Breathing Under Excessive Pressure

Positive pressure breathing is a method of supporting life in conditions of low atmospheric pressure, which consists of supplying oxygen to a person’s lungs under increased pressure. This method is used in cases where a person is in conditions where the atmospheric pressure is below normal, for example, in an airplane when the cabin seal is broken.

When breathing under excess pressure, oxygen is supplied to the lungs at a pressure that exceeds atmospheric pressure and adds up to about 130-165 hectopascals. This helps compensate for the lack of oxygen in the air and ensures the normal functioning of the body.

Positive pressure breathing has a number of benefits. Firstly, it avoids hypoxia, which can occur at low atmospheric pressure. Secondly, due to the increased oxygen pressure in the lungs, blood supply to the brain and other organs improves, which helps to improve the general condition of the body. Thirdly, breathing under excess pressure helps reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, since the oxygen entering the lungs enriches the blood and improves its circulation.

However, it should be noted that breathing under excess pressure may have some disadvantages. For example, increased oxygen pressure in the lungs can lead to increased blood pressure, which can be dangerous for people with hypertension or cardiovascular disease. In addition, prolonged breathing under excess pressure can cause fatigue and headaches, as the body must adapt to new conditions.

In general, breathing under excess pressure is an effective method of ensuring the body’s vital functions in conditions of low atmospheric pressure. However, before using it, you should consult your doctor and take into account possible contraindications.



Breathing under pressure or hyperventilation is an effective method of improving human performance, but it requires mandatory monitoring and compliance with all rules and safety precautions.

Hyperventilation involves taking in large amounts of oxygen, which overwhelms the lungs, causing hypertension, tachycardia, irregular heart rhythm and other cardiovascular problems. Why is hyperventilation necessary? The essence of hyperventilation is the production of a large dose of oxygen by the lungs, which will be used by the body for its life support. You need to understand that hyperventilation is not aimed at short-term improvement of performance, it is carried out for a long time and its duration can be hours or even days. It allows you to lower the carbon dioxide content in the body and significantly increase the level of oxygen in the blood. The hyperventilation method is used