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Equipment - Custom Fit + Protocol Included

The device that
lifts the sternum.
With the protocol.

Most vacuum bells come with a manual that tells you how the device works. What you actually need is a protocol that tells you how to get results. That's what this includes. Custom-fitted to your chest anatomy, with the session structure, suction progression, paired exercises, and milestone tracking system the manufacturer doesn't provide.

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Success rate (peer-reviewed)
10+
Years using & recommending
1,000+
People helped with VB
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How the vacuum bell actually works - and why most people use it wrong.

Session structure, suction progression, and the protocol that turns the device into actual sternal elevation.

Vacuum bell therapy

11 min · protocol walkthrough

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The Problem

The device works.
The protocol is
what's missing.

Do you know what suction level is right for your severity? How many sessions per day - and for how long? What your skin response should look like after each one? Most people using vacuum bells never get answers to these questions. And every week without the right protocol is a week of correction they don't get back.

You own a vacuum bell but aren't getting the results you expected
The device is capable. The protocol is the variable. Session duration, suction level, daily frequency, and the progressive overload schedule are the factors most people aren't told about.
You're not sure if you're using the right suction level
Too little suction - no mechanical stimulus. Too much - discomfort, bruising, no benefit. There's a specific calibration range for your severity level and that range changes as correction progresses.
You have questions the manufacturer's manual doesn't answer
The manual covers how the device works mechanically. It doesn't cover session structuring, what to look for in your skin response, how to read progress, or when to progress suction levels.
Your correction has stalled after early progress
A plateau after initial gains is normal - but navigating it requires adjusting the protocol, not just adding more sessions. The course covers the specific adjustments that restart progress when it stalls.
You're doing vacuum bell without the supporting exercises
Vacuum bell therapy works by creating mechanical stimulus. The exercises and breathing work that run alongside it determine how effectively your body responds to that stimulus.
You're not sure which size or type to get
Small vs large, round vs oval, different suction mechanisms - there are meaningful differences in outcomes based on your anatomy and severity level. The course covers how to choose.
The Mechanism

Sustained negative
pressure lifts the
sternum structurally.

The vacuum bell creates a sustained negative pressure over the depressed sternum. This mechanical stimulus triggers the biological process described by Wolff's Law - bone and cartilage remodel under directed, sustained load.

Unlike exercises that work the musculature around the depression, vacuum bell therapy directly stimulates the sternal cartilage to lift and remodel. The result - when the protocol is correct - is structural elevation that persists between sessions and accumulates over months.

Peer-reviewed studies on vacuum bell therapy report success rates above 65% in compliant cases where fitting and suction levels are correct. The protocol I've refined over 10 years is built around replicating those conditions.

Study Reference
Haecker et al. (2006) and Schier et al. (2011) report measurable sternal elevation in 60–70% of compliant vacuum bell users. Protocol adherence is the primary variable in outcome differentiation.
Mihail wearing vacuum bell
How to Use It

Four steps.
One complete protocol.

01
Measurement & Size Selection
Measure your chest anatomy using the guide included with the device. Map your measurements to the correct bell size and variant for your anatomy.
02
Positioning & Suction Calibration
Position the bell precisely over the depression centre. Begin at the introductory suction level for your severity. Follow the two-week build-up protocol before moving to full therapeutic pressure.
03
Daily Protocol & Session Structure
Follow the session duration and daily frequency schedule for your severity level. Keep a session log. Use the skin response guide to confirm suction is correct at each session.
04
Milestone Checkpoints & Progression
Measure sternal elevation at weeks 4, 8, 12, and 24. Use the milestone framework to confirm progress or identify what to adjust. Progress suction levels as the protocol indicates.
What's Included

The device and
everything the
box left out.

Most vacuum bell purchases come with a device and a thin instruction leaflet. This comes with a complete protocol.

Vacuum bell in use
Custom-Fitting Protocol
Measurement guide, size selection, positioning protocol, and the fitting assessment that confirms you're applying suction in the right location for your anatomy.
Session Structure & Suction Progression
Session duration by severity level, daily frequency schedule, the progressive suction protocol, and the build-up period for new users. The protocol the box doesn't include.
Skin Response Reading Guide
How to read your skin response - normal bruising vs. excessive, the colour and pattern indicators that tell you suction is correct, and when to adjust pressure.
Paired Exercise Protocol
The breathing sequences and chest mobility exercises that compound vacuum bell correction - run alongside sessions, not separately. The integration the manufacturer doesn't mention.
Progress Tracking System
Sternal elevation measurement method, photo documentation protocol, and the milestone checkpoints at 4, 8, 12, and 24 weeks that confirm correction is occurring.
Plateau Navigation Guide
The protocol adjustments for when progress stalls - suction progression, session frequency changes, and the supporting work that restarts correction momentum.
Mihail Veleski with vacuum bell
A Note From Mihail

I used one.
I know what the
manual leaves out.

I started using a vacuum bell on my own chest over a decade ago. I learned what the protocol needs to include by doing it - the suction calibration, the session structure, the supporting breathing work that makes the sternal response stick.

Every vacuum bell I recommend comes with the protocol I built from that experience - refined through working with over a thousand people navigating PE correction. The questions I get most from people who bought a device elsewhere are protocol questions. This solves that.

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Years using VB therapy
1,000+
VB users worked with
65%+
Success rate in studies
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✓ Progress milestone tracking system
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Questions

Frequently asked.

Which vacuum bell size should I get? +
Size selection depends on your chest anatomy - specifically the diameter and depth of the depression, and whether it's symmetric or asymmetric. The fitting guide covers how to take the measurements that determine the correct size. If you're uncertain between two sizes, I recommend the larger - it allows you to capture more of the chest wall, which matters for asymmetric depressions.
How long should I use it each day? +
Session duration depends on your severity level and correction phase. As a general framework: beginners start with 2-3 × 15-minute sessions per day and progress to 2-3 × 30-45 minutes. The session structure guide in the protocol covers the exact schedule by severity and phase. Don't start at maximum duration - the build-up period matters.
How long until I see measurable sternal elevation? +
Most people see measurable sternal elevation within 8-12 weeks of following the full protocol consistently. Early on, you'll notice the skin response improve as the tissue acclimates. Visible correction that shows in photos typically takes 4-6 months. Full correction timelines depend heavily on severity and age.
Will it work for adults over 25? +
Yes, though the timeline extends with age. Cartilage and connective tissue become less pliable as you age, so the same protocol takes longer to produce equivalent results. I've seen meaningful corrections in adults in their 30s and early 40s. The protocol adapts to age-appropriate progression.
What's the right suction level? +
Correct suction produces a visible sternal lift during the session and a pink oval on the skin after - not bruising, not pain, not broken capillaries. If you're seeing significant bruising in the first week, suction is too high. If you're seeing no skin response and no lift, it's too low. The skin response reading guide covers the specific indicators.
Can I use it alongside the pectus excavatum course? +
Yes - and the combination is significantly more effective than either alone. The PE course covers the supporting exercises and breathing mechanics that compound vacuum bell correction. The two are designed to work together.
What if my progress has stalled? +
Stalls typically happen for one of three reasons: suction has been at the same level too long without progression, the supporting exercise and breathing work has been skipped, or session frequency has dropped. The plateau guide walks through the specific adjustments for each scenario.
Does it hurt? +
A correctly used vacuum bell should not hurt. You'll feel suction pressure and the skin response, but not pain. If you're experiencing pain during sessions, suction is too high or positioning is off. The fitting protocol covers both.
What's the return/refund policy? +
Equipment purchased through mrpectus.com comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. If there's a defect or the device isn't right for your anatomy, contact me and we'll sort it out.
Can I buy one without the protocol guide? +
You can purchase the device alone. But most of the questions I receive from vacuum bell users are protocol questions, not device questions. The guide answers all of them - and the paired exercise component meaningfully accelerates results. Buying both together is the most efficient path.

The device that
actually works.
Finally with the
protocol it needs.

Custom-fitted vacuum bell + complete protocol. The combination that produces measurable sternal elevation.

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Mihail Veleski