Asthma Treatment Without Drugs – POWERbreathe IMT
POWERbreathe Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) is clinically proven to be beneficial for people with asthma. It is ideal, therefore, as a complementary asthma treatment without drugs, because it is drug-free and therefore has no drug interactions. Asthma Treatment Without Drugs – POWERbreathe Medic IMT After 20 months of rigorous assessment, the POWERbreathe Medic IMT device […]
Breathing Exercises For Singing
As a singer, you’ll be aware of how important your breathing is. Although, not just breathing, but breath control too. And just as successful athletes need to train to perform at their best, so too do singers. Breathing exercises for singing are essential to ensure that you don’t run out of air or strain yourself […]
Expiratory Muscle Training From POWERbreathe
POWERbreathe International Ltd is excited to announce the launch of EX1 Expiratory Muscle Training (EMT) devices. These complement the bestselling Inspiratory Muscle Training range of breathing trainers. POWERbreathe believes EX1 Expiratory Muscle Training (EMT) will enable people with breathing problems, as well as, singers, musicians, and sportspeople, to breathe out more forcefully, and with greater […]
Chest Physiotherapy Using the Shaker by POWERbreathe
If you have a disease that results in sputum production, your physiotherapist may prescribe chest physiotherapy for you. Initially, this will involve the physio assessing you to identify the problem. As a result, management techniques and a treatment plan will be put in place. This can include airway clearance techniques, such as oscillating PEP. Different […]
POWERbreathe IMT – How To Use The Classic And Plus
When training with your POWERbreathe Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) Classic or Plus device, you will notice that you have to work harder to breathe in. This is the effect of resistance training acting on the muscles you use to inhale – primarily the diaphragm and rib cage muscles. However, when breathing out, there is no […]
Which POWERbreathe Should I buy?
“Which POWERbreathe should I buy?” is a popular question, so here is a quick overview of the POWERbreathe Classic, Plus and K-Series. Which POWERbreathe Should I buy? The POWERbreathe Classic and Plus IMT models require you to manually adjust the training load. However, the electronic POWERbreathe K-Series features an electronically controlled resistance valve that will […]
Which Resistance Level? POWERbreathe Classic And Plus IMT Devices
Are you unsure which resistance level might be best for you? Well, in this blog we look at comparing the levels of the POWERbreathe Classic and POWERbreathe Plus Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) devices. And, you can find out more about How To Use The Classic And Plus in our blog. Resistance Levels The POWERbreathe Classic series and POWERbreathe […]
POWERbreathe For Asthma Cough
Science shows that inspiratory muscle training (IMT), such as with POWERbreathe, increases breathing muscle strength and stamina. Therefore, it’s no surprise that it can help to improve asthma symptoms, such as using POWERbreathe for asthma cough, when used as a complementary therapy. What’s more, it is drug-free and has no side effects or drug interactions. […]
Is POWERbreathe Any Good For Lowering Blood Pressure? A Review from J Williamsen
The reason ‘Is POWERbreathe Any Good For Lowering Blood Pressure?’ is being asked is a result of the latest published research from the University of Colorado Boulder. Research – Lowering Blood Pressure Daniel H. Craighead and his team have been investigating whether 6 weeks of IMST (30 breaths/day, 6 days/week) improves blood pressure. Furthermore, they […]
Armonico Consort: POWERbreathe Better Breathing Supports Voice And Instrumental Ensemble
POWERbreathe International Limited is working with the renowned and critically acclaimed UK choir and instrumental ensemble, Armonico Consort, as well as with the education programme associated with it, the Armonico Consort Academy. Singing Education Programme The Armonico Consort Academy aims to create a singing legacy across the UK. To achieve this, they develop and support […]
Is POWERbreathe Good For Asthma?
Is POWERbreathe good for asthma? Well, research does show that it helps to relieve symptoms of asthma by improving lung function. Find out more about Breathing Effort in Asthma. As a result of improving lung function, the amount of asthma medication reduces. POWERbreathe Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) is clinically proven to benefit people with asthma. […]
What Causes Exercise-Induced Asthma?
An athlete will often be given the diagnosis of exercise-induced asthma if they experience asthma-like symptoms during or following strenuous exercise. The reason why this happens during heavy exercise may be due to the need to breathe heavier and faster. As a result, the linings of the airways may narrow and dry out. Furthermore, weather conditions […]
How Breathing Works
This brief overview about how breathing works explains what physically happens when you breathe and what controls your breathing. It also looks at your breathing system and the muscles you use to breathe. Furthermore, it highlights how breathing training with POWERbreathe IMT has a positive effect on your breathing muscles, by increasing breathing strength, power and […]
Expiratory Muscle Strength Training For Dysphagia
Expiratory Muscle Strength Training For Dysphagia is one of a few therapies that provide exercises to help people who find it difficult to swallow. In fact, this article finds that expiratory muscle training has the potential to improve swallowing function, lung function, and quality of life for stroke patients. A speech and language therapist (SLT) […]
What Is Expiratory Muscle Strength Training?
Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST), along with Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT), is an element of Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT). Respiratory Muscle Training is a treatment that uses both these therapies to help you enhance your breathing muscle function. This may be to improve your health, relieve symptoms of a medical condition, improve general physical and […]
Business Award for POWERbreathe International Limited
POWERbreathe International Limited wins the Medilink Midlands Business Award 2022 in the Export Achievement category. Medilink Midlands Medilink WM is the industry association for the Life Sciences and Medical Technology Sector. It is part of a national network that supports over 3,000 members across the United Kingdom. Medilink WM provides specialist support for helping to […]
