Pulmonary fibrosis

Are you experiencing any of the following?

Breathlessness at rest or on minimal exertion?
Cough throughout the day
Cough waking you at night
Difficulty clearing mucus from your lungs?
Fatigue and tiredness
Worsening signs and symptoms and unsure how to make your day more comfortable?

How can we help?

A Pulmonary fibrosis review and Physiotherapy assessment can help reduce symptom burden and improve your day-to-day breathing control.

Our Pulmonary fibrosis rehabilitation and physiotherapy support may include:

Comprehensive assessment of breathlessness, cough, fatigue, and physical function
Review of current symptoms, medical history, medications, and daily challenges
Breathing pattern assessment and education on effective breathing techniques
Guidance on airway clearance and secretion management where appropriate
Personalised exercise and activity advice to improve endurance and maintain mobility
Energy conservation and pacing strategies to help manage fatigue
Support with managing anxiety related to breathlessness and reduced activity tolerance
Advice on oxygen use, positioning, and symptom relief strategies if required
Education on pulmonary fibrosis, self-management, and recognising symptom changes
Individualised treatment plan with practical goals and recommendations for ongoing care and rehabilitation

At Take a Breath Physio, our expert respiratory physiotherapists provide tailored breathing management and rehabilitation techniques to help you feel more confident, active and in control of your symptoms.

Elderly man using oxygen at home to treat pulmonary fibrosis

What is Pulmonary Fibrosis?

This lung disease is caused when there is scarring and thickening of the air sacs in the lungs called alveoli. This scarring reduces the expansion and contraction of the air sacs as you breathe resulting in reduced oxygen passing from the lungs into the bloodstream. Often a cause cannot be found but the condition can stabilise for a long time but it can also rapidly decline in others.

Take A Breath Physio can support you following a diagnosis of Pulmonary Fibrosis through education, breathlessness self-management strategies, and tailored exercise support to improve fitness and breathing efficiency. We also provide support to help manage cough, fatigue, and overall quality of life.