How do patients benefit from Vapotherm?

Humidity.
The Vapotherm output is close to 100% relative humidity at body temperature or above and below. Respiratory water loss can be greatly reduced or eliminated, and the high humidity has been found to help mobilize thickened airway secretions.

Warmth.
Vapor-saturated respiratory gases are delivered at or above body temperature, so there is no cooling of the airway. Most sensation of nasal flow comes from airway cooling, so even at high flows there is very little sensation with the Vapotherm.

Comfort.
The warmth and high humidity contribute to patient comfort. Most patients report that they prefer Vapotherm therapy with a nasal cannula to the use of face masks. Vapotherm use relieves airway irritation, soreness and dryness.

High Flow.
Because the Vapotherm is so comfortable to use, high flows are possible. Patients needing high flows of oxygen benefit particularly because they can use a cannula instead of a face mask, and high nasal flow may also reduce shortness of breath and improve gas exchange.

Convenience.
A face mask makes it difficult to eat and talk, and may cause distress in claustrophobic patients. The nasal cannula is comparatively unobtrusive and causes much less interference with daily activities.