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Pursed Lip Breathing: Home exercise program - 04/2023

Pursed Lip Breathing: Home exercise program
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Abstract

This handout gives step-by-step instructions on how to do pursed lip breathing, one of the most effective ways to control shortness of breath. This type of exercise is a simple way to slow breathing pace, which makes each breath more efficient.

Author
Occupational Therapy/Rehab Medicine
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2010
Revision Date
04/2023
Print Abstract
General Subject
Rehabilitation
Specific Subject/Keyword
Exercise
Respiration
Self-care
Languages
English
Record ID
3700