Bradcliff Method for Breathing Disorders

Did you know that one in ten New Zealanders experience some form of breathing disorder or chronic over-breathing? This can produce a range of disturbing symptoms baffling to both the patient and the doctor.  Worry over this may lead to further over-breathing and a build up of symptoms.

Breathing this way can become a habit.  This in itself is a major stress and a vicious cycle is created.  Symptoms that you may experience include:

• frequent sighing and yawning
• breathing discomfort*
• disturbed sleep
• erratic heart beats*
• feeling anxious
• pins and needles
• upset gut/nausea/reflux
• chest pains*
• shattered confidence
• tiredness and fatigue
• achy muscles and joints
• dizzy spells* or feeling "spaced out"
• irritability or jumpiness
• feelings of "air hunger"

         *see your doctor if you experience these symptoms

There are many triggers such as:

• anaemia
• asthma or COPD
• "burning the candle at both ends"
• cough and colds/bronchitis
• chronic pain - physical and emotional
• frequent or stressful telephone calls
• grief/anxiety
• hormone imbalances - PMT or menopause
• mouth breathing/nasal problems
• poor posture/ergonomics
• tight clothing
• viral sickness

Our specialised physiotherapy service is designed to break the cycle; restoring energy efficient breathing, improving energy levels and renewing self confidence.

Patrice Guise is a certified Bradcliff Practitioner with a special interest in the treatment of breathing pattern disorders.  Please ask for her by name when you ring to book an appointment.