Buteyko Practitioner training in Los Angeles, California by author and practitioner Patrick McKeown from Tues 12th - Tues 19th October, 2010 inclusive.
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What is involved?
1) Upon registration- the Buteyko Breathing Clinic training manual, reading material, medical papers and DVD set is provided. This enables new practitioners to become familiar with the theoretical elements before they commence training.
2) Attendance to eight days practical clinics to observe approximately twenty five patients being instructed.
3) Training practitioners observe and assist with patients of varying asthma severity.
4) Newly qualified practitioners teach small groups only for the first six months.
We will assist you in every way possible to ensure that you are able to teach your clients in a proficient and safe manner.
Course Syllabus
Practitioner training concentrates on the practical application, which is an essential element in ensuring your success. Below is a breakdown of what is taught: Introduction to the Buteyko MethodChronic Hyperventilation
Basics of respiratory physiology
Provision and review of over fifty medical papers related to course content
Different theories of how over-breathing contributes to airway obstruction
(Reading material provided)
Various symptoms and conditions arising from hyperventilation
How the Buteyko Method differs to other breathing methods
Assessing the patient
Assessing patient and determining your approach
How to measure the Control Pause correctly
How to determine if your client is measuring CP correctly
Breathing Exercises
How to stop coughing
How to stop wheezing
How to unblock the nose, relieve constipation and more using breath hold.
Reduced breathing with varying approaches
Correct breathing during physical exercise
Breath holds during physical activity and sports
How to teach children using steps and reduced breathing
Working with the patient
What results your patients should expect and in what time
What to do when results are stubborn
Anticipating the cleansing reactions
What exercises to use with different people and complaints
Nuances to be aware of with different patients
Various approaches when sensitivity to breathing is poor
Lifestyle guidelines
Correct sleeping
Diet
Temperatures
Speaking, playing musical instruments, etc.
Asthma Medication
Types of medication including reliever and preventer
Issues and roles associated with each
What reduction of medication is expected
When patient should visit Doctor for examination
Buteyko Clinic: Caring for your future
You will receive the most effective Buteyko training and knowledge.
- You will become a practitioner in a renowned and highly reputable therapy.
- You will be provided with an intensive training manual and reading material.
- You will have your own practitioner web page which will be updated on a regular basis.
- You will gain worldwide referrals as a result of the success of our books, Asthma Free Naturally and Close Your Mouth.
- There will be continuous follow up support available.
We are currently seeking a partner to help provide Buteyko Practitioner training in a number of states the US. If you feel you would like to become a part of what is the most effective therapy in the world for the treatment of asthma and other respiratory conditions, please contact us at 
Offering Buteyko practitioner training from your existing practice will be a beneficial add on service.