Shortness of breath can occur during activity, emotional excitement, exposure to adverse weather conditions, or when you feel tense and need to relax.
In conjunction with pursed lip breathing and diaphragmatic breathing, use these breathing positions to help you reduce shortness of breath.
These positions are helpful when you have shortness of breath during activity, emotional excitement, exposure to adverse weather conditions or when you feel tense and need to relax.
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Lie on your side with a pillow between your legs and your head elevated with pillows. Keep your back straight.
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Lie on your back with your head elevated and your knees bent, with a pillow under your knees.
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