Cardio-respiratory or pulmonary rehabilitation is very important in covid19 patients or people who just recovered from covid. A lot of people are facing complications during and post covid like
*chest tightness,
*shortness of breath,
*fall in oxygen saturation,
*cough,
*pain in chest,
*high pulse rate,
*weakness,
*musculoskeletal pains etc
All these complications can be managed through cardio-respiratory or pulmonary rehabilitation. It improves oxygen saturation levels, lung capacity, muscular strength, and quality of life most importantly. It helps in preventing further progression in mild cases. Pulmonary rehabilitation includes:
Prone positioning which keeps the alveoli of the lungs more open and improves oxygen saturation.
Diaphragmatic & Sternal breathing are effective exercises to keep your lungs healthy.
Deep breathing exercises improve oxygen saturation and lung functional capacity.
Coughing & huffing techniques help in mobilizing and draining the mucus from the lungs.
Have a consultation with the expert now.
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