A spirometer can be used for a number of reasons such as for testing of Pulmonary Function Tests
Many lung diseases can be ruled out via a Spirometer.
They can assess the effect of the medication and whether or not the medication needs to be adjusted
They measure the progress of the disease treatment
They are optimal for checking the lung function before someone undergoes surgery
They have the ability to measure if chemicals in work environment affect lung function
Can help find the cause of shortness of breath and other lung-related conditions, diseases, and problems
Respiratory therapy can help a wide range of patients and a wide range of respiratory diseases. Respiratory Therapy benefits the following diseases:
Asthma
Emphysema
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Bronchitis
Cystic Fibrosis
Lung Cancer
Pneumonia
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Most of these conditions can be diagnosed by a Spirometer.