Inspire. Respiratory Physiotherapy

20/03/2022

More evidence to rest rest rest and then make a very slow gradual return to exercise post-covid

The later arrival of Omicron in Aotearoa means we have watched the impact of long Covid in other countries including Australia. Developing after Covid-19 infection and lasting for three months or more, Long Covid is thought to affect 10 to 20 per cent of people based on research to date. As our cou

13/03/2022

Take it easy! Even after a mild dose of covid, make a slow and gradual return to exercise.

Some Covid-19 survivors have brain fog, cognitive difficulties and damage to cells in the nervous system that provide physical and nutritional support for neurons.

01/02/2022

This article shares some good information on long covid management. There’s still a lot to learn about the condition but it’s a start! Respiratory Physiotherapy 🙌

With an anticipated surge of people with long Covid, health system funding and resourcing is needed fast to ensure those who experience it are supported

27/03/2020

No home gym? No excuses! Exercise is so important for the health of your lungs (as well as our mental health during this time!!) Lock down doesn’t mean you lock yourself in your house. Get out in the garden, go for walks down the street and check out some exercise videos on you tube. We are loving “The body coach” in our household💪🏼🏃🏽‍♀️😷

26/03/2020

Hi guys! First day of level 4 lock down done!
A little reminder for anyone with a chronic lung condition such as Asthma, bronchiectasis or COPD. You will likely have questions about managing your condition with COVID-19. Follow the ministry of health (MoH) guidelines on their website (see below) and contact healthline on 0800 358 5453 with any questions.

Continue to take your prescribed inhalers/ medication as directed by your GP.

Stay home and stay safe 💕

The latest health advice for the general public on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).

13/11/2019

Cardiologists have issued a stark warning about the dangers of e-cigarettes, particularly for young people, as results of new research show the damage they cause to the brain, heart, blood vessels and lungs.

13/10/2019

An awesome pictogram of how poor breathing impacts health. Can’t wait to see what’s coming out of

26/09/2019

Fresh air should be the only thing we inhale!

Each product was capable of triggering the death of healthy cells.

28/06/2019

Our mental health is often neglected so take the time to give yourself a mental health check! Check out some of these strategies you may want to put in place.

Mental health and wellness is a growing concern for most organisations. Regardless of the industry you are operating in, this is a matter that weighs heavily on the culture of your business. A recent edition of AdNews magazine (or for this issue, ‘Sadnews’), highlighted the importance of mental ...

27/06/2019

More evidence for management of asthma with the help of non-pharmaceutical breathing retraining. Don’t get me wrong- there’s definitely a place for inhaled therapy however the benefits of breathing retraining and inspiratory muscle training are over looked way too often! It really does work!

J Cardiopulm Rehabil Prev. 2018 May;38(3):198-203. doi: 10.1097/HCR.0000000000000318.

27/06/2019

We can help manage over stimulation and chronic stress from today’s fast-paced over-whelming society by the simple act of breathing (when done the right way 😊). Watch this!

Slowing your breathing can help you calm your mind and boost your wellbeing. This breathing exercise can be undertaken at your desk. For more information on ...

10/04/2019

Love my job 😂