PEP devices & spacers

Handheld devices for airway clearance, breathing exercises and inhaled medication. We stock the Acapella Choice vibratory PEP system, the Aerobika OPEP device, the Double Action IMT/PEP breathing trainer, and Breath-A-Tech spacers with or without a silicone face mask.

6 Products Found

PEP devices and spacers compared

DeviceWhat it doesTypical use
PEP / OPEP device (Acapella, Aerobika)Creates resistance, and in OPEP devices vibration, as you breathe outAirway clearance routines set by a physiotherapist
IMT/PEP trainerAdds resistance to breathing in or outBreathing muscle training and exercises
SpacerHolds medication from a puffer so it can be inhaled more easilyAsthma and COPD puffers; face mask option for people who can't use a mouthpiece
Airway clearance devices work best as part of a routine set up by your physiotherapist or respiratory team. Spacers are for single patient use.

For more intensive airway clearance, see cough assist. For nebulised medication, see nebulisers.