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  2. Pursed-lip breathing - Wikipedia

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    Pursed-lip breathing increases positive pressure generated in the conducting branches of the lungs. [4] This can hold open bronchioles in patients with high lung compliance, such as those with emphysema. [4] Pursed-lip breathing also accesses the parasympathetic nervous system, which reduces stress during episodes of shortness of breath. [5]

  3. Bronchoconstriction - Wikipedia

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    With emphysema the shortness of breath due to effective bronchoconstriction from excessive very thick mucus blockage (it is so thick that great difficulty is encountered in expelling it resulting in near exhaustion at times) can bring on panic attacks unless the individual expects this and has effectively learned pursed lip breathing to more quickly transfer oxygen to the blood via the damaged ...

  4. Airway clearance therapy - Wikipedia

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    Gentle effortless breathing, in through the nose, and out through the mouth is used in phase one to relax the airways. The shoulders and upper chest are kept relaxed. On breathing out, the pursed lips method is advised. Keeping the lips pursed (as in kissing somebody) when exhaling creates a back pressure that keeps the airways open for longer.

  5. Respiratory examination - Wikipedia

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    Pursed-lip breathing [5] Accessory muscle use, including the scalene and intercostal muscles [5] Diaphragmatic breathing, paradoxical movement of the diaphragm outwards during inspiration; Intercostal indrawing; Decreased chest–chest movement on the affected side; An increased jugular venous pressure, indicating possible right heart failure [5]

  6. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Wikipedia

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    Pursed-lip breathing exercises may be useful. [29] Tai chi exercises appear to be safe to practice for people with COPD and may be beneficial for pulmonary function and pulmonary capacity when compared to a regular treatment program. [188] Tai Chi was not found to be more effective than other exercise intervention programs. [188]

  7. A flying phobia affects more than 25 million Americans. Here ...

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    When you’re feeling panicked, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation and 10 minutes of paced deep breathing can help. You’re inhaling through your nose to a count of five, holding it for a ...

  8. Obesity hypoventilation syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Firstly, work of breathing is increased as adipose tissue restricts the normal movement of the chest muscles and makes the chest wall less compliant, the diaphragm moves less effectively, respiratory muscles are fatigued more easily, and airflow in and out of the lung is impaired by excessive tissue in the head and neck area. Hence, people with ...

  9. This photo of Ted Cruz's mouth is the new 'dress' - AOL

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    It's not that Cruz looks like a blob fish or Count von Count — clearly he looks more like the villain in this Barbie movie — it's that I earnestly can't tell if what's in his mouth region is a ...