Shortness of breath video: this is for... - Lung Conditions C...

Lung Conditions Community Forum

56,314 members66,939 posts

Shortness of breath video

helingmic profile image
27 Replies

this is for those who find themselves short of breath and think they will not be able to breathe.I had this sort of feeling and it was scary and horrible.

1. reassurance: You will not die! although the feeling might be like it, your body will stop the problem and restore your breathing. so Stop whatever you are doing and watch this video:

youtube.com/watch?v=nxw7rAm...

The second video is when you have run into acute shortness of breath and find you have somehow lost control of your breathing. This is an excellent video to recover your breath fairly fast.

youtube.com/watch?v=KYj-T4N...

Written by
helingmic profile image
helingmic
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
27 Replies
helingmic profile image
helingmic

Here is another video to strengthen the respiratory muscles. Lovely exercises:

youtube.com/watch?v=bRhZz-q...

helingmic profile image
helingmic

Here is a video by the same institute to manage climbing stairs.

youtube.com/watch?v=nxw7rAm...

helingmic profile image
helingmic

And... to finish us off!!! the famous sitting and standing exercise!

youtube.com/watch?v=ahA5SxI...

Thank you for watching!

SusieQs profile image
SusieQs

Thank you for those videos really helpful and informative.

great videos can you get too sob healthunlocked.com/blf/ques... was an interesting talk from members

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply to

I'll have a look, thank you.I'm glad you put this reference, that's why we are all here to help each other.

There you are. I've just read the posts. I think one can push oneself, knowing that you can use the technique to recover your shortness of breath, even if it is acute.

Enjoy exercise every day!

tomc profile image
tomc

Thanks for the videos Helingmic.

By the way a month or so ago you suggested I read a book I have forgotten the title but I took on board what you were trying to say about poverty etc.

Hope you are well.

Tom.

dukes profile image
dukes

Thanks for the videos Helingmic, great stuff, have saved the complete page to file for future reference.

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply todukes

Well done! I have bookmarked and saved the link on a Word document which I can look at any time.I also have tried to do those. If only I'd known how to do the sit and stand during the PR!

1redkite profile image
1redkite

Great videos - where did you find them ?

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply to1redkite

I look at themes that look interesting on YouTube. They have a good selection ...COPD ...Exercise...healing,...

PingAnnieL profile image
PingAnnieL

Just been diagnosed with IPF. Asked consultant about lung exercises. She was dismissive & totally disinterested. Then you bring me this. Hurray there is something I can do to mitigate the effects of this scary condition. Feeling much more positive... bless you. (my husband thinks the presenter was a bit of alright too.... lolol)

Annie

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply toPingAnnieL

Ping, my consultant rolled his eyes when I was very ill and told him I would join the gym. 6 months later, he said:"I think I saved your life"! Yes, he found the right drug. But what you do for yourself will give you self confidence! BTW you don't have to build the consultant's self confidence! :-)

Offcut profile image
Offcut

I have a paralyzed diaphragm ;) but great videos

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply toOffcut

How come? This must make breathing so difficult. Have you got a good nurse to advise you?

Offcut profile image
Offcut in reply tohelingmic

Swimming a no no and doing my shoes and socks has to be done in stages as I stop breathing when I bend over. It has took me 2 years to get a lung function test! A long story.

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply toOffcut

offcut, I know the bending down. but the exercises got me to the point when I can sit down and do my shoes now. so there's hope! Mic

O2Trees profile image
O2Trees

Brilliant helingmic - many thanks :)

rick1 profile image
rick1

Thank you for video's very helpful indeed! saved them on you tube, and she is a bit of alright as well.

Thanks VERY much for posting those Video links. I was diagnosed with COPD some two years ago; four years after finally succeeding in kicking the smoking habit into touch. My condition is slowly getting worse and I find myself getting breathless very often each day. Any help or advice which eases the difficulties I experience, is gratefully received.

These videos certainly fit the bill in that respect.

Once again - thanks.

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply to

exsmoker1, So lovely to hear that you have given up! Keep it up and perhaps get referred to Pulmonary Rehabilitation. The nurses and physiotherapist there would assess you (and others in the group). They will advise you. They know about drugs, what to do to get over fear of shortness of breath, They usually have six sessions during which you learn about lungs, its problems, its managing. The exercises done are really helpful. YOu would find yourself on the way to less dificult breathing.

Good helpful videos helingmic. These sorts of exercises can also be learnt on a pulmonary rehabilitation course. I think these types of exercises are also good for those who have anxiety and panic attacks which can sometimes go with shortness of breath.

0411tm profile image
0411tm

Thank you Helingmic for the video's. They will be very useful for me and I have saved them so that I can practice them. :)

qbjb profile image
qbjb

Excellent - this is the best information I've seen - thank you!!

Jude

You are always a great mine of information,bless you.Great videos,will help a lot of people I'm sure.xxx

helingmic profile image
helingmic in reply to

:-) Wendells, I keep copying the same references! They are good indeed.

I've used them to. Mic

Colours23 profile image
Colours23

it's alright for her she's well, she's not got a blocked nose and coughing!!!

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Respiratory Muscle Exercises

For those who are interested, I find the videos that can be accessed from the You Tube video link...

Watch this video of inspiring Breathe Easy groups!

We are constantly inspired by our amazing Breathe Easy groups and our groups in Nottingham have...
BLFCommsTeam profile image

COPD shortness of breath.

Hi all. Can you define your personal experience of shortness of breath. Is it gasping for air and...
Gazza01 profile image

Mysterious chronic shortness of breath

I will try to make this as short as possible, but this has been going on for over 5 years, so it...
gabrielm profile image

NHS - TTIP (Unbelievable!!)

After watching this video link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcgBUrHAHXo can as many of you...
Dedalus profile image

Moderation team

See all
AsthmaandLung profile image
AsthmaandLungAdministrator
moderator_AandLUK profile image
moderator_AandLUKAdministrator
Claire_ALUK profile image
Claire_ALUKAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.