For the last week or so I’ve been noticing some aching when breathing in. When I focus on it it seems to be an ache at the fullest part of the in breath.
It feels like my lungs have shrunk and are protesting at being asked to fully expand. It’s more like a muscle ache than a sharp pain. It’s also worse first thing in the morning.
When I relax and focus I can see I’m not taking full breaths. Almost like subconsciously my body knows it might hurt if I do, so stops. I guess like any part of the body if you don’t use the full range of motion regularly then when you try to extend that motion your body will ache.
So I’m really focusing on breathing exercises and 3 or 4 times a day making sure to take some really deep breaths for a few minutes. It seems there are gadgets to help with this now. I’ve asked my physio if these are worth investing in as they seem quite expensive.
I’m obviously hoping it’s just conditioning and exercise and not a sign of progressing illness in my lungs and will continue with that assumption until I know otherwise.
More fresh air and walking is on the cards and I’ve had a great response from friends wanting to accompany me. Who knows I may even get out on my bike before too long.
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