What is Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction?

What is Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction? Do you experience shortness of breath, wheezing, or coughing after exercise? You might have Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB), a condition where the airways narrow during or after physical activity. In this video, we break down the causes, symptoms, and best treatments for EIB, plus tips on how to keep exercising safely. Professor John Dickinson is an Exercise Respiratory Physiologist at Marylebone Health Group(CHHP) and is a Professor in Sports and Exercise Sciences at the University of Kent. Prof Dickinson has over 16 years of experience in Sports and Exercise Science, completing his Bachelor's degree in Sports Science in 2002 at Bangor University in Wales. In 2003, Prof Dickinson began working at the Olympic Medical Institute in Northwick Park Hospital as a research assistant. During this position, he began his PhD research surrounding the prevalence, diagnosis and treatment of exercise-induced asthma in elite athletes. In 2004, he became a research physiologist at the English Institute of Sport where he further investigated respiratory problems in elite athletes. He was awarded his PhD by Brunel University in 2006 and was accredited as a Sports and Exercise Physiologist by the British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences (BASES) in the same year. 00:00 - Introduction 00:24 - What is Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction? 2:36 - What are the symptoms? 3:16 - How is it diagnosed? 5:44 - What are the management or treatment options? Disclaimer: This video is merely educational and may not encompass the whole range of symptoms, causes and treatments for this condition. Each individual case can vary. Please consult a healthcare professional for a full personalised assessment. The content in this video is provided by an independent, qualified, healthcare professional. Doctify does not endorse, verify, or assume responsibility for this content, and it should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Learn more at: https://www.doctify.com https://www.doctify.com/uk/specialist/john-dickinson https://www.doctify.com/uk/practice/chhp-london https://www.instagram.com/doctify/ https://www.facebook.com/doctifyuk https://x.com/doctifyuk/ #ExerciseInducedBronchoconstriction #Asthma #BreathingProblems #LungHealth #ExerciseTips #HealthyLiving #Airways #Wheezing #ShortnessOfBreath #Fitness #Cardio #SportsMedicine #PulmonaryHealth #HealthEducation #AthleteWellness #RespiratoryHealth #RunningTips #BreathControl #Lungs #WorkoutTips