The Buteyko Method is a set of breathing exercises developed by Dr K P Buteyko to develop healthy breathing patterns, which help to maintain the correct ratio of oxygen and carbon dioxide within the bloodstream.

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According to his research, some 150 diseases are linked to dysfunctional breathing: asthma, allergies and emphysema are just a few examples. More than 40 years of research have produced the Buteyko Method, which can recondition and normalize the breathing and restore the body's most important function.

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Many thousands of asthmatics and those with breathing difficulties have experienced remarkable improvement in their condition with this amazing Method, which has allowed them to reduce their dependency on medication and enjoy a quality of life they previously thought impossible. By playing off of gentle breath holds, nasal breathing techniques, and controlled breathing exercises, these practices help reduce chronic over‑breathing, support carbon dioxide tolerance, and encourage calmer, more efficient respiratory rhythms. At NW Naturopath, you’ll learn how to identify these over‑breathing habits, practice nasal breathing, and apply Buteyko exercises at home.

 

Conditions that have been addressed by the Buteyko Breathing Method include:

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• Asthma

• Sinusitis

• Nasal congestion

• ​Snoring

• Sleep Apnea

• ​Pulmonary Fibrosis

• ​Chronic Bronchitis

• Hypertension

• Anxiety and panic attacks 

• Speech patterns

• Raynaud's syndrome

• Sports performance and endurance

• Mouth Breathing & Chronic Over-Breathing

• Breathlessness

• Nervous System Regulation

 

We offer the Buteyko Breathing Method to patients in Tigard, Portland, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, and surrounding communities. If you’re looking for a structured, evidence‑informed approach to improving your breathing patterns and supporting overall wellness, the Buteyko Method is a gentle and effective option.