How to Stop Coughing using only your lips

A continuing coughing spell leaves you short of breath and struggling. Even after taking medications stopping a continuing cough is sometimes difficult. By paying attention to your breathing and with the use of your lips, you can stop coughing.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• lips

1. Pucker your lips, really push them out.
2. Breath in and out shallowly.
3. Focus on your breathing and try to slow down your breathing.

Tips & Warnings

• Think about your breathing and keep your lips puckered way out.
• This article is not a replacement or substitute for seeking medical attention from your own medical doctor or health care provider.
• Contact your doctor if after taking prescription medication and using this technique you still can’t control your cough.