Aerosol Therapy
Aerosol therapy is a treatment method that delivers medication as fine airborne particles directly into the respiratory tract. It is widely used in respiratory medicine and ENT care to treat respiratory conditions in both adults and children.
What Is Aerosol Therapy Used For?
Aerosol therapy converts liquid medication into a mist of fine droplets that is inhaled through the mouth or nose. The medication acts directly in the bronchi, lungs or upper airways, providing rapid, targeted treatment while limiting systemic side effects.
It can also be used to humidify the airways, for example in infants with bronchiolitis or in patients with a tracheostomy.
When Is Aerosol Therapy Prescribed?
Aerosol therapy is indicated in many situations
asthma
chronic bronchitis
cystic fibrosis
laryngitis
sinusitis
otitis
improving respiratory comfort at the end of life
The decision to start aerosol therapy is made by a physician—such as a respiratory specialist, ENT specialist, paediatrician or general practitioner—who selects the medication to be nebulized, treatment duration, type of device and delivery interface, such as a mouthpiece or mask.
How Is Aerosol Therapy Provided at Home?
The aim of aerosol therapy is to deliver medication directly to the site where it needs to act.
At home, treatment uses an aerosol generator, a small medication chamber known as a nebulizer cup and an inhalation interface such as a mouthpiece or mask.
Benefits of Aerosol Therapy
By delivering medication directly into the respiratory tract, aerosol therapy provides targeted administration and rapid action while minimizing systemic side effects. Once the technique has been learned, treatment is straightforward to use and is suitable for both children and older adults.
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What Equipment Is Used?
- Jet Nebulizers
- Vibrating Mesh Nebulizers
- Ultrasonic Nebulizers
- Sonic and Manosonic Nebulizers
Different types of medical nebulizer may be used according to the condition and prescription: jet nebulizers, vibrating mesh nebulizers, ultrasonic nebulizers for humidification, and sonic or manosonic nebulizers for ENT treatment.
SOS Oxygène technicians visit your home to install the equipment, check that it is working correctly and support you in using it.
How Does SOS Oxygène Support Patients Receiving Aerosol Therapy?
As a specialist in home respiratory care, SOS Oxygène supports patients who require aerosol therapy at every stage of their care.
Coordination with the Prescribing Physician
Equipment Installation and Safety Checks
Replacement of Consumable Items