INSPIRE Physiotherapy for Breathing

This unique Breathing Clinic is run to empower respiratory patients with the knowledge and skills to optimally manage their condition, reduce flare - ups and improve quality of life.

The following conditions can be treated;

• Asthma
• Bronchiectasis
• COPD (including chronic bronchitis and emphysema)
• Breathing Pattern Disorders/Hyperventilation Syndrome

Victoria is a Scottish trained physiotherapist, graduating from Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen in 1995. She has practiced in both Great Britain and New Zealand and alongside Jean Chevaillier at his Zeepreventorium Clinic, in De Haan, Belgium on scholarship. She is passionate about cardiorespiratory medicine and her experience encompasses both the adult and paediatric setting in intensive care, cystic fibrosis, non CF bronchiectasis, medical and surgical.

An initial one hour assessment is completed and the following treatments may be recommended;

• Chest Clearance Techniques:
• Active Cycle Breathing Technique
• Acapella
• Positive Expiratory Pressure
• Autogenic Drainage
• Positioning
• Hypertonic Saline Nebulisation
• Education on management of acute exacerbations and review of Action Plan
• Education on pathophysiology of condition and medications
• Management of chronic cough
• Nasal Lavage
• Review of inhaler technique
• Breathing Retraining Programme for Hyperventilation Syndrome
• Pelvic Floor Training
• Postural Education
• Management of Shortness of Breath and Energy Conservation
• Health Promotion
• Exercise Prescription