NCUK Virtual Patient Handbook

‘Lips pursed breathing’ can help you through episodes of sharp pain But as mentioned before, breathing from your tummy or abdomen (dia research shows that through diaphragmatic breathing, tensed muscles Diaphragmatic breathing: can be done either lying down or in the sit Lying Down Lie on your back on a flat surface or in the bed. Keep the knees bent a support the legs. Place one hand on your chest and other below the ri Breathe in slowly through the nose allowing your stomach to move ou possible. The 4-square technique can help you to concentrate on and Tighten the stomach muscles, letting them fall inward as you exhale th In sitting posture Sit comfortably, with knees bent and the shoulders, head and neck rel Place one hand on the upper chest and the other below the rib cage. Breathe in slowly through the nose allowing your stomach to move ou possible. Tighten your stomach muscles, letting them fall inward as you exhale To begin with, abdominal breathing should be done for 5-10 minutes a once you are comfortable doing the same.

The 4-square technique can help you to concentrate on and control how many breaths you take - watch video here

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