Oxygen Concentrators

Oxygen bars are becoming quite popular in many parts of the United States, especially in the Colorado Mountains. People visit these “bars” to inhale purified oxygen, often in different aromatic scents. In some cases, oxygen bars have also been touted as a venue for people having difficulty breathing or with respiratory illnesses, providing a better…

There’s nothing quite like seeing the world from high altitudes—with fresh air, nature, and beautiful landscape views. The downside is breathing can become difficult the higher you ascend. That’s because oxygen is concentrated at sea level and thins out as elevation increases. As such, many people suffer from altitude sickness. Skiing, hiking, climbing, or even…

When traveling to areas with higher altitudes, the air becomes thinner, and less oxygen is available to breathe. Those who aren’t prepared for this change can suffer from altitude sickness, ranging from mild to more severe symptoms. In fact, altitude sickness may occur in up to half the people who ascend to altitudes over 8,000…

As you ascend to higher elevations, the air becomes thinner, and the oxygen available for breathing decreases. Those not properly prepared for this change can find themselves out of breath, winded, and at risk for altitude sickness. In fact, altitude sickness affects 25% to 85% of people traveling to altitudes of 8,000 feet or higher.…