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| Emphysema Breathing Exercise |
Question:
Any suggestions on types of breathing exercises to help with my emphysema?
Answer:
There are a few Lung Qigong techniques you may try.
The first technique is for "cleansing the lungs" and is used to help
emphysema, and asthma. It involves, breathing, a little bit of
positioning/movement, and visualization. Part of it is to hold your breath
as long as you can.
The second technique is for "strengthening the lungs" and is used to help
strengthen the respiratory and cardiovascular systems to aid in increasing
the efficiency of the lungs and in preventing colds. (In traditional
chinese medicine the health of the lungs is viewed as a major factor in
warding off colds.) This technique involves holding your breath, breathing,
and some visualization.
Of course you should check with your doctor before doing any breathing
exercises.
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