Specialist Service
Respiratory Rehabilitation
Breathe easier. Live fuller.
About this service
Respiratory physiotherapy helps people with breathing difficulties to improve their lung function, exercise tolerance, and quality of life. Our specialist respiratory physiotherapists use evidence-based techniques including airway clearance, breathing retraining, and graded exercise to help you breathe more effectively and feel more in control.
Conditions we treat
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Asthma
- Long COVID and post-viral fatigue
- Bronchiectasis
- Interstitial lung disease
- Dysfunctional breathing patterns
- Post-pneumonia rehabilitation
- Cystic fibrosis
- Breathing pattern disorders
- Pre and post-thoracic surgery
Your journey — what to expect
1
Respiratory assessment
Evaluation of your breathing pattern, exercise capacity, and the impact on your daily life.
2
Airway clearance techniques
Personalised techniques to help clear secretions and improve airway function.
3
Breathing retraining
Evidence-based exercises to optimise your breathing pattern and reduce breathlessness.
4
Graded exercise programme
A structured, progressive programme to safely improve your fitness and confidence.