Shiley speaking valve is designed for patients who are alert, awake and can breathe independently. A speaking valve shouldn?t be used with a cuffed tracheostomy tube because the patient may not be able to exhale air. It directs airflow past the vocal cords, giving patients the ability to speak without finger occlusion.
Features
- Optional oxygen supplement port and cap.
- Convenient hinged cap allows easy cleaning.
- Valve design helps minimize work of breathing.
- Lightweight valve minimizes additional pressure on stoma site.
- Connector adapts to most tracheostomy tubes, including pediatric sizes.
- Valve reduces hygiene and infection concerns compared to finger occlusions.
- Air flow through oral and nasal chambers decreases secretions, increases smelling ability and improves swallowing.