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4-7-8 breathing technique

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Institution
Klaipeda University
Institution Typology
University
Country
Lithuania
Description
The 4-7-8 breathing technique is a simple yet powerful method that can help you relax, reduce stress, and improve your lung health. Begin by sitting or lying down in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose for a count of four seconds. Hold your breath for seven counts. Then, exhale slowly and completely through your mouth for a count of eight seconds. Repeat this cycle for several rounds, gradually increasing the duration as you become more comfortable.
Disease
Lung Cancer, Covid19
Activity level
Low
Activity Typology
Home-based activities
Motivation Tools
Not available
Innovation
One effective way of ensuring well-functioning lungs is through regularly practicing breathing exercises.
Evaluation System
Blinded analysis of data demonstrated increased ejection fraction and decreased estimated pulmonary pressure in the echocardiograms of the treated group versus controls and favorable changes in New York Heart Association class, Ve/Vco(2), FEV(1), and a quality of life measure, as well (all P<0.05).
Assessment
These exercises strengthen the respiratory muscles and also improve your lung capacity and efficiency. If you too want to boost your lung health, try these five highly effective breathing exercises.
References
Parati, G., Malfatto, G., Boarin, S., Branzi, G., Caldara, G., Giglio, A., Bilo, G., Ongaro, G., Alter, A., Gavish, B., & Mancia, G. (2008). Device-guided paced breathing in the home setting: effects on exercise capacity, pulmonary and ventricular function in patients with chronic heart failure: a pilot study. Circulation. Heart failure, 1(3), 178–183. doi.org/10.1161/CIRCHEARTFAILURE.108.772640
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