Breathing Exercises: What Is It? The autonomic nervous system regulates breathing, which is also governed by motivation. Breathing exercises are one kind of exercise that may improve the overall efficiency of the lungs. They may be advantageous for people with normal lungs as well as those with impaired lung function. Stress affects our breathing even…
What is a Pulmonary Function Test? The performance of your lungs is assessed by pulmonary function tests. They control how much air enters and exits your lungs, how much air enters your bloodstream, and how well your lungs function while you exercise. A few days later, you will receive a call from your healthcare practitioner…
Introduction Pulmonary rehabilitation is a structured programme designed for individuals with chronic lung diseases like COPD, asthma, or pulmonary fibrosis. It typically includes exercise training, education on lung health, breathing techniques, and psychological support. The goal is to improve lung function, reduce symptoms like breathlessness, enhance quality of life, and promote self-management. The American Thoracic…
What is an Atelectasis? Atelectasis is a condition in which a portion of the lung collapses or fails to inflate properly, leading to reduced gas exchange. It commonly occurs due to airway obstruction, pressure on the lung, or shallow breathing, often after surgery or in individuals with underlying lung conditions. Although it normally only involves…
What is a Chronic Bronchitis? Chronic bronchitis (CB) is a persistent cough and sputum production that lasts for at least three months out of the year for two years in a row. A form of COPD called chronic bronchitis causes your lungs to become inflamed and fill with mucus. Although chronic bronchitis cannot be completely…
Introduction Acute bronchitis is a temporary inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the airways that carry air to the lungs. It is typically caused by viral infections, such as the common cold or flu, and often follows an upper respiratory infection. Symptoms include a persistent cough, chest discomfort, mucus production, and sometimes mild fever or fatigue….
What is Bronchitis? Bronchitis involves inflammation of the bronchial tubes, the airways that carry air to your lungs. You cough when your trachea and bronchi, which are your airways, swell up and fill with mucus due to irritation. Your cough may persist for a few days or even weeks. It is the primary bronchitis symptom….
What is a Active cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT)? The Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) is a physiotherapy technique used to clear mucus from the lungs, commonly for individuals with respiratory conditions like COPD or bronchiectasis. It consists of three main phases: breathing control, deep breathing exercises, and forced expiratory technique (huffing) to improve…
Introduction Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a condition characterized by high blood pressure in the arteries of the lungs, leading to increased strain on the heart. It can be caused by various factors, including heart disease, lung disease, chronic blood clots, or genetic mutations. There are two upper chambers and two lower chambers in a normal…
Introduction Lung cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the lungs, typically in the cells lining the airways. Lung carcinoma, another name for lung cancer, is a type of malignant tumor that starts in the lung. Genetic damage to the DNA of airway cells, frequently caused by cigarette smoking or harmful chemical inhalation, is…
