Asthma & Emphysema (COPD)
Asthma is characterised by breathing difficulties due to symptoms of bronchospasm (tightness), inflammation of the airways and increased mucus production. It can be diagnosed at any age and ranges in severity
Diagnosis of asthma is made from medical and symptom histories and possibly pulmonary lung function tests: assessing resistance to airflow through the airways, and whether improvement was noted on taking short acting reliever medication (i.e. Ventolin).
The most common outcome of a diagnosis of asthma is the prescription of asthma reliever and preventative medications.
The Buteyko Method is an educational program that teaches reduction of acute and chronic hyperventilation (over breathing) via breathing exercises and lifestyle guidelines. The principle aim is to the normalise the breathing pattern. This results in significantly less asthma symptoms, with the majority of those that may occur being overcome by application of the breathing exercises. Outcomes should be regarded as effective management.
Buteyko practitioners follow international 'best practice' guidelines for asthma medication, instructing clients to use reliever medication as needed and using preventer medication as prescribed by their doctor.
You are encouraged to discuss your participation in a Buteyko course with your GP and/or respiratory specialist
Doctors, specialists and allied health professionals are welcome to contact Wellness Works for further information
While referrals are not essential, where they are provided your referring doctor will be kept informed of your progress
Emphysema: Although severely damaged lung tissue cannot be regenerated, it is possible to increase the efficiency of the remaining tissue through better breathing. This reduces muscle spasm and improves oxygen transport , whilst reducing mucus production. As the lung function is improved it is possible to reduce medication and hence any of the drugs adverse side effects. Most sufferers of emphysema who have learned The Buteyko Method find they are more physically active, have fewer breathing problems, are able to reduce their medication -- and most importantly they generally have an improved quality of life.
Diagnosis of asthma is made from medical and symptom histories and possibly pulmonary lung function tests: assessing resistance to airflow through the airways, and whether improvement was noted on taking short acting reliever medication (i.e. Ventolin).
The most common outcome of a diagnosis of asthma is the prescription of asthma reliever and preventative medications.
The Buteyko Method is an educational program that teaches reduction of acute and chronic hyperventilation (over breathing) via breathing exercises and lifestyle guidelines. The principle aim is to the normalise the breathing pattern. This results in significantly less asthma symptoms, with the majority of those that may occur being overcome by application of the breathing exercises. Outcomes should be regarded as effective management.
Buteyko practitioners follow international 'best practice' guidelines for asthma medication, instructing clients to use reliever medication as needed and using preventer medication as prescribed by their doctor.
You are encouraged to discuss your participation in a Buteyko course with your GP and/or respiratory specialist
Doctors, specialists and allied health professionals are welcome to contact Wellness Works for further information
While referrals are not essential, where they are provided your referring doctor will be kept informed of your progress
Emphysema: Although severely damaged lung tissue cannot be regenerated, it is possible to increase the efficiency of the remaining tissue through better breathing. This reduces muscle spasm and improves oxygen transport , whilst reducing mucus production. As the lung function is improved it is possible to reduce medication and hence any of the drugs adverse side effects. Most sufferers of emphysema who have learned The Buteyko Method find they are more physically active, have fewer breathing problems, are able to reduce their medication -- and most importantly they generally have an improved quality of life.