Product Specifications
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Product Overview
The Hood Laboratories Eliachar LRV-4008 Speaking Valve is designed to restore natural speech and improve respiratory function for tracheostomy patients. This one-way valve allows airflow into the tracheostomy tube while redirecting exhaled air through the upper airway, enabling vocalization and facilitating swallowing.
Key Features:
- Enhances phonation and speech clarity for tracheostomy-dependent individuals.
- Permits normal exhalation through the upper airway, improving olfactory and respiratory function.
- Lightweight and low-profile design for comfortable wearing.
- Compatible with standard tracheostomy tubes (inner cannula required).
- Easy to attach and remove for cleaning and maintenance.
Specifications:
- Material: Medical-grade silicone
- Size: Fits standard adult tracheostomy tubes
- Valve Type: One-way (inhalation open, exhalation redirected)
- Sterility: Non-sterile, reusable (requires regular cleaning)
Suggested Use:
Attach the Eliachar LRV-4008 Speaking Valve securely to the tracheostomy tube's hub while ensuring proper alignment. Verify functionality by observing unidirectional airflow during inhalation and exhalation. Clean daily with mild soap and water to maintain hygiene and performance. Ideal for use under medical supervision for patients rehabilitated for phonation post-tracheostomy.
