Effect of the Buteyko breathing technique on asthma severity control among school age children

ABSTRACT:

Background

Asthma is a complex condition that can impair not only the child’s physical growth but also his optimal functional capacity and performance. Buteyko breathing technique is an exercise designed to regulate the breathing process. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the Buteyko breathing technique on asthma severity control among school-age children. In Egypt, this technique was applied through five studies, four among adult patients and only one among children. In Mansoura University, only one study conducted among adult patients and no studies conducted among children. Therefore, to fulfill this gap of knowledge, it was necessary to study the effect of this technique on asthma severity control among school age children.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Hassan E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9308119 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature