Breathe Well, Live Well
Ever find yourself suffering from shortness of breath? Or struggling to complete household tasks without gasping for air?In this series of videos and podcasts we will demonstrate a range of techniques you can do safely at home while we talk about what it means to breathe well.
Episodes
9 episodes
Making life easier (Practical measures)
In this episode we share home life considerations you can make to improve your ability to manage Breathlessness.•Equipment•Planning, prioritising and pacing•Fatigue management•Goal setting
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Episode 7
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12:02
Muscular Relaxation
This episode covers tips and techniques for strengthening the muscles involved in breathing.Discussion around stress and anxietyGuided relaxation using progressive muscle relaxation technique
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Episode 6
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14:16
Managing Anxiety
Mindful techniques to combat the anxiety that can come with bouts of Breathlessness. Discussion of anxiety and relationship with breathlessness Panic cycleExplanation of the ‘calming hand’ technique
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Episode 6
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17:05
Complimentary Therapies
An explanation of the benefits of complementary therapies with a focus on reflexology and aromatherapy.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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14:54
Breathing Control Practise
In this episode a range of practices will train you to better cope with the onset of Breathlessness and recover more regular breathing. Repetition of these techniques will strengthen your ability to cope with Breathlessness more readily.&...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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11:26
Breathing Control
In this episode recognize the signs of Breathlessness and hear guidance on managing the effects. • Brief re-cap from previous episode• Explanation of normal breathing and what happens with breathlessness• Triggers of ...
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Episode 3
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17:14
