Breath of Life
TREATING DYSFUNCTIONAL BREATHING USING BUTEYKO BREATHING AND OTHER INTEGRATIVE BREATHING METHODS 

Initial Contact / Consult:
A brief phone or email discussion to learn client needs, discuss options, and arrange session dates / times

First Session:
Learn the reason(s) for breathing disorders, and why restoring functional breathing works. The breathing disorder(s) is / are discussed, an  assessment and series of minor tests are performed. In the process we obtain  biomechanical, biochemical, and psychophysiological feedback to discover the pathophysiology of the dysfunctional breathing. The findings are used to tailor a training plan. The first set of exercises is taught and demonstrated, as well as beginning the task of eliminating barriers to functional breathing.
In cases of sleep disorders, additional exercises will be incorporated to strengthen upper airway muscles, and / or correct tongue posture.

Second Session:
Assessment and measure of progress from first session plan of action,  discuss any questions, re-visit prior exercise(s) to ensure proper technique and understanding, learn and demonstrate a second set of exercises.

Third Session:
Assessment and measurement of progress, discuss any questions, re-visit prior exercise(s) to ensure proper technique and understanding, demonstrate a third set of exercises.

Fourth Session:
Assessment and measurement of progress, discuss any questions, learn and demonstrate the final set of exercises.

Fifth Session:
Measure progress, discuss any questions, discuss dietary and lifestyle changes, review prior exercise(s) to ensure proper technique and understanding, continued reinforcement of positive change.

Because dysfunctional breathing can result in anxiousness and  / or anxiety, calming techniques are also taught. 

* Follow up is done as needed, usually at no additional charge, either by email, phone, or web meeting. If further training sessions are required, they will be billed on a per session basis.