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Effects of positive expiratory pressure on chest wall volumes in subjects with stroke compared to healthy controls: a case–control study

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Highlights • The PEP device at 10 cmH2O may be a potential home treatment for stroke group.• The intensities above 10 cmH2O may lead to lung hyperinflation in stroke group.•… Click to show full abstract

Highlights • The PEP device at 10 cmH2O may be a potential home treatment for stroke group.• The intensities above 10 cmH2O may lead to lung hyperinflation in stroke group.• Stroke group reduced shortening velocity index for expiratory muscles during use PEP.

Keywords: pressure chest; stroke group; chest wall; effects positive; positive expiratory; expiratory pressure

Journal Title: Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy
Year Published: 2017

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