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Shallow breathing as a breathing technique against the urge to cough: How it works

Mindful, short and fast breathing – i.e. shallow breathing – can sometimes help patients with respiratory disease. We explain when and how it works.

Huffing: The breathing technique briefly explained

Huffing is a breathing technique that can transport mucus from the trachea without strenuous coughing. We explain how it works.

Pursed lips breathing: The breathing technique briefly explained

Pursed lips breathing is an exhalation technique for patients with breathing problems. It works as resistance when breathing out. We show the advantages and how it works.

The articles found on the PARI Blog are written by the PARI Blog editorial team. The editorial team consists of PARI employees as well as external guest authors and freelance editors, some of them suffering from severe respiratory diseases themselves.