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Getting out and aboutfinding the best portable
oxygen concentrator for you
Oxygen Therapy December 16, 2020 Breathing is
one of the four primary signs of life. Breathing
helps our lungs facilitate gas exchange which
provides life-giving oxygen that is required for
cellular respiration. Normally, how often and
how deeply we breathe is controlled by the
homeostatic mechanisms in our body. These
mechanisms keep the ratio of oxygen and carbon
dioxide in our blood constant so that we can
lead a normal life.
When we suffer from respiratory disorders such as
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease),
the normal breathing pattern of our body is
disrupted, causing considerable respiratory
distress, and in severe caseseven death. These
disorders require individuals to go in for
long-term oxygen therapy at home or a care
facility for extended periods. Confinement of
individuals to their homes or limiting their
movement close to their source of oxygen was not
a practical solution, but the only one possible
until the advent of portable oxygen
concentrators. These life-changing devices help
individuals suffering from COPD to lead a
near-normal life by providing them with oxygen
on-the-go. Portable oxygen concentrators such as
the Inogen One G5 and Philips SimplyGo Mini
provide oxygen therapy and respiratory support
to sufferers while on the go ensuring a quality,
near-normal life.
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Both these devices offer features, quality and
price points that are pretty similar and are very
well regarded internationally. Inogen is a
company that specializes in innovative portable
oxygen concentrators that are patient-focused,
portable, reliable and cost-effective, ensuring
maximum value for money. Philips is a global
brand producing a diverse range of
solutions. Their wide network and innovative
devices provide peace of mind and guarantee
durability. Both devices are similar, yet have
features that set them apart from each other.
Their similarity makes it difficult for
customers to make a quick choice.
Heres a users perspective of what to look for
while choosing a portable oxygen
concentrator Weight Most COPD patients love
the benefits of a portable oxygen concentrator,
but for someone struggling to breathe, the last
thing they wish to carry is extra weight.
Although the Philips SimplyGo Mini is a great
device with a class-leading feature set, it is
also a bit heavy at nearly 2.5 kg. For someone
suffering from COPD devices that are heavier are
difficult to carry and would mitigate the
benefits provided by it with its weight. The
Inogen One G5 is lighter than the SimplyGo Mini
and at 2.2kg, it is the ideal device to carry
around. Our choice Inogen One G5 Battery
life A portable oxygen concentrator is only
portable as long as its battery lasts. Once the
battery is exhausted, you end up plugging it in
to charge it or need to swap the battery, which
is an additional weight to carry along. The
Philips SimplyGo Mini lasts around 4.5 hours on
the pulse
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mode which is more than enough for an hour-long
walk in the park. However, if you wish to travel
to a different city, run errands or take a short
flight, the Inogen One G5 wins hands down by
offering over 6.5 hours of battery life on a
single charge, making travel much easier and
more convenient. With a double battery, the
Inogen One G5 can easily last around 13 hours on
a single charge, making it the perfect companion
for a long flight, without the added bulk. Our
choice Inogen One G5 Noise Level If you wish
to use your oxygen concentrator even while youre
sleeping, the device must be silent enough to
not disturb you or delay the onset of sleep. At
43 decibels, the Philips SimplyGo Mini is a
pretty quiet machine but is easily overshadowed
by the whisper-quiet operation of the Inogen One
G5 at a mere 38 decibels, making it one of the
quietest devices around. Our choice Inogen One
G5 Dimensions For portable oxygen
concentrators, size does matter! Even if the
weight were not a problem, size is as these
devices are carried by the patient. The Philips
SimplyGo Mini is a pretty compact device,
measuring 9.4 x 3.6 x 8.4. Although this
device is not very large, it is not compact
enough to wear and walk around all day. On the
contrary, the Inogen One G5 is a much smaller,
discreet device that can even be mistaken for a
mid-sized laptop! Measuring only 7.1 x 3.2 x
8.1, this device is pretty comfortable to lug
around in a backpack or a shoulder sling. Our
choice Inogen One G5 Oxygen output Our bodys
demand for oxygen can even triple during
demanding activities such as bike riding or
jogging. An oxygen concentrator with a high flow
volume is the preferred device in such cases.
Although the Inogen One G5 has 6 settings to
choose from, its maximum oxygen output is
1260ml/min, compared to the 1000ml/min offered by
the SimplyGo Mini. With its lower oxygen output,
the additional weight of the SimplyGo Mini can
quickly run you out of breath due to the
additional effort required to carry the heavy
device around. Our choice for the outdoors
Inogen One G5 Although no oxygen concentrator
can be perfectly suited for your needs, finding
the best set of features that suit you the most
and advice from your physician will help you pick
the right device for your needs. Sanrai is the
authorized retail partner for both Inogen and
Philips in India and is providing sales,
support, and warranty services for the Inogen and
Philips range of devices. An experienced and
innovative global medical products distributor
with a presence in 46 countries, Sanrais
expertise in devices used for the management of
COPD set it apart from the competition with
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knowledgeable sales personnel and quality
after-sales service. Contact Sanrai for your
portable oxygen concentrator needs today! Spread
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