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exercises to help clear the chest during
COVID-19
recovery
Experts indicate that a person may have mucus or phlegm in their lungs if they have contracted the COVID-19 infection. It is especially important to focus on clearing out the lungs during COVID-19 recovery.
The following exercises may be recommended by a physiotherapist or nurse following COVID-19.
Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) exercise consists of three simple breathing exercises that help clear out the chest:
1 Breathing control: 2 Gentle, relaxed breathing
Deep breaths:
Breathe in slowly and deeply, gently breathe out without forcing it, and repeat about 3-4 times only.
3
with your shoulders relaxed.
Forced expiration techniques (Huff ):
Take a medium-sized breath in and breathe out forcefully for a short time. Ensure to keep mouth open and use stomach/chest muscles. Repeat 1-2 times and always finish on a cough or huff.
Breathing control
Deep Breath (3 or 4)
HUFF
Breathing control
Deep Breath (3 or 4)
Breathing control
Seek medical help if you find it difficult to cope with your symptoms.
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