Nebulisers and steamers have different functions. The former breaks down water into tiny droplets to deliver it to your lungs, the latter moisturises your throat. Most medical advice that I've read suggests steam for the voice. Also, nebulisers can send something nasty into your lungs if you don't keep them absolutely clean.
A heads up - you're not actually supposed to use water in a nebulizer, definitely not tap, bottled, or distilled water. Sterile water may be ok, but to reap the benefits that steaming can't offer (particularly for singers), a saline solution is recommended. While both steaming and nebulising are valuable for singers, they serve different purposes. Steaming hydrates your voice externally (as opposed to drinking water, for example, which hydrates from the inside). It increases vocal fold flexibility, helps reduce hoarseness, can help thin out mucus, helps reduce tension (due to the heat), and there's no risk of lung infection because the particles are too large to enter the lungs. It can aid with vocal recovery after a long/high effort vocal session. Nebulising with a 0.9% saline solution (again, not just water) has been shown to decrease phonation threshold pressure (PTP). In other words, it helps reduce the amount of effort needed to get your vocal cords vibrating and producing sound. It's great before singing/performing, particularly if your voice is feeling a little less responsive. Like steaming, it also assists with surface hydration. The particles, however, are smaller and reach deep in your airway, so it's really important that you clean the nebulizer after each use to ensure it stays clean and your lungs stay healthy.
Drinking water hydrates your vocal cords systematically not internally, meaning that it hydrates your body first, which then hydrates your vocal cords. Drinking water cannot directly hydrate vocal cords since water goes through the oesophagus (where food goes), and not the trachea (where air goes, and where vocal cords are). So yeah, drinking water to hydrate the vocal cord is a total myth, even though it's still good to drink water.
@@FirebrandVOCALS I'm in Canada and use the MedPro SONAIR Ultrasonic Mesh Nebulizer. It's portable and it works great. I also know a lot of people in US who just opted to go with what they could find on Amazon and have generally been happy as well.
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or nebulizer (which did you try) greatly reduce phlegm enough to where it didn't junk up your vocal chords while singing?
i have NEVER heard of echinacea being bad for vocals or hot steam either so now i gotta study both those statements lol. thanks so much for the video though
Adam, is the steam that comes out of the nebulizer warm? Also, is the nebulizer chargeable, battery operated or both? TIA And congratulations on getting your voice back, in my opinion you have a very nice speaking voice. Perhaps you might consider doing audio books or voice over work. It can be tedious at first but easy to adapt to. Thanks for the video as well.
Thanks for the info, Adam! I'm Interested in purchasing the 'Blue Air Angel Nebulizer' you demo'd at your affiliate link but unfortunately, I'm getting a 'Page Not Found' error. Did your link expire? It doesn't seem to be available for consumer purchase anywhere online.
What did you wind up with and; If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or nebulizer, (which did you use) greatly reduce phlegm enough to where it didn't junk up your vocal chords while singing?
I suggest you update this video because using water which may have varying particles in it could lead to an infection or something Apparently isotonic saline solution only
Thank you for such valuable information, as a singer I want to use your link to buy the nebulizer. You said to add only water and that's great, now i have a question. Does the nebulizer come with any Albuterol Sulfate integrated within the device? I'm just concerned because if you inhale Albuterol Sulfate without having asthma or other bronchial issues you can end up with tachycardia.
Don't rely on this... This is all wrong information... Nebuliser is a completely different product than steamer... It can not possibly replace steamer... Only because it is small enough to be carried in your pocket 😉😂
@@bikersoncall I believe it does ! Sort of how a netti pot gets the phlegm to pour out of your nose . The steam can loosen it up just enough for you to cough it out ! Steam and tea are your best friends when you’re dealing with phlegm . Steam is a singer’s best friend , even on a good day !
itssand If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or nebulizer, (which did you try) greatly reduce phlegm enough to where it didn't junk up your vocal chords while singing?
Hi Adam! The link for the Blue Angel one seems to be redirecting to something different from what you have in the video (and different, lower price too), would you recommend that one as well? Hesitating here!
Are you just using it through the mouth? Does it come with a nasal mask as well? I'm not sure how using it orally will help my nasal passage which is where I have most of my problems.
Hodaya Yahshar’el I don’t know if it really did anything for me. I figured out a way to breathe it in without coughing, but the benefits I expected for singing wasn’t really there. What I bought came with an extension for mouth and/or nasal passage. I don’t know what your situation is, but I feel like you could save some money and just steam some water from the stove. Wrap a towel around your head and the pot (cover them together with the towel so the steam can’t go anywhere but to your face) breathe in the steam for 15 minutes. Has cosmetic benefits too. If you want something more frequent and convenient, then this guy has some good products. But if you want to save some money, you can probably just use steam off a stove and maybe get creative with filtering the steam to go directly into your nose.
@@seraphlazuli6251 thank you thank you. He sort of frightened me when he said hot steam can mess up vocal chords. But the nebulizer is pretty expensive to not get major benefits. I'll stick to your way!!!
@@sylviassuccess I just bought one. It is cheaper on Amazon. I like because I can take it with me. The venue where i sing dries me out so bad. Time will tell whether it really helps. Mine was under 49 bucks.
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Nebulisers and steamers have different functions. The former breaks down water into tiny droplets to deliver it to your lungs, the latter moisturises your throat. Most medical advice that I've read suggests steam for the voice. Also, nebulisers can send something nasty into your lungs if you don't keep them absolutely clean.
Thank you Sir. Your explanation is simple yet powerful and easy to understand
A heads up - you're not actually supposed to use water in a nebulizer, definitely not tap, bottled, or distilled water. Sterile water may be ok, but to reap the benefits that steaming can't offer (particularly for singers), a saline solution is recommended. While both steaming and nebulising are valuable for singers, they serve different purposes. Steaming hydrates your voice externally (as opposed to drinking water, for example, which hydrates from the inside). It increases vocal fold flexibility, helps reduce hoarseness, can help thin out mucus, helps reduce tension (due to the heat), and there's no risk of lung infection because the particles are too large to enter the lungs. It can aid with vocal recovery after a long/high effort vocal session. Nebulising with a 0.9% saline solution (again, not just water) has been shown to decrease phonation threshold pressure (PTP). In other words, it helps reduce the amount of effort needed to get your vocal cords vibrating and producing sound. It's great before singing/performing, particularly if your voice is feeling a little less responsive. Like steaming, it also assists with surface hydration. The particles, however, are smaller and reach deep in your airway, so it's really important that you clean the nebulizer after each use to ensure it stays clean and your lungs stay healthy.
@karly_epp Is there any particular Nebuliser you would recommend? Many thanks!
Drinking water hydrates your vocal cords systematically not internally, meaning that it hydrates your body first, which then hydrates your vocal cords. Drinking water cannot directly hydrate vocal cords since water goes through the oesophagus (where food goes), and not the trachea (where air goes, and where vocal cords are). So yeah, drinking water to hydrate the vocal cord is a total myth, even though it's still good to drink water.
@@FirebrandVOCALS I'm in Canada and use the MedPro SONAIR Ultrasonic Mesh Nebulizer. It's portable and it works great. I also know a lot of people in US who just opted to go with what they could find on Amazon and have generally been happy as well.
Finally! Took me 25 videos to show me how to correctly use this machine!! Thank you 👍
I've been thinking about picking up some kind of steamer. This HAS been quite helpful! Thanks Adam!
My pleasure! Glad you found it helpful!
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer'
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
@@bikersoncall you know what. I never ended up trying it.
Thanks man, appreciate the reply.@@JewishMusicToronto
They do make cordless steamers. I would love to know your thoughts on the nebulizer vs cordless steamer.
Just what I needed to know!
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or
nebulizer (which did you try)
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
Hua Chenyu is a very charming singer～
"Child"..This song is my fav
THX 😊😊
Thanks for the information 👏🏻
i have NEVER heard of echinacea being bad for vocals or hot steam either so now i gotta study both those statements lol. thanks so much for the video though
Hiya, there are a lot of good questions in this comments section but no answers. Can you answer the questions? Thank you kindly
How many minutes a day should someone inhale the nebulizer steam?
First time I've ever seen a singer prefer a nubulizer over a steamer. Steamers definitely make way more sense if it's being used for voice purposes
Adam, is the steam that comes out of the nebulizer warm? Also, is the nebulizer chargeable, battery operated or both? TIA
And congratulations on getting your voice back, in my opinion you have a very nice speaking voice. Perhaps you might consider doing audio books or voice over work. It can be tedious at first but easy to adapt to. Thanks for the video as well.
Non of them do unless has cord attached to electric.
i think the background music is perfect. correct volume and a happy easy tune. cheers
Please lose the DIY background music!!
Don’t be mean.
@@girlmusician24 feedback isn't mean
I like it ❤️❤️❤️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Hi, I was told its best to use isotonic, 0.9% sterile saline with a nebuliser, is this true?
Kyle Michael Tague Yes. You cannot put water in a nebulizer. And the saline is hydrating for the vocal folds
@@breshaeecolin can you tell me if vocal steamer or nubilizer is better?
Which did you try which worked,
how long did you use before singing?@@torikelly7405
Thanks for the info, Adam! I'm Interested in purchasing the 'Blue Air Angel Nebulizer' you demo'd at your affiliate link but unfortunately, I'm getting a 'Page Not Found' error. Did your link expire? It doesn't seem to be available for consumer purchase anywhere online.
What did you wind up with and;
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer'
or nebulizer, (which did you use)
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
I suggest you update this video because using water which may have varying particles in it could lead to an infection or something
Apparently isotonic saline solution only
Could you provide a link to the reasearch on nebulisers you are talking about, please?
I guess not lol, typical though...
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer'
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
Thank you...
You should use saline not normal water.
Water from the sea?
You can by saline solution ,it's not sea water
just very close to our own tears etc..@@torikelly7405
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Thank you for such valuable information, as a singer I want to use your link to buy the nebulizer. You said to add only water and that's great, now i have a question. Does the nebulizer come with any Albuterol Sulfate integrated within the device? I'm just concerned because if you inhale Albuterol Sulfate without having asthma or other bronchial issues you can end up with tachycardia.
Don't rely on this... This is all wrong information... Nebuliser is a completely different product than steamer... It can not possibly replace steamer... Only because it is small enough to be carried in your pocket 😉😂
Sumit .... so is it wrong to use very tiny filtered natural medicinal water in a nebulizer?
@@-Keyboard-Warrior. can you tell me how vocal steamer helps?
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or nebulizer
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
I love Ordinary Path by Hua Chenyu. Please do a reaction video on this song. This beautiful song really touch my heart.
I have loved this new arrangement so much.
There is a feeling of washing the soul.
For how long can i use them each day? Like hours? And before or after singing?
I steam about 6 times a day (because I'm crazy) just until it runs out ! You can steam as much as you want :)
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer'
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?@@EmiPellegrinoMusic
@@bikersoncall I believe it does ! Sort of how a netti pot gets the phlegm to pour out of your nose . The steam can loosen it up just enough for you to cough it out ! Steam and tea are your best friends when you’re dealing with phlegm . Steam is a singer’s best friend , even on a good day !
Sing riptide please 😁
Who is watching this in 2023 ?
Useful information
Can i add herbs
Can I just use water instead of putting medicine in this inhaler? And does the water/steam come out warm to help vocal cords?
Yes. That's how I use it.
What is the product name of that nebulizer ..may i know pls? Thanks
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itssand
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or nebulizer,
(which did you try)
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
You need to cord electric to get warm steam is much better .
3:44 nebula smaller water drop than steam
4:44 can move around
Hi Adam! The link for the Blue Angel one seems to be redirecting to something different from what you have in the video (and different, lower price too), would you recommend that one as well? Hesitating here!
If you are a singer, did a 'Steamer' or...
greatly reduce phlegm enough to
where it didn't junk up your vocal chords
while singing?
@@bikersoncall not sure.. I've barely ever used it
Thanks...@@alexiswoodbury7326
Which is good forvallergy
Hi , is it better to use the nebuliser with sodium chloride 0.9% ?
Yes. It is. That is what I use and research has shown that it is more effective with saline
@@adammishan why didn't u say that in the video?
@@frankzap6231 is steamer or nebulizer better?
I thought you said in another comment that
you just use water... ?@@adammishan
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Can someone sleep with a Cool Mist Inhaler mask on?
The vapour that comes out of the nebulizer, is it hot?
No. Have a great day ❤
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For a nebulizer, should I use distilled water?
No. I have a nebulizer and the instructions say not to use distilled or purified water. The best thing to use is 0.9% saline solution.
Thankyou
@@TeanoZ does it work?
I bought my nebulizer, but I’m not sure if it is helping me at all. It just makes me cough.
Are you just using it through the mouth? Does it come with a nasal mask as well? I'm not sure how using it orally will help my nasal passage which is where I have most of my problems.
Hodaya Yahshar’el I don’t know if it really did anything for me. I figured out a way to breathe it in without coughing, but the benefits I expected for singing wasn’t really there. What I bought came with an extension for mouth and/or nasal passage.
I don’t know what your situation is, but I feel like you could save some money and just steam some water from the stove. Wrap a towel around your head and the pot (cover them together with the towel so the steam can’t go anywhere but to your face) breathe in the steam for 15 minutes. Has cosmetic benefits too.
If you want something more frequent and convenient, then this guy has some good products. But if you want to save some money, you can probably just use steam off a stove and maybe get creative with filtering the steam to go directly into your nose.
@@seraphlazuli6251 thank you thank you. He sort of frightened me when he said hot steam can mess up vocal chords. But the nebulizer is pretty expensive to not get major benefits. I'll stick to your way!!!
@@sylviassuccess I just bought one. It is cheaper on Amazon. I like because I can take it with me. The venue where i sing dries me out so bad. Time will tell whether it really helps. Mine was under 49 bucks.
@@rebeccaw68 oh, awesome keep me posted please. Seems I'm becoming allergic to everything so portability would be nice
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Please react to asian singing I mean pakistani and indian singing!
I would really appreciate that ..
React to "Naina moray" produced in coke studio pakistan. Please its a request.
Thumbs down because of music over speech. FADE THAT SHIT OUT!