COPD makes every breath a battle.
If you’re living with COPD and struggling with traditional breathing support, you’re not alone.
Many patients find masks uncomfortable, difficult to tolerate, and hard to live with. There may be another approach worth discussing with your care team.
The struggle is real
For many COPD patients, breathing support may be necessary — but that does not mean it is easy to live with.
Masks can feel uncomfortable and restrictive.
Skin irritation, sores, and pressure may make it hard to keep going.
Sleep is often disrupted, leaving you more tired.
For some patients, mask-based support can be difficult to tolerate.
That’s why some are exploring a different, external approach.
A solution that works with you
Biphasic cuirass ventilation (BCV) is a clinician-configurable respiratory support modality delivered using The Hayek system, a prescription medical device. It may be used in both hospital and home care settings to provide non-invasive external ventilation through a cuirass shell. The system can also assist with secretion clearance management as part of a broader respiratory care plan. Use and configuration are determined by the prescribing clinician in accordance with FDA-cleared device labeling.
- External chest wall approach
- Does not require an airway interface
- Configured by a prescribing clinician
- May be considered in appropriate patients
Next Steps
A simple pathway to learn whether this approach may be appropriate.
Connect
Request information and speak with a care team.
Evaluation
A licensed provider evaluates your needs and works with your physician.
Setup
If prescribed, equipment is provided by a home care provider.
Support
Ongoing support and financing options may be available.
Flexible payment options may be available
For patients working with a licensed provider, financing options may be available to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
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Important: This information is intended for patients with chronic respiratory conditions such as COPD. It is not intended for individuals seeking treatment for sleep apnea alone.