Asthma
Asthma Breathing Support Alongside Your Existing Care
How breathing affects Asthma
Asthma is widely recognised as a breathing-related condition. Many sufferers habitually breathe through their mouth, which can increase airway sensitivity and contribute to breathlessness, wheezing, and chest tightness. Over time, this pattern of over-breathing can become self-reinforcing — worsening symptoms and increasing dependence on reliever medication.
How Buteyko helps
The Buteyko method focuses on gentle nasal breathing, reducing breathing volume, and improving tolerance of carbon dioxide. This may improve oxygen delivery to the lungs and, when practised consistently as part of a structured programme, can result in fewer flare-ups, reduced symptom frequency, and less reliance on reliever inhalers — all with medical supervision.
The classic description: Buteyko helps reduce over-breathing, improve CO2 tolerance, and often lowers symptom frequency and reliance on reliever inhalers.
Who this is suitable for
- People who prefer a non-invasive approach alongside their existing asthma management
- Those already prescribed medication who want additional tools to support their symptoms
- Adults, children, and younger people — the approach is gentle and adaptable
- Anyone open to small daily practice that fits easily into everyday life
- People experiencing ongoing symptoms despite following their current treatment plan
Who this is not suitable for
- Anyone looking for a quick fix or a cure — this is a structured retraining process
- Those unwilling to commit to daily breathing exercises between sessions
- People with severe or uncontrolled asthma who have not yet sought medical advice — please see your GP first
- Anyone expecting breathing retraining to replace prescribed medication without medical supervision
