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Standing positions
Here are three standing positions that may help you recover your breathing more quickly. You might want to try these and see which you find most helpful.
Hands on hips or behind back
Some people find it helpful to place hands in pockets or on top of handbag.
Leaning against a wall
It’s best to keep your feet hip width apart. Try experimenting with how far your feet are away from the wall.
Leaning onto a support
Experiment with different heights of the support, and using one or two hands. Keeping your feet hip width apart may help.
Other positions
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This website describes some practical ways to help you manage day-to-day long-term breathlessness. It has useful information for people with lung conditions, their carers, and the health professionals supporting them.
If your breathing is getting rapidly worse or you have new symptoms, it is important to seek prompt medical review or call 000. This website is not designed for people who have a new undiagnosed breathing problem or a sudden deterioration. It is not a substitute for medical assessment.