Breathing for Asthma Sufferers
Buteyko method offers a completely new approach to alleviating the symptoms of Asthma.
Research trials show that on average, asthma patients experience:
- 71% reduction in symptoms
- 96% reduction in the use of ventolin-type drugs
- 49% reduction in inhaled steroids
The central message of buteyko is that individuals with Asthma would benefit if they learn to avoid the tendency to hyperventilate or over-breathe.
The problem with over-breathing is that it inflames the airways, this makes asthma sufferers wheeze. Over-breathing sets up a vicious cycle as inflamed airways encourage the sufferer to breathe more, further inflaming the airways.
Buteyko helps suffers avoid this trap. Instead of breathing more, you breathe less at the start of an attack, reducing inflammation naturally, often without the need for medication.