Breath project

Blowing a straw

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Institution
Klaipeda University

Institution Typology
University

Country
Lithuania

Description
The initial position is to sit comfortably at the table. A plastic cup placed in front of you try to push to the other end of the table when blowing air through a straw. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.

Disease
Lung Cancer, Covid19

Activity level
Low

Activity Typology
Home-based activities

Motivation Tools
Not available

Innovation
It is recommended to try to pay attention to the correct posture, then breathing will ensure, that oxygen enters the airways and lungs well enough, the whole body improves

circulation and general well-being.

Evaluation System
Exercises performed during therapeutic breathing exercise make it easier

expectoration, but also increases the body's resistance, improves the capacity of the respiratory muscles, improves

gas exchange in the lungs and increases the body's resistance to various respiratory diseases.

Assessment
Breathing exercise is a very effective treatment and preventive measure for chronic bronchitis and lung diseases (more than 4 times a year). Before performing the exercises, it is necessary consult your doctor.

Ricardo Sousa Mestre, Escola Superior de Saúde Atlântica - Portugal (PT)
Very interesting article

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monika mathea, UO - Poland (PL)