How To Prevent And Treat Hypoxemia

Stay Active

Individuals learning to stay active even when they are having trouble breathing is another method of prevention. The mind and body work better when an individual is active. Medical professionals recommend the average person is active at least 150 minutes per week for better health. This breaks down to approximately twenty minutes of physical activity per day. It’s not always easy to be active when dealing with breathing difficulties, but taking a long walk is a great alternative. Individuals can find other activities that keep them active and still allow them to feel good too. Swimming, walking, dancing, and even taking yoga classes where the focus is on deep breathing can help. Patients just need to know what makes their breathing difficult and avoid those situations. They can use this knowledge to stay active and prevent hypoxemia from occurring.