Respiratory Therapy

The ability to breathe freely and deeply is fundamental to life itself. When a respiratory condition, a critical illness, or a neurological disorder compromises your breathing, it can be a frightening and deeply limiting experience. The simple act of walking across a room can feel like a monumental task, and the constant fear of breathlessness can control your life.

At Apricot Care in Pune, we believe that you can regain control. Our specialized Respiratory Therapy program is dedicated to helping individuals improve their lung function, manage chronic respiratory conditions, and breathe with greater ease and confidence. Our highly trained respiratory therapists work with you to strengthen your respiratory system, reduce breathlessness, and enhance your overall quality of life.

We provide a compassionate, one-on-one approach to care, creating a safe and effective plan to help you build endurance, conserve energy, and live more fully.

Our Respiratory Therapy Program Is Designed To:

  • Reduce the sensation of breathlessness (dyspnea) during daily activities.
  • Improve lung capacity, efficiency, and overall pulmonary function.
  • Strengthen respiratory muscles to make breathing less work.
  • Effectively clear mucus from the lungs to reduce infection risk.
  • Increase your overall energy levels, endurance, and exercise tolerance.
  • Reduce the frequency of hospitalizations related to respiratory complications.

Who Can Benefit From Respiratory Therapy?

Our specialized respiratory services in Pune provide vital support for individuals with a wide range of conditions:

  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Including emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Our programs are proven to improve function and quality of life.Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a major health issue in India, estimated to affect over 55 million people, many of whom experience debilitating breathlessness that can be managed with pulmonary rehabilitation.
  • Post-COVID-19 Recovery: For individuals struggling with lingering breathlessness, fatigue, and reduced lung function after a COVID-19 infection.
  • Neurological Conditions: For patients whose respiratory muscles are weakened by conditions like Spinal Cord Injury, Muscular Dystrophy, ALS, or Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
  • Post-Surgical Patients: Especially after major cardiac, thoracic, or abdominal surgery, to prevent lung complications like pneumonia and to recondition the respiratory system.
  • Critically Ill Patients: We provide expert care for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, tracheostomy care, and ventilator weaning, both in a facility and through our ICU at Home service.
  • Other Chronic Lung Conditions: Including Asthma, Bronchiectasis, and Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD).

Our Comprehensive Approach to Respiratory Care

Your journey with us begins with a thorough assessment of your lung function, breathing patterns, and personal goals.
From there, we design a personalized therapy plan utilizing these core techniques.

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Breathing Retraining & Efficiency Techniques

The foundation of respiratory therapy is learning how to breathe more efficiently to reduce the workload on your body.

  • Pursed-Lip Breathing: This simple technique helps slow your breathing down, keep your airways open longer, and reduce the work of breathing, providing immediate relief from shortness of breath.
  • Diaphragmatic (Belly) Breathing: We retrain you to use your diaphragm—the primary muscle of breathing—more effectively. This strengthens the muscle, reduces the effort of breathing, and improves oxygen exchange.
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Advanced Airway Clearance (Chest Physiotherapy)

For patients who have difficulty clearing mucus from their lungs, our therapists use a variety of techniques to prevent mucus plugging and reduce the risk of chest infections.

  • Postural Drainage: We use gravity to our advantage, positioning you in specific ways to help drain mucus from different parts of your lungs.
  • Percussion and Vibration: This involves a therapist using cupped hands or a mechanical device to gently clap or vibrate your chest wall. This action loosens thick, sticky mucus, making it much easier to cough up.
  • Percussion and Vibration: This involves a therapist using cupped hands or a mechanical device to gently clap or vibrate your chest wall. This action loosens thick, sticky mucus, making it much easier to cough up.
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Structured Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs

This is a cornerstone of managing chronic lung disease. It's a medically supervised program that combines exercise training with education.

  • Personalized Exercise Prescription: It may seem counterintuitive, but exercise is crucial. We design a safe and controlled exercise program (including walking, cycling) while closely monitoring your oxygen levels and heart rate. This builds your cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength, so your body uses oxygen more efficiently and daily tasks become easier.
  • Strength & Endurance Training: We incorporate light resistance training for your arms, legs, and core. Stronger muscles require less oxygen to do their job, which reduces the demand on your lungs.
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Patient & Family Education

Knowledge is power. We empower you to become an active manager of your own condition.

  • Energy Conservation Techniques: We teach you how to structure your day and perform activities in ways that conserve energy and prevent severe breathlessness.
  • Inhaler & Nebulizer Technique: We ensure you are using your prescribed inhalers and other respiratory devices correctly to get the maximum benefit from your medication.
  • Oxygen Therapy Guidance: For patients on supplemental oxygen, we provide guidance on safe and effective use during rest and activity.
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Our Comprehensive Care and Support Services

  • 24/7 Nursing and Medical Supervision
  • Comfortable Stay
  • Nutritional Support
  • Safe Environment
  • Home Care Solutions
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24/7 Nursing and Medical Supervision

At apricot Care, we provide 24/7 nursing support to ensure that you receive continuous care and medical monitoring. Whether you're staying in our facility or recovering at home, our trained nurses and medical staff are always available to address your needs, ensuring a safe and secure environment throughout your recovery journey.

Why Choose Apricot Care for Respiratory Care in Pune?

One-on-One, Monitored Sessions

All therapy is conducted one-on-one with a skilled therapist who continuously monitors your vital signs (like oxygen saturation) to ensure your complete safety and comfort.

An Integrated Part of Your Overall Rehab

For our Apricot and post-op patients, respiratory health is not an afterthought. We seamlessly integrate respiratory therapy into your main rehabilitation plan for a truly holistic recovery.

Focus on Self-Management

Our ultimate goal is to give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to manage your condition effectively at home, reducing your reliance on emergency medical care.

Experienced and Compassionate Therapists

Our team understands the anxiety that comes with breathing difficulties. We provide care that is not only technically excellent but also patient, reassuring, and supportive.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

I get breathless just walking to the kitchen. How can I possibly exercise?

This is the most common and understandable concern. Our pulmonary rehabilitation programs are specifically designed for people who get breathless easily. We start very slowly, in a controlled environment, and monitor you constantly. The program is designed to gradually build your tolerance, so the same activity (like walking to the kitchen) will soon cause less breathlessness.

What is the difference between a pulmonologist and a respiratory therapist?

A pulmonologist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases of the lungs, often prescribing medications. A respiratory therapist is a specialized healthcare professional who treats your breathing function through physical techniques like exercise, breathing retraining, and airway clearance. We work closely with your pulmonologist's plan to carry out the therapeutic side of your care.

Can respiratory therapy help me get off supplemental oxygen?

In some cases, yes. By improving your lung efficiency and strengthening your body, our programs can reduce the amount of supplemental oxygen you need. For some patients, this may mean needing oxygen only during activity instead of all the time, or potentially coming off it completely. This is highly individual and depends on your underlying condition.

Is chest physiotherapy (percussion) painful?

When performed correctly by a trained therapist, chest physiotherapy should not be painful. The technique uses cupped hands to create a hollow "popping" sound, which creates vibrations to loosen mucus without causing pain. We always ensure you are comfortable throughout the session.

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