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What is respiratory therapy?
Respiratory therapy focuses on improving breathing patterns and restoring natural, calm breathing. It is a therapy that helps reduce breathing problems and restore the body to a healthy state. Through specific breathing techniques and exercises, you learn to breathe consciously and better cope with physical and emotional tension that often affects breathing.
At Physio Fitaal, we look at the complete picture. This means that we look not only at your breathing pattern, but also at the underlying causes of any breathing problems, such as a physical condition, stress, anxiety, tension in the body, or inefficient use of your breathing muscles. By adopting this integral perspective, we offer a tailor-made treatment plan to suit your specific symptoms and situation.
Why is respiratory therapy necessary?
There are several reasons why people can develop breathing problems. Stress and tension often play a major role, but physical conditions such as asthma, COPD, pneumonia or poor fitness can also affect breathing. People suffering from chronic stress often experience accelerated and shallow breathing, which can lead to symptoms such as dizziness, tightness in the chest and fatigue.
Hyperventilation is also a common problem. It occurs when too much oxygen is inhaled and not enough carbon dioxide remains in the blood. This upsets the balance in the body and can cause various symptoms such as tingling, palpitations and tightness in the chest. Respiratory therapy is necessary to address these problems in a healthy way and regain control of breathing.
Specialising in physiotherapy breathing
Respiratory therapy falls within the broad spectrum of physiotherapy. Our colleague Peter Emons has more than 40 years of experience as a physiotherapist. He specialises in respiratory therapy along with extensive knowledge of the respiratory muscles, lung volume, and chest anatomy. Respiratory therapy helps not only with acute symptoms, but also with improving overall respiratory function, which can support physical performance, and aids recovery after illness or operation.
Respiratory therapy involves working on strengthening the respiratory muscles and improving breathing capacity. This can be done through targeted exercises, such as training diaphragmatic breathing, learning breathing rhythms and techniques aimed at relaxation. The aim is to regain an efficient breathing pattern that is restful and effective.
"Over the years, I have seen more and more clearly that people often do not breathe properly and therefore develop complaints. I therefore started retraining in breathing therapy and now have a lot of experience in treating in complaints related to breathing." Peter Emons
The essence of relaxation exercises in breathing therapy
Relaxation plays an important role in respiratory therapy. Many breathing problems are directly related to stress and tension. By integrating relaxation exercises into therapy, we not only help you breathe better physically, but also find mental peace. Relaxation exercises such as progressive muscle relaxation, meditation and mindfulness techniques help reduce tension in the body, which in turn has a positive impact on breathing.
A relaxed body breathes more easily and efficiently. Learning to breathe at a deeper and calmer level during therapy can contribute to an overall sense of well-being and reduce stress symptoms. At Physio Fitaal, we combine breathing exercises with relaxation techniques to promote optimal balance between body and mind.
Physio Fitaal: specialist in respiratory therapy
At Physio Fitaal, we specialise in respiratory therapy and have years of experience treating a variety of respiratory problems. Our therapist is highly trained and have in-depth knowledge of breathing and its connection with other physical and mental complaints. We offer a personalised approach where we address not only the symptoms, but also the causes of breathing problems.
Whether you suffer from stress-related complaints, hyperventilation or breathing problems due to a physical condition, at Fysio Fitaal you will get the care and guidance you need. Our modern practices in Tilburg are fully equipped to support you in optimal recovery. For more information about our breathing therapy, or to arrange a appointment make, you can contact with us or visit one of our practices in Tilburg. See our locations in Tilburg centre, West, Reeshof and in the AaBe Factory at the website! We are here to help you breathe the way you should - calm, deep and full of energy. See right away where you can find us!
Making an appointment at FysioFitaal
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