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Freespira is the only FDA-cleared treatment device proven to reduce or eliminate panic attacks and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. Unlike medication or talk therapy, in 28 days Freespira addresses the underlying breathing irregularities for individuals suffering from these debilitating anxiety conditions. Freespira’s at-home treatment is available to Veterans with VA benefits.
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Freespira is the only FDA-cleared treatment device proven to reduce or eliminate panic attacks and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. Unlike medication or talk therapy, in 28 days Freespira addresses the underlying breathing irregularities for individuals suffering from these debilitating anxiety conditions. Freespira’s at-home treatment is available to Veterans with VA benefits.
HOW FREESPIRA HELPS
Living with anxiety attacks or PTSD symptoms is hard
Typical traumatic stress or panic disorder symptoms may include:
CHEST PAINS
SHORTNESS OF BREATH
UNCOMFORTABLE FLASHBACKS
Freespira is an at-home treatment option for PTSD symptoms and panic disorder, making mental health care access easier and more convenient for Veterans in both urban and rural locations.
The Results
Proven to help Veterans3
To assess Freespira, researchers from the VA Palo Alto Health Care System recruited local community members diagnosed with trauma. After participating in the 28-day Freespira treatment, a majority of patients enrolled in the study reported significant clinical improvement, with many achieving remission.
Ostacher, et al., 2021
SURVEY RESULTS
Veterans report sleep problems, panic attacks and anxiety as most troubling symptoms4
The symptoms survey respondents say they most want to resolve:
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Inability to stay calm in difficult life situations
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Difficulty being present with family and friends
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Experiencing panic attacks and general anxiety
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Not sleeping consistently through the night
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Problems controlling anger or frustration
Freespira is easy to use, with 77% average adherence to the twice-a-day treatment over the 28-day protocol among participants in a study by VA researchers. (Ostacher et al., 2021)
Freespira is shipped directly to the patient's home after it has been authorized by the VA.
Freespira is the only FDA-cleared, medication-free digital therapeutic treatment proven to reduce or eliminate PTSD symptoms and panic attacks.
Freespira coaches provide one-on-one training and tech support on how to use the system. (Coaches do not provide clinical care.*)
"Since completing Freespira, I am able to control my anger, and I am not as depressed anymore. I've learned to cope better and am functioning well. I enjoy family activities again, and my family enjoys being around me, too. Freespira gave me an outlet to control my symptoms so I'm able to function in everyday life."
—Gary, Sergeant First Class
United States Army, Retired
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Freespira can be used with talk therapy and medication.
After authorization, veterans will receive the Freespira system, which includes a sensor, a small breath-sampling tube (cannula), and a tablet with an app.
Dedicated coaches provide virtual one-on-one training and tech support as needed during the 28-day treatment.* The treatment corrects irregular breathing patterns—underlying physiologic factors with PTSD and repeated anxiety attacks—and trains the body to reduce or eliminate them.
Freespira is listed on the Federal Supply Schedule 65lla – 36F79720D0158, through our SDVOSB partner, Franklin Young International, Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, they provide training, tech support, encouragement and help the Veteran successfully complete treatment. This support was a component of the studies that formed the basis of the FDA clearances.
No, the equipment is only used for 17 minutes, twice daily (unlike remote monitoring devices, which are continuous). In addition, physiologic data (carbon dioxide levels and respiration rates) are uploaded after the session is complete so the user cannot be monitored in real time.
Freespira is a treatment that utilizes a medical device to enable the treatment protocol.
Neither. The equipment is provided for use during the treatment period along with training, coaching and reporting. There is a one-time fee for all necessary elements of the treatment.
The referring provider maintains clinical oversight. If requested, the provider can access a secure server with session records to see progress during the 28-day treatment. In addition, if requested, the referring provider will receive a post-treatment summary report via a secure email after treatment is complete.
Freespira received FDA clearance based on a 28-day protocol with weekly changes to targeted breathing rates.
Resources for Veterans
INFORMATION GUIDE
Benefit Overview
for Veterans
BLOG ARTICLE
3 Big Ideas about Veterans, PTSD, & Nontraditional Therapies
