How does Buteyko Therapy help?
In the same way that overbreathing for too long becomes a habit, so Buteyko therapy reverses this process. By learning to breathe less over a long time you can restore CO2 back to a healthy level. The effect of this is that hyperventilation disorders, such as asthma, disappear as your CO2 level is raised.
Learning to do this is something like learning Yoga or a martial art. Typically you are taught the method by a Buteyko practitioner who will:
- Explain your condition to you.
- Demonstrate the posture and breathing technique that will help you reduce your breathing
- Ensure that you perform the breathing exercises correctly
- Teach you how to measure your breathing correctly.
- Advise on life style changes as they affect you personally.
- Help identify problems that may hold up your progress.
- Provide motivation, support and follow up.
