Sudden medical conditions, injuries, or old age could take you to the point in life when you or your loved ones would require artificial respiration aid or supplemental oxygen therapy. When coming to terms with such situations you would usually consult a medical professional. 

You will feel empowered if you continue to learn about your condition, treatment options, and other resources. 

Your physician may recommend one or more medical devices to you as part of your supplemental oxygen prescription. You will be concerned about mobility, no matter how small it is. 

You will be able to decide whether a portable oxygen concentrator is a suitable choice for you. 

What is a portable oxygen concentrator, you ask? 

The oxygen dispensing appliance you would see in a hospital, or a clinic needs a continuous supply of various gases through pipes or requires big canisters of concentrated oxygen connected to it. Here, an oxygen portable machine absorbs oxygen that is naturally available around you and then dispenses it for the users' consumption. 

You are wondering what other factors could make your life easier? 

You might consider a smaller and lighter version that can be used on your mobile device. 

These are where portable oxygen concentrators can help.

You can move quickly with their portability. 

Most portable oxygen concentrator makers offer backpack and bag options for easy transportation. Portable oxygen concentrators often come with a backpack or bag option.

This allows you to use your concentrator in any household outlet. Portable oxygen concentrators can be smaller than your knees and are box-like. 

Despite these minor differences, most portable oxygen concentrators share many of the same components. 

Most portable oxygen concentrators have a settings panel where you can locate: 

You will also find the replacement intake filter on the unit. This can be cleaned and then reinserted into your machine in many cases. 

The machine usually has two additional jacks/fittings, which include: 

It is crucial to know how the settings panel functions when choosing a portable oxygen concentrator. There is no need to mess with the electronic controls. 

What does a portable oxygen concentrator do? 

You will find practical manuals for most devices that provide information on setting up the device and how to use it. You do not need to get out your science textbook. 

You may initially think it sounds complicated or even scary. But a portable oxygen concentrator works by following a simple, tested, and reliable process.

Here is how an oxygen concentrator operates: 

You can use portable oxygen concentrators anywhere, whether in your living area, the park, or onboard a plane.