Can the Breather be used if I still have some pneumonia in my lungs?
While use of the Breather is not recommended during acute infection, it can be used in case of chronic inflammation.
Care should be taken to avoid discomfort or pain, using slightly lower training intensities than normal.
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Will the Breather replace my inhaler or bronchodilator?
No, the Breather does not replace the use of dry powder inhalers, corticosteroid therapy, bronchodilators, or any other medical therapy. The Breather should be used as a complementary therapy. However, you might find that you need to use your inhaler ...
Will the Breather help my panic attacks?
There is evidence to show that a particular breathing regimen can be used to decrease anxiety, panic and stress. RMT serves as a practice to support breathing exercises and help create a strong foundation in your breathing regimen. Please see the ...
If I have an Incentive Spirometer do I still need The Breather?
Could this be used for emphysema?
Yes, the Breather may be beneficial as it can help to optimize oxygen uptake. Some patients with emphysema have reported reduced use of oxygen after use of the Breather. Would you like to discuss further with one of our clinicians? Alternatively you ...
Do you have any supporting documentation/references/research articles on how the Breather improves hyo-laryngeal elevation/functioning?
RMT, particularly of the expiratory muscles, has been shown to specifically improve hyolaryngeal function by increasing movement of the hyolaryngeal complex after 4 weeks of use. In addition, assessment of muscle activity by surface EMG revealed that ...