PN Medical offers The Breather family of handheld, FDA‑cleared respiratory muscle training devices that provide adjustable inspiratory and expiratory resistance for drug‑free lung and cardiac health, vocal performance, and athletic conditioning. Users follow short daily sessions via the Breather Coach app, which tracks progress and tailors resistance, helping improve oxygen saturation, VO₂ max, cough flow, and breath support across health, vocal, and sports applications.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Many individuals experience reduced lung capacity, breathlessness, and limited physical or vocal performance due to weak respiratory muscles, yet there are few affordable, drug‑free tools that provide targeted, evidence‑based training for these muscles.
Solution
The Breather family of devices from PN Medical delivers calibrated respiratory muscle training (cRMT) through a compact, handheld unit that offers adjustable inspiratory and expiratory resistance. Users select a resistance level and perform short daily sessions guided by the Breather Coach mobile app, which tracks progress and adjusts difficulty. The platform includes three variants: The Breather for general health and cardiac support, Breather Voice for singers, speakers, and wind instrument players, and Breather Fit for athletes and military personnel. By strengthening the diaphragm and accessory breathing muscles, the devices improve oxygen saturation, VO₂ max, peak cough flow, and vocal endurance without medication. Clinical evidence and FDA Class 1 clearance support the safety and efficacy of the training regimen.
Target Audience
Primary customers include individuals seeking to improve respiratory health, singers and professional speakers, and athletes or military personnel aiming to boost cardio performance and stamina.
Features
- Adjustable resistance settings (6 inspiratory, 5 expiratory) covering a wide pressure range for both impaired and healthy users
- Compact, lightweight (1.6 oz) handheld design suitable for single‑user, portable use
- Integrated with the Breather Coach app for guided 5‑10 minute daily sessions, progress tracking, and personalized training plans
- FDA Class 1 cleared device with documented clinical benefits for lung function, cardiovascular performance, and vocal strength
- Variant-specific training protocols: The Breather (general health), Breather Voice (vocal support), Breather Fit (athletic performance)
- Easy cleaning and optional sterilization procedures to maintain hygiene for frequent use