Updated April 03, 2015.
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Question: Is Buteyko Breathing For Everyone?
Answer:
Buteyko breathing is generally safe, but the Buteyko breathing exercises are not appropriate for certain groups of people. You should not begin a Buteyko breathing program if you have any of the following conditions:
If you have any of the following conditions, Buteyko breathing may still be appropriate for you, but should only be started under the supervision of your physician:
If you are:
Then make sure you discuss Buteyko breathing with your physician or a professional qualified in the Buteyko breathing method.
Sources:
McKeown, P. Close Your Mouth: Buteyko Clinic Handbook For Perfect Health. Buteyko Books: Unit Six, Calbro House, Tuam Road, Galway, Ireland, 2004.
Written or reviewed by a board-certified physician. See About.com's Medical Review Board.
Question: Is Buteyko Breathing For Everyone?
Answer:
Buteyko breathing is generally safe, but the Buteyko breathing exercises are not appropriate for certain groups of people. You should not begin a Buteyko breathing program if you have any of the following conditions:
- Arterial aneurysm
- Brain tumor
- Heart problems during the last 3 months
- Kidney disease
- Sickle cell anemia
- Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism
If you have any of the following conditions, Buteyko breathing may still be appropriate for you, but should only be started under the supervision of your physician:
- Chest pains or discomfort
- Diabetes
- Emphysema
- Epilepsy
- Poorly controlled asthma
- Poorly controlled blood pressure
Bottom Line
If you are:
- Unsure if Buteyko breathing is appropriate for you
- Have any of conditions mentioned above
- Experience distress or a worsening of your asthma symptoms with Buteyko breathing
Then make sure you discuss Buteyko breathing with your physician or a professional qualified in the Buteyko breathing method.
Sources:
McKeown, P. Close Your Mouth: Buteyko Clinic Handbook For Perfect Health. Buteyko Books: Unit Six, Calbro House, Tuam Road, Galway, Ireland, 2004.