Real Lives Saved

A Texas family shares how they used ArixMed during 10+ choking emergencies caused by Parkinson's-related swallowing difficulty — at home, in the car, and while traveling. Real Story #1382.

After a piece of chicken blocked his airway, 70-year-old Charles used ArixMed himself while standing at home in Magnolia, Texas. His second attempt cleared the obstruction, and he was able to breathe again.

When another choking emergency happened at home, Ryan’s family was prepared with ArixMed. A reminder that preparation can make all the difference when every second counts.

On August 11, 2026, Chris, a 58-year-old man, was eating dinner at home when a piece of potato blocked his airway. Alone at home, Chris tried to clear the obstruction, but it wouldn’t come out. He then used the ArixMed Choking Rescue Device himself and successfully cleared his airway after three attempts. Chris’s story...

A terrifying at-home choking incident with an 18-month-old girl ended safely after her family used the ArixMed anti-choking suction tool when standard back slaps failed to remove lodged plastic.