COPD

Are you experiencing any of the following?

Shortness of breath, especially during physical activity
Persistent cough
Excess mucus or phlegm production
Wheezing or noisy breathing
Chest tightness or discomfort
Reduced exercise tolerance and stamina
Fatigue or low energy levels
Frequent chest infections or flare-ups
Difficulty clearing mucus from the chest
Disturbed sleep due to coughing or breathlessness

How can we help?

Comprehensive assessment of breathlessness, cough, sputum production, and exercise tolerance
Review of medical history, medications, inhaler use, and exacerbation frequency
Breathing pattern assessment and education on effective breathing control techniques
Guidance on airway clearance techniques to help manage mucus and chest congestion
Personalised exercise and physical activity advice to improve stamina and maintain independence
Energy conservation and pacing strategies to help manage fatigue and daily activities
Support with anxiety management and coping strategies related to breathlessness
Education on flare-up prevention, symptom monitoring, and self-management techniques
Advice on positioning, relaxation techniques, and oxygen use where appropriate
Individualised treatment plan with practical goals, rehabilitation advice, and recommendations for ongoing care

Elderly lady at home using oxygen to treat COPD

What is the condition?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a common lung condition that refers to a group of disorders that damage the lung. The most common forms of COPD are Emphysema and bronchitis. Usually these are related to smoking or hazardous occupational substance inhalation.

Chronic Bronchitis shows as inflamed air passages in the lung, resulting in narrowing and increased mucus production. Emphysema is a result of scarring to the tiny air sacs in the lung known as alveoli. This scarring makes it difficult for the air sacs to expand and contract when you breathe and over time they loose their elasticity.

The result of the two conditions are increased cough, increased mucus production and increased breathlessness. These symptoms are all treatable with expert guidance from Take a Breath Physio. We provide education, breathlessness management, clearance advice and exercises and breathing control to allow you to live the life you want.