Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common chronic respiratory disease, and the incidence of COPD is gradually increasing with the aging population. Traditional Chinese medicine** has accumulated a wealth of experience in this disease, and in winter, lung function exercises for COPD patients are even more important. This article will introduce how to perform pulmonary function exercises in winter for COPD patients based on traditional Chinese medicine theories and ancient and modern prescriptions to improve respiratory muscle strength, enhance lung capacity, promote airway patency and improve quality of life.
1. Appropriate pulmonary function exercise methods in winter.
In the winter, COPD patients can choose from the following types of pulmonary function exercises.
1.Take a deep breath and practice Xi.
Deep breathing exercises are a simple and effective way Xi to exercise lung function. Patients with COPD can insist on deep breathing every day, gradually increasing their lung capacity by inhaling deeply and exhaling slowly. In this process, it can be combined with deep breathing exercises, such as "bird wings", "balloon" and other actions to increase the fun and effect of the exercise.
2.Respiratory muscle exercises.
Respiratory muscle training refers to the training of respiratory muscles to improve respiratory muscle strength and endurance. Common exercises include inhaling slowly, then trying to hold your breath for 5-10 seconds, then exhaling slowlyUse assistive devices such as breathing trainers for breathing exercises, etc. These exercises can effectively strengthen the respiratory muscles and improve respiratory function in COPD patients.
3.Traditional Chinese medicine acupressure.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that by massaging specific acupuncture points, it can regulate qi, improve qi and blood circulation, and promote the recovery of lung function. Patients with COPD can ask a professional TCM masseur or learn Xi self-massage method to massage the following main acupoints: Lung Yu acupoint, Da Vertebral acupoint, chest acupoint, etc. Massage can use the thumb, index finger or massage stick and other tools, each massage for 5-10 minutes, several times a day, persistence, can effectively improve lung function.
2. The application of traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions and COPD.
There are many famous prescriptions for COPD in the classic literature of Chinese medicine, and the following is an introduction to a few commonly used Chinese medicine prescriptions:
1.Ma apricot stone sweet soup.
Ma Xing Shi Gantang is one of the "Jin Kui Yaolu", which is composed of ephedra, almonds, gypsum, licorice, etc. This formula can dispel wind and cold, dredge lung qi, clear heat and dissolve phlegm, and is suitable for patients with symptoms such as asthma and cold cough. It can be taken orally daily before meals for more than a week to help improve lung function.
2.Liuwei Rehmannia pills.
Liuwei Dihuang Pill is one of the "Jin Kui Yaolu", which is composed of rehman, yam, dogwood, wolfberry, peony peel and Ze Yuan. This formula has the effect of nourishing yin and clearing heat, tonifying the kidney and invigorating qi, and can be used for symptoms such as cold, phlegm, cough, and shortness of breath in patients with COPD. It can be taken orally 3 times a day, about 10 grams each time, for several weeks, which can significantly improve lung function.
Conclusion: In winter, it is very important for COPD patients to do pulmonary function exercises. Through deep breathing exercises, Xi exercises, respiratory muscle exercises, and traditional Chinese medicine acupoint massage, lung capacity can be improved, respiratory muscle strength can be enhanced, airway smoothness can be promoted, and the quality of life of patients can be improved. At the same time, when choosing a famous prescription of traditional Chinese medicine, you can choose the appropriate prescription according to different conditions, cooperate with exercise, and improve the best effect. Please note, however, that the information provided in this article is for informational purposes only, please follow your doctor's instructions for specific use.
Health References:
1.Chinese Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Clinical guidelines for the prevention and treatment of COPD with traditional Chinese medicine[J].China Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Press, 2018