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The Buteyko Method is a system of breathing retraining which delivers immediate and sustained improvement for people with asthma, sleep apnoea, snoring and other breathing-related conditions. It is based on the work of Professor Buteyko from Russia. It is ..
- Effective - clinically shown to significantly decrease asthma symptoms and reduce the need for asthma medications (results published in MJA Dec. 1998, NZMJ Dec. 2003)
- Safe - we follows international best practice medication guidelines
- Scientifically based - based on the standard medical principles of respiration, the normalisation of breathing and the Bohr Effect
How does it work?
The Buteyko Method as taught by AsthmaCare UK is a programe m of breathing re-training which does not involve using further drugs than you are already taking. The program consists of a series of breathing exercises and, if you are asthmatic, advice on asthma education and management of asthma, or other symptoms such as Panic Attacks or Sleep Apnoea. It involves breathing techniques and strategies which overcome the harmful effects of "hidden hyperventilation", and work towards optimising the breathing. The aim is to return breathing patterns to that of a normal healthy person. Normalising the breathing pattern the Buteyko way has been clinically proven to result in a decline in symptoms and need for medication.
Outcomes
- Significant reduction in/or or elimination of, asthma reliever and preventer medications (the reduction in preventer medication is done in consultation with the client's medical practitioner)
- Significant reduction in/or elimination of, asthma symptoms and attacks
- Decreased reliance on/or elimination of, sleep apnoea appliances such as CPAP machines and mandibular advancement splints. This is done in consultation with the client's medical practitioner and/or specialist.
- Symptomatic relief of other respiratory disorders such as emphysema, bronchiectasis and COPD
- Increased stamina and energy levels, better work performance, improved sleep, and better management of the symptoms of stress.
Who does the Buteyko Method Help?
Buiteyko is suitable for children from 4 years of age and adults of any age. It is effective for people with all types and degrees of severity of asthma, as well as people with other respiratory disorders such as emphysema, bronchiectasis, sinusitis, snoring and sleep apnoea, anxiety and panic attacks. It is also effective in reducing chronic fatigue. The Method is most effective for those people who are prepared to take time and responsibility for controlling their asthma. It works for those who are and remain willing and motivated to practise the exercises and strategies they learn in a course.
The Personal Cost of Asthma, Sleep Disorders and breathing-related conditions
Every year many people with ASTHMA and breathing-related conditions suffer respiratory infections, sore throats, physical incapacity, fatigue, time off work or school with a poor quality of life, ongoing financial expense and a deteriorating condition. People with SLEEP APNOEA have an increased risk for cardiovascular illnesses such as high blood pressure, heart attack and strokes, and in addition, SLEEP APNOEA is associated with a higher risk for road accidents due to daytime sleepiness. Learning Buteyko will provide you with the knowledge and skills to get back your health and your life.
How do you learn the Buteyko Method?
The Buteyko Method is taught in courses consisting of four/five sessions of about 2 hours, plus telephone or email follow-up as required. Clients learn how to retrain their breathing to enable them to breathe correctly when sleeping, exercising, speaking, eating, and performing all daily activities. Improvement generally commences within the first 24 hours.
Buteyko courses in Stratford-upon-Avon, Bristol and London . 
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