NEW
Explore my blog posts to improve breathing with pectus excavatum. Let these resources help you thrive and grow.
I had flared ribs as a result of my pectus excavatum, so I know firsthand how challenging it can be. It is a frustrating issue, especially if you’re a teenager looking to improve your appearance. I always hated the way my ribs were poking out of my shirts. It even made my pectus excavatum deformity … Read more
Strength training can be a game-changer for those with pectus excavatum, improving both appearance and physical performance. But it’s important to remember that while these exercises can make you look and feel stronger, they won’t directly correct the chest deformity or reduce the Haller Index. Still, building muscle can boost your confidence and help you … Read more
Running with pectus excavatum can be challenging, especially when it comes to breathing. If you have a sunken chest, you may struggle to get enough oxygen while running, even if you’re in great shape. The difficulty in breathing isn’t just about being out of shape; it’s often due to the deformity itself. Whether you’re an … Read more
A study that summarizes the 32-year experience in the non-operative approach of pectus carinatum and pectus excavatum repair says swimming should be prescribed for pectus patients of all ages. The study also says that weight training without a DTC orthosis can worsen a protruding chest and contribute to its stiffness. The freestyle, backstroke, or crawl … Read more
Yoga is good for improving pectus excavatum because it: Great for Men and Women It is ideal for both males and females. I remarkably advocate for all people who suffer from pectus excavatum to do yoga at least three times a week. Don’t be surprised why this ancient self-discipline has become popular among modern celebrities … Read more
It is scientifically proven that we, who have pectus excavatum suffer from embarrassment, low self-confidence, and social anxiety. We’re are prone to overthinking, sometimes leading to depression. These psychological issues can change our life on a deep level. Some teenagers with pectus excavatum shy away from showing their “flawed” body when going for a swim … Read more
Pectus excavatum-related symptoms like shortness of breath and exercise intolerance have referred to the deformity from the start. Johann Bauhin recorded the first patient with pectus excavatum in the late 1500s in Spain. He said that the patient had exercise intolerance and shortness of breath. Five hundred years later, in the 20th century, there was … Read more
The lack of web publications for pectus excavatum in women was my biggest motivation to write this. I stumbled upon many women with sunken chests looking for information online. The main reason I believe there is a lack of information is that science says pectus excavatum occurs five times less frequently in women than men. … Read more
Pilates is often recommended for improving posture and core strength, but can it really help with pectus excavatum, a condition where the chest sinks inward? If you’re exploring non-surgical ways to manage pectus excavatum, Pilates might be on your radar. In this blog post, we’ll dive into the benefits of Pilates for pectus excavatum. We’ll … Read more
Breathing exercises can be a game-changer for those with pectus excavatum, a condition that affects the chest and can impact lung function. If you’re looking to improve your breathing capacity and overall chest appearance, incorporating specific exercises into your routine can make a big difference. In this blog post, we’ll cover six effective breathing exercises … Read more
Does pectus excavatum affect singing? Yes, it does. But here’s the key: understanding how it impacts your singing and, more importantly, what you can do to prevent it from hindering your passion. In this blog post, I’ll share practical tips and techniques to help you become a better singer with pectus excavatum. Whether you’re just … Read more
A few available and affordable options can help us improve pectus excavatum. One of them is blowing balloons as a lung-capacity-improving exercise. We often struggle with shortness of breath and breathing problems because of the deformity. Finding solutions to improve this is very important to us. Doctors advise that applying a compression brace, performing specialized … Read more
In a more severe form, pectus excavatum can cause more significant problems. It is not just the appearance that worsens. Patients with severe indentation are more likely to have reduced pulmonary function and a restrictive pulmonary capacity. The respiratory process and breathing capacity can affect our health and quality of life. Because of that, we must find … Read more
The treadmill test can show how you correspond to physical activity with your pectus excavatum deformity. If you experience chest discomfort, the test can recognize shortness of breath or even dizziness during physical exercise. This test can help analyze a lot of problems. An echocardiogram, a treadmill test, defines a procedure that, by using sound waves, creates … Read more
It is essential to understand hypoventilation and hyperventilation because they are two widespread breathing abnormalities for us with pectus excavatum. We must learn to cope with them and understand why they arise because breathing issues and chest abnormalities like pectus excavatum are closely associated. Additionally, breathing problems can transform into panic and fear if we are unaware of why … Read more
The sunken chest deformity can cause significant mental health issues in patients, such as panic attacks. Those issues usually begin with constant worrying about the perceived imperfection in your appearance, in the form of anxious thoughts that can quickly evolve into a severe panic attack. As someone with pectus excavatum deformity, I know that from … Read more
Sleep apnea can be one of the many possible breathing difficulties in people with pectus excavatum. It is a sleep disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly. You may have this disorder if you snore loudly and feel fatigued even after a long night’s sleep. Apnea Lowers Life Quality Aside from the cosmetic problem … Read more
Pectus excavatum can also cause development in the presence of illnesses involving upper airway obstruction, which can affect our sleeping in different ways. Plenty of people with pectus excavatum are affected by asthma. Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow down and swell, producing extra mucus. It can make breathing difficult, further worsening … Read more
Mr. Pectus © 2024
Read 5 out of 93 chapters of our 1127-page e-book on how to fix pectus non-surgically “Breathe Deeper”...
