A steam inhaler is a special device, with the help of which a fast and effective delivery of a drug to the upper respiratory tract is carried out.
Manufacturers of medical equipment today present a lot of options and models of these devices. Steam inhalers are considered the best assistants in maintaining a healthy skin and respiratory tract. These devices are used at home in the treatment and prevention of various ailments.
The steam inhaler is equipped with a special funnel that closes the nose and mouth. With this element, medicines, herbal infusions, or aromatic oils enter the lungs in the form of steam.
These devices are simply indispensable for people of such professions as welders, singers, teachers. Steam inhalers are very effective not only in the treatment of diseases. With their help, you can also strengthen the immune system.
When choosing a steam inhaler, it is necessary to take into account the patient's age, especially his body. In addition, you need to know for what purposes this device will be used.
A steam inhaler is perfect for warming the upper respiratory tract. In addition, with its help it is possible to carry out treatment with essential oils.
This device must be present in the house, where colds often occur . Carrying out inhalation not only helps to soften the nasopharynx and trachea, but also liquefies and eliminates sputum. Strengthen the effect of the procedures with the help of essential oils. However, before using them, make sure that they do not contain allergy-causing components.
It should be noted that steam baths not only have a beneficial effect on the state of the respiratory tract. As practice shows, inhalations contribute to the gentle cleansing of skin pores. This property has been successfully applied in beauty salons.
Depending on the principle of operation, inhalers can also be compressor or ultrasonic. The latest models are compact, noiseless. This allows them to be used to treat children. It should be noted that ultrasound models are usually very expensive. For them, you need to buy supplies (gels, special cups, other devices). In this case, compressor inhalers cause less problems.
However, devices with a steam principle of operation in comparison with the above models are more accessible. In addition, these are the simplest devices for inhalation at home. They are distinguished by reliability and safety.
It should be noted that the vapors released during the heating of the drug penetrate deep enough into the respiratory tract. This ensures high treatment efficiency.
In addition, inhalation helps to increase the overall tone of the body. This is especially true during the offseason.
Since the main effect occurs on the upper region of the respiratory tract, it is advisable to apply the procedures for the development of acute or chronic diseases of the paranasal sinuses, nasal cavity, inflammatory diseases of the pharynx and larynx, stomatitis.
According to some reports, one treatment procedure is comparable in its effect to a weekly course of taking tablets or injecting.
An important advantage of steam models is the ability to control the temperature of the outgoing steam. Thus, it is possible to make adjustments according to individual needs. However, it should be noted that the temperature of the steam will not exceed 37.5 degrees.