Nemours Speech Pathologists Show How to Do Rescue Breaths for Vocal Cord Attacks
Teaching the “Rescue Breath”
• When you are experiencing a vocal fold attack, the vocal folds squeeze together, much like a cramp or a “charley horse.” This makes it difficult to breathe because the airway is being slightly closed off.
• When you take a rescue breath, try to focus on the exhale. You may feel like you need to take a deep breath in, but try not to because that can cause stridor and increased tightness. Concentrate on the exhale.
• Let’s begin with a long exhale through pursed lips or “kissy face” lips.
o Pursed lips are important because they help shape the vocal folds into a relaxed or open position. Then we will take two short sniffs in through the nose.
• During a vocal fold attach, you should repeat this type of breathing several times until your breathing improves.
• Some kids find it helpful to count the breaths.
o Slowly breathe out for a count of 4 and then breathe in through the nose for a count of 2.
• You can use this breathing whenever you need it - like when climbing steps, running sprints, or even when completing a 5k!
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