When you breathe, your lungs keep a certain amount of air stored for a few minutes. When you apply a sudden burst of pressure to your abdominal/diaphragm region, the air is forced upwards through the airway, pushing the stuck object out.
Rehman’s method is great when you’re concerned about not being able to apply enough pressure with your fist for the Heimlich. Do not be afraid to make more than one attempt if the object doesn’t pop out on the first try.
You can never be too prepared when it comes to a scary situation like this, and physicians have a few more pointers to help you out. Rule one is to stay calm. Since your lungs have a small reserve of air, you need to work calmly but fast. While your intuition may tell you to drink something, avoid doing that as it can make things worse.
Do follow your gut and try to cough up what’s stuck if you’re able, as this may relieve your discomfort and force the food to come up. Sometimes, a few coughs is all it takes.
Experts suggest being checked out by a medical professional following a choking incident to make sure there is no damage to the organs or throat region. They’ll also check to make sure that there is nothing left in the throat. That may mean a call to 911 or visit to a hospital.
Click on this video again to learn this safety vet’s method to rescue yourself, and be careful while chewing! The best remedy is prevention.
