Buteyko Training for Osteopaths

Robert Geddes is a fully qualified Buteyko Instructor and Physiotherapist. He is also a lecturer in Psychology and Health and Special Needs for Physical Education.
 
As a Buteyko Instructor, Robert runs workshops for practitioners such as; osteopaths and physiotherapists.

For the majority of us, the stresses of modern living are subconscious; however, very often they can be quite obvious in our breathing pattern. Osteopaths often recognise poor breathing patterns in their patients and are in a great position to re-educate their patients in how to breathe since they have the time during treatment sessions to explain the body-wide effects of good breathing as well as to give simple exercises to encourage, deeper and more effective breathing.

Robert Geddes studied the benefits of correct breathing at the Vivekenendra Hospital Research and Training Centre in Bangalore, India. His research project involved the benefit of breath control in Asthma sufferers.

The Buteyko method is a method of breathing developed by the late Professor Buteyko. It involves a gradual retraining of the breathing process, as well as specific diet and exercise management. There have been a number of studies investigating the efficacy of these techniques both in Australia and New Zealand and more recently in Great Britain. All of the studies have shown a major reduction in inhaler use (an average reduction of 90% within three months) within weeks of learning breath control. Many patients benefitted 100%, completely clearing their Asthma symptoms.

Robert explains that ‘initially, all clients are encouraged to have their medication available and to use it when necessary. With practice, the need for medication is quickly reduced. Clients work at their own pace, there are no time constraints’.

The Buteyko Method; a method of breathing, has been proven to help with conditions such as; Asthma and Hyperventilation but the benefits of full breathing are endless and subsequently can be of benefit to anyone and everyone.

If you are an Osteopath and are interested in learning more about the benefits of Buteyko, please read the article on CPD opportunities with Robert Geddes.

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