Respiratory physiotherapy
Physiotherapy (physical therapy)
Supporting breathing and clearing the chest - important after severe stroke or high spinal cord injury.
Who it helps
People whose breathing muscles are weakened - for example after a high spinal cord injury or severe neurological illness.
What it involves
Techniques to keep the lungs clear and strong.
- Breathing exercises and positioning
- Techniques to clear secretions and cough
- Building respiratory endurance
Helpful next
This is general education, not medical advice. Talk to your clinician before starting, stopping, or changing any treatment.