Question 1

i have a lymphatic drainage problem - sluggish - and was wondering whether the chi machine or the air pressure lymphatic drainage machine is recommend?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The chi machine helps with meditation and can help you reach the Alpha wavlength.  There are many lymphatic drainage machines available .  We have the triactive laser which is fda approved for lymphatic drainage especially in breast cancer patients that have arm swelling.  Check with the manufacturer and make sure it is fda approved for that use.

Question 2

what are the common uses of a dialysis machine?

Accepted Answer

"Wash" blood: To "wash" the blood of metabolic by-products/waste.  Remove excess fluid. Addition of blood products to blood pool.

Question 3

can i use my tens machine to help treat my de quervains syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't hurt: And might help, give it a try and see if things get better or worse!

Question 4

could i use body weight exercise to get just as ripped as i would using machines?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Everyone responds to exercise differently. Try discussing your goals with a personal trainer. He or she will be able to give you the best idea of what exercises to do and how often. Best of luck!

Question 5

i am too thin and weak. should i join gym? and what kind of machines i must use in beginning?

Accepted Answer

Training partner.: If you don't have any medical condition that restricts you from exercise.  Start an exercise program combination of cardio and weightlifting. Enroll a family member or friend as a training partner .If you can afford  hire a personal trainer. Always start with moderate intensity  program like walking , swimming  and lifting lighter weights.
Use the machines instead of free weights to avoid injury.

Question 6

can i use a tens machine on tendons?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is lots of good evidence that it can help tendonitis.

Question 7

can you use bipap or cpap machines at high elevations?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes. Will need adjustment, but should work fine.

Question 8

how many americans use a cpap machine?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 17 M: In USA 42 M diagnosed with OSA. Since CPAP works only if you’re using it, if only 40% of people are still using CPAP regularly 5 years after beginning treatment, then the CPAP success rate is at best 40%. Approximately 17 M CPAP machine users.

Question 9

is it safe to use an eliptical machine barefoot?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It's ok as long as you never get off the machine and have to put your feet on the floor where others have brought in dirt, glass, bacteria, fungus, and weed killer on their shoes.

Question 10

what is the best mask to use with a cpap machine?

Accepted Answer

CPAP mask fit: The one that fits most comfortably yet provides the necessary delivery eliminating any significant oxygen desaturation. There are many available so there should be one that is comfortable yet provides a good seal. Many have associated restless leg syndrome or periodic limb movement disorder, therefor aggressively treating that effectively seems to allow for more comfort with cpap.

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Could i use body weight exercise to get just as ripped as i would using machines?

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I am too thin and weak. should i join gym? and what kind of machines i must use in beginning?

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Can i use a tens machine on tendons?

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Can you use bipap or cpap machines at high elevations?

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What is the best mask to use with a cpap machine?

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