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We offer tailored physiotherapy for a range lung problems
Physiotherapy for lung problems is focused on maximising physical function and helping you manage your symptoms daily. It is often used alongside other medication to help improve your lung capacity and strengthen your respiratory muscles, allowing you to breathe more freely.
Living with lung problems can make everyday life challenging. It can impact your sleep (you lose lung capacity when you lie on your back, so breathing becomes more difficult), your social life, and your ability to function at work. In many cases, lung problems can be effectively treated with physiotherapy, and there are many kinds of physiotherapy techniques to help treat many kinds of lung conditions.
To find out more about our respiratory physiotherapy services, call us directly.
Asthma is a common condition which affects the tubes which carry air from the mouth to the lungs (airways). The condition is characterised by a tightening and restriction of these airways which can be triggered or exacerbated by:
There is also a genetic predisposition to developing asthma. The disease tends to start in childhood or adolescence and a percentage of childhood sufferers of the condition may grow out it through adulthood. Fortunately, with the correct management, asthma is not a life limiting condition for the vast majority of those affected.
This happens when the bronchi in your lungs becomes inflamed. Your bronchi are large tubes that connect to your windpipe and direct air to your right and left lungs, helping you breathe properly. The inflammation can cause severe coughing spells and a build-up of mucus in your lungs, which can in turn cause wheezing and severe difficulty breathing.
Emphesema is a lung condition that causes shortness of breath. In people with emphysema, the air sacs in their lungs (alveoli) are damaged. Over time, the inner walls of the air sacs weaken and rupture, which causes symptoms such as breathlessness, recurrent chest infections, wheezing, and rapid breathing.
The cost of follow-up appointments starts from £57.*
The cost of your total physiotherapy treatment will depend on various factors such as your condition, how many sessions you need and what type of treatment you are recommended. Some of our specialist treatments are priced separately, however you will be informed of any additional charges as part of your treatment planning. Your physiotherapist will always discuss your treatment options with you.
*This is a guide price and may vary. You’ll be told the exact cost before you book.
Respiratory conditions can have a significant impact on how much you can exercise or move without becoming breathless and can affect independence in everyday activities. Not being able to exercise or fulfil your usual everyday activities can have an impact on your emotional wellbeing. The treatment and its outcomes will depend on your individual condition and symptoms.
If you are suffering from respiratory disorders, physiotherapy may help you cope better with:
The service is provided either individually or in a group format, depending on what’s suitable for the patient.
Some examples of techniques that your physiotherapist will use:
If you want to know more physiotherapy for cancer and find out if it's the right treatment for you, call a member of our team directly.
Content reviewed by Circle in-house team in December 2023. Next review due December 2026.