At CIRCAE, in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert (Brussels), Sibylle Doyen, respiratory physiotherapist, supports airway clearance, breathing re-education and exercise reconditioning. Personalised care adapted to age, condition and each person's abilities, in collaboration with the pulmonologist.
Clear and free the airways
Strengthen the breathing muscles
Recondition to exercise safely
Tailor the programme to each patient
Respiratory physiotherapy helps you breathe better, clear secretions and rebuild stamina. At CIRCAE, in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert (Brussels), Sibylle Doyen, respiratory physiotherapist, offers care adapted to age, condition and each person's abilities, in collaboration with the pulmonologist.
It is intended for people with COPD, emphysema, bronchiectasis or asthma, as well as those recovering from a respiratory infection or chest surgery. The work combines airway clearance, breathing re-education and gradual exercise reconditioning (pulmonary rehabilitation).
The main respiratory situations supported at the centre.
Airway clearance, breathing control and exercise reconditioning to improve activity tolerance.
Regular bronchial drainage to clear secretions and limit recurrent infections.
Learning breathing control and managing breathlessness on exertion.
Manual and instrumental techniques to clear mucus from the airways.
A gradual programme of endurance and strengthening, carried out safely.
Restoring respiratory function after pneumonia, COVID or chest surgery.
After an initial respiratory assessment, care combines airway clearance, breathing re-education and exercise reconditioning, at a pace suited to each person.
Assessment of breathing, secretions and exercise tolerance, then a personalised programme.
Manual and instrumental techniques to help clear secretions and free the airways.
A gradual programme of endurance and strengthening, to regain breath and independence safely.
Learning to breathe better and to manage breathlessness, to gain independence in everyday life.
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Our specialties
Sleep centre · Sleep apnoea · Insomnia & CBT-I · Pulmonologist Brussels · Allergist Brussels · Respiratory physiotherapy · COPD · Sports physician · Dietitian · Neuropsychologist · Asthma · Snoring · VO2max · Excess weight
