Disordered breathing
If you experience any of these symptoms you may suffer from a breathing pattern disorder:
Sighs
Yawning
Breath holding
Feelings of breathlessness
Difficulty taking a breath
Disordered breathing can co-exist with other respiratory conditions. Disordered breathing happens when upper chest breathing, typically faster and often through the mouth, becomes the primary pattern.
Altered breathing patterns can lead to a range of symptoms including:
- Dizziness
- Anxiety
- Tingling sensation
- Chest pain
- Tension
- Blurred vision
- A sense of being overwhelmed
- Persistent unease
The first step in managing and restoring normal breathing is to practice breathing retraining. At Onerahi Physio we have a trained Bradcliff Breathing Technique practitioner who is available to teach you how to restore your breathing to a relaxed baseline, which can enhance your physical and mental well-being.