Suitability and Supervision
Do not commence Buteyko breathing exercises if you have any of the following conditions: sickle cell anaemia; arterial aneurysm; very high uncontrolled blood pressure; any heart problems in the past three months; uncontrolled hyperthyroidism; a known brain tumour or kidney disease.
Likewise do not practice Buteyko breathing exercises during pregnancy. The best option is for mothers to learn the method and have a high Control Pause prior to becoming pregnant.
If you suffer from diabetes: a reversal of hyperventilation will reduce blood sugar levels which may, in turn, lead to a diabetic coma, exercises must be performed only under direct supervision with a healthcare professional such as an endocrinologist or diabetes nurse.
Supervision when performing Buteyko exercises is also required for sufferers of: severe asthma, emphysema, epilepsy, and schizophrenia.
By booking with us you are attesting to be a suitable candidate for the taking up of Buteyko breathing exercises and that you will if necessary conduct the exercises under supervision as outlined.