About – Dr Christine Sapienza
Dr Christine Sapienza, PhD, CCC-SLP, Education Lead for USA Dr Sapienza, PhD, CCC-SLP, is an internationally recognised scientist and clinician whose 30-year career has helped shape the science and clinical application of Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST). She is widely regarded as a pioneer in expiratory muscle strength training (EMST), with landmark contributions demonstrating its […]
Breathing Exercises for People With Dementia
Popular breathing exercises for people with dementia include resonant breathing and pursed-lip breathing. Performing these breathing exercises daily can boost well-being, because dementia can affect respiratory coordination and breathing patterns. People living with dementia may experience shallow breathing or signs of breathlessness during basic activities such as walking around the house or tidying. This guide […]
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: How Breathing Training Can Affect Your Pelvic Floor Muscles
Pelvic floor dysfunction is often spoken about in relation to bladder control, pregnancy, childbirth and menopause. But one area that is often overlooked is breathing. There is emerging evidence to suggest that inspiratory muscle training may have a positive effect on pelvic floor muscle function. When it comes to breathing, the diaphragm is the star […]
Breathing Exercises for COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a group of lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties. COPD is a chronic, progressive lung condition that currently has no cure. However, treatment can help slow down the progression of COPD and relieve symptoms. Many patients practise breathing exercises for COPD because the condition can make everyday […]
About – Dr Sabrina Brar
Dr Sabrina Brar is a former NHS doctor with nearly a decade of experience working in clinical medicine. She specialized in Otolaryngology surgery across leading hospitals in London and Oxfordshire. She has written numerous peer-reviewed publications and spoken at conferences around the world. Driven by curiosity and a passion for transforming evidence-based science into real-world […]