Usually, there is a marker placed by your doctor that tells you how big of a breath you should take.Ī smaller piece in the spirometer looks like a ball or disk.Try to get this piece to rise as high as you can.

Make sure you make a good seal over the mouthpiece with your lips.Ī piece in the incentive spirometer will rise as you breathe in.

A device called an incentive spirometer can help you take deep breaths correctly.īy using the incentive spirometer every 1 to 2 hours, or as instructed by your provider, you can take an active role in your recovery and keep your lungs healthy. Many people feel weak and sore after surgery and taking big breaths can be uncomfortable.