balls steady in chambers and you can Google for more detail information too. I do feel it helped me recover faster from the illness.
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I have been using it for about a year now, blow it up by mouth every once in a while just fine, no problem. But usually it deflates a bit when trying to screw it tight. Other Han that, it works fine. Try finding a person with "bigger" lung capacity to help you.
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You have to fill the ball with air. I use a small air compressor attached to my cars dc plug. The more you fill the ball the larger it gets. We use them for acrobatics at our dance studio, it actually can get bigger then the specifications.
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I blew it up w my mouth. I think I had a hard time getting it started at first. Try pulling it apart first and then blow it up. That should help. Make sure to pinch opening as well.
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You get plenty of air thru the mask. I never felt suffocated even with the charcoal filters. I have trouble breathing even without the mask, yet I never felt suffocated or even slightly air deprived.
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The term "self inflate" is kind of misleading. It does draw some air in when you open the valve, however the amount drawn in does not fill the air chamber. I would say that its a head start more than self inflating, as you'll need to add air to your liking.
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You suck in on the tube to see how many of the balls rise to the top. You should get all 3 balls to the top. You should use the machine frequently to improve breathing which is what my husband does each day.