Cardiopulmonary

Described by Jean Chevaillier in 1967, autogenic drainage is widely used throughout Europe. This paper describes the technique which is based Chevaillier’s work; and offers a physiological explanation for how it works. This course also reviews the evidence supporting the use of autogenic drainage.

This on-line course discusses the successes and failures of a respiratory rehabilitation programme designed for an overweight, sedentary 61-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Part 2 is from pages 1171 - 1179 of the reading material.

Increasing evidence indicates that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex disease involving more than airflow obstruction.

These courses examine the systemic consequences of airflow obstruction and the serious potential side effects of conventional drug treatment including potentially aggravating a range of comorbid diseases.

The courses also discuss the pros and cons of other therapies.

Increasing evidence indicates that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex disease involving more than airflow obstruction.

These courses examine the systemic consequences of airflow obstruction and the serious potential side effects of conventional drug treatment including potentially aggravating a range of comorbid diseases.

The courses also discuss the pros and cons of other therapies.