Frequently Asked Questions

WellO2 is suitable for almost anyone looking to strengthen their breathing muscles and incorporate guided breathing exercises into their daily routine.

During breathing exercises, warm steam helps open and moisturise the airways, while adjustable breathing resistance strengthens the inspiratory and expiratory breathing muscles.

Many people use WellO2 for:

• Daily breathing exercises
• Respiratory muscle training
• Sports and recovery routines
• Voice care
• Nasal breathing exercises
• Supporting nasal breathing before bedtime
• People who snore and want to practise nasal breathing
• Warm steam in dry indoor environments
• Evening breathing and relaxation routines
  

If you have a medical condition or are unsure whether WellO2 is suitable for you, consult your healthcare professional before starting breathing exercises.

Do not use the device if you have had:

• Pneumothorax
• A recent disease or injury of the tympanic membrane
• A recent surgical operation on your head, chest or abdomen

If you are unsure whether WellO2 is suitable for you, consult your healthcare professional before beginning breathing exercises.

If you have a mild respiratory infection without fever and already use WellO2 regularly, many people choose to continue gentle breathing exercises using the lowest resistance setting.

Keep the sessions short and always listen to your body. If breathing exercises increase discomfort or cause pain, stop using the device and consult your healthcare professional.

If you're starting WellO2 for the first time, it is generally better to begin once you have recovered.

Many people with long-term respiratory conditions include WellO2 as part of their daily breathing exercise routine.

Guided breathing exercises help strengthen the breathing muscles, while warm steam helps open and moisturise the airways.

If you have a diagnosed respiratory condition or receive ongoing treatment, consult your healthcare professional before starting any new breathing exercise programme.

Many people choose to use WellO2 during allergy season as part of their daily breathing routine.

Warm steam helps moisturise the airways during breathing exercises, while regular breathing training helps strengthen the breathing muscles.

If you use allergy medication, continue using it according to your healthcare professional's advice.

Many people living with respiratory conditions include breathing exercises as part of their daily routine.

WellO2 combines warm steam with breathing resistance to strengthen the breathing muscles and support everyday respiratory wellness.

Because everyone's situation is different, we recommend discussing breathing exercises with your healthcare professional before starting if you have a diagnosed respiratory condition.

Many people who snore include WellO2 in their evening routine.

Using the nasal mask allows warm steam and breathing resistance to be directed through the nose while exercising. Exhaling through the nose against gentle resistance helps train the muscles involved in nasal breathing.

Many users report improvements in their nighttime breathing and snoring after regular use. Individual experiences vary.

Yes. Children can use WellO2 under adult supervision.

We recommend starting with the lowest resistance and lowest steam temperature. If needed, the device can remain on a table while using the extension hose or nasal mask.

Children under 12 should always use the device under adult supervision.

Many people use breathing exercises during pregnancy as part of their daily wellness routine.

During pregnancy we recommend using the lowest resistance setting and always listening to your body.

If you have any concerns, consult your healthcare professional before beginning breathing exercises.

Yes. WellO2 is based on established principles of breathing resistance training combined with warm steam inhalation.

Clinical studies have shown improvements in inspiratory muscle strength following regular WellO2 training. You can learn more on our Clinical Evidence page.

You can tell your doctor about the basic principles of the WellO2 device, which combine breathing training against resistance with warm steam inhalation.

In WellO2 training, you breathe against resistance during both inhalation and exhalation, and the level of resistance can be smoothly adjusted to suit your needs. As you inhale, the device generates warm steam, with the temperature selectable from three different settings. The WellO2 device allows for training to be conducted through either the mouth or the nose, offering flexibility in how you choose to use it.

Resistance breathing devices are commonly used in hospitals for rehabilitation, for example, to support mucus clearance treatments. In these devices, the breathing resistance is usually less than 20 cmH2O. The breathing resistance of the WellO2 device ranges from a minimum of 15 cmH2O to a maximum of 120 cmH2O. Thus, the WellO2 device offers higher resistance, which activates the muscles for both exhalation and inhalation, increasing their strength.

The principle of exhalation in the WellO2 device is similar to the use of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP). It expands small constricted airways, enhances gas exchange, and calms and deepens breathing.

Inhalation resistance enhances chest mobility and increases available space in the lungs. It also effectively activates respiratory muscles, especially the diaphragm, and improves breathing technique.

The warm steam from the WellO2 breathing trainer increases moisture balance in the upper airways and moisturizes and rehabilitates the respiratory mucosa. Additionally, it enhances the function of cilia in the respiratory tract.

We are happy to provide healthcare professionals with more information about the WellO2 breathing trainer and WellO2 training! Healthcare professionals can schedule a presentation for themselves or their team via email: info@wello2.com.