The average healthy person breathes more than 20,000 cycles of breath per day. Most of us take breathing for granted and give little thought to the mechanisms involved. Yet many "healthy" people breathe inefficiently, and these numbers increase for those living with pain and disability. This module will offer simple practical approaches to promote efficient breathing and the engagement in meaningful occupations for our clients and ourselves.

Learning Objectives

Following this course module, participants will be able to:

• Describe how inefficient breathing patterns impact body functions, body structures, and occupational performance
• Apply 3 or more breathing techniques to promote occupational performance



Materials Needed: One standard drinking straw (can be plastic, paper, or metal)

Course Instructor: Richard Sabel MA, MS, OTR, GCFP

Credits Earned: 1.25 CCH

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