Description
After I got my tracheostomy, I was on supplemental oxygen. We got this concentrator from our DME.
Oxygen concentrator
Supplemental oxygen is not recommended for people with ALS because we have difficulty breathing not getting oxygen. But I needed more help.
Additional information
| Steve’s ALS stage | Late |
|---|---|
| ALS toolboxes | |
| Ventilation type | Invasive, Noninvasive |
We are using these stages to help you understand when these tools and apps were most effective for Steve.
EARLY STAGE | July 2021 – November 2022
From first symptoms to the walker
Key points
• No ventilation
• Able to walk without help
• Limited upper limb function
MIDDLE STAGE | November 2022 – August 2023
From walker to power chair
Key points
• Limited ventilation with an NIV
• Help needed to transfer
• Limited upper and lower limb function
• Work transitions
• Supplemental nutrition through feeding tube
LATE STAGE | August 2023 – Current
Power chair
Key points
• 50% to full time ventilation
• From NIV to tracheostomy
• Lift transfers
• Loss of limb function
• Most nutrition through feeding tube
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