A peak flow meter is a device that measures how well your lungs expel air. The device is a valuable tool for people with a respiratory condition like asthma or COPD, because it helps track the ...

As part of your daily asthma self-management plan, your doctor may recommend that you use a hand-held device called a peak flow meter at home to monitor how well your lungs are working. How to use a ...

Dr. Cori Daines answers the question: 'Should My Child Have A Peak Flow Meter?' — -- Question: Should my child have a peak flow meter? Answer: Peak flow meters are generally not very useful in ...

A literature search was carried out for this briefing in accordance with the interim process and methods statement for medtech innovation briefings. This briefing includes the most relevant or best ...

In January 2022, London-based company Smart Respiratory presented at Arab Health 2022 the first fully integrated 'smart' peak flow meter that allows patients to conveniently manage their asthma. In ...

A peak flow meter is a user-friendly, portable device that helps measure the ability of the lungs to expel air. It estimates peak expiratory flow rate which is a measure of how rapidly air can be ...

Asthma is a condition that lends itself to self-care. Discuss your asthma management in detail with your doctor and have a plan of action for altering your medication, depending on how well-controlled ...