Exercise is important for everyone and the good news for children with asthma is that it is good for them too. The benefits of exercise: Improves lung capacity. Manage their symptoms better. Easier to manage daily tasks. Increase their confidence. Less fear of breathlessness. Lift their mood. Improve strength, posture and flexibility. Improve sleep and […]
If you notice breathlessness affecting how you manage your daily living tasks, or if you would like further information or assistance to discuss any of these issues: Contact your local council social care services for assessment by an occupational therapist or social worker. Your GP or practice nurse can make a referral to occupational therapy […]
When you are doing the housework: Prioritise what tasks need to be done, and plan into your day and throughout your week. Do not try to get it all done at once. Schedule more demanding tasks for the time of day which is best for you. Remember to pace yourself, resting after each stage of […]
Try to allow yourself time in the mornings to do all the washing, dressing and grooming tasks without rushing. On days when you feel your asthma and breathing are not so good, have a simplified morning routine as a back up. For example take your inhalers and rest before you attempt washing, shower or dressing. […]
Living with asthma can affect your daily routines and the way in which you manage the daily tasks that we all need to do; getting dressed, having a shower, shopping, cooking and so on. You may notice there are times when you are more, or less, breathless. Think about the ways in which you already […]
If you notice breathlessness affecting how you manage your daily living tasks, or if you would like further information or assistance to discuss any of these issues, please contact your local council social care services for assessment by an Occupational Therapist or Social Worker. Your GP or practice nurse can make a referral to Occupational […]
Organise your kitchen Keep the kitchen items that you use most often together and within easy reach. For example keep tea, coffee and sugar next to kettle where you will use them. Organise your kitchen cupboards so you don’t need to bend down or reach up for the items you use regularly. Leave dishes to […]
Plan ahead and organise your shopping trips. Avoid carrying heavy bags and only buy what you can carry without getting overly breathless. Consider getting a wheeled shopping trolley. Friends and family can also help by getting heavier shopping such as washing powder, cleaning products and tinned food. You may wish to think about ordering shopping […]
Put all the clothes you need together before you start. You could do this the day before or at a time when you have more energy. Choose clothes which are easier to put on. Stretch fabrics, loose fitting with few fastenings are often best. Polo type shirts are very easy. Slip on shoes, loose fitting […]
In general showering is easier than getting in and out of a bath. Always use a non slip mat in the bath or shower. Avoid using strongly scented soaps and body washes. There are unperfumed options. Avoid using bath oils. They make your bath very slippery and make getting in and out of the bath […]
