Ineffective cough and mechanical mucociliary clearance techniques.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.medine.2017.12.005
Abstract: Abstract Cough is a fundamental defense mechanism for keeping the airway free of foreign elements. Life-threatening situations may arise when cough proves ineffective as a result of muscle weakness or altered mucociliary function. When a… read more here.
Keywords: ineffective cough; clearance techniques; mechanical mucociliary; mucociliary clearance ... See more keywords
Exercise and Airway Clearance Techniques in Cystic Fibrosis
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1758729
Abstract: Abstract Exercise and airway clearance techniques (ACTs) have been a cornerstone of treatment for people with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) for many decades. Exercise may confer both respiratory and nonrespiratory benefits for pwCF, with greater exercise… read more here.
Keywords: exercise airway; airway clearance; clearance techniques; exercise ... See more keywords
Physiotherapist perspectives of airway clearance techniques in bronchiectasis
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2028326
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction Our understanding regarding the personalization of airway clearance techniques (ACTs) in bronchiectasis is limited. Objective This study aimed to determine physiotherapist perceptions regarding the prescription of ACTs in inpatients and outpatients with bronchiectasis.… read more here.
Keywords: techniques bronchiectasis; airway clearance; physiotherapist perspectives; perspectives airway ... See more keywords
Patient perspectives of airway clearance techniques in bronchiectasis.
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2126741
Abstract: INTRODUCTION While airway clearance techniques (ACTs) are recommended for individuals with bronchiectasis, data suggests the use of and adherence to ACTs is poor. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to identify patient perceptions regarding ACTs, the barriers… read more here.
Keywords: adherence; airway clearance; perspectives airway; clearance techniques ... See more keywords
Comparison of Effects of Manual and Mechanical Airway Clearance Techniques on Intracranial Pressure in Patients With Severe Traumatic Brain Injury on a Ventilator: Randomized, Crossover Trial
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DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzy141
Abstract: BACKGROUND Physical therapist intervention can play a significant role in the prevention of mechanical and infectious complications in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) who are mechanically ventilated. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was… read more here.
Keywords: intervention; clearance techniques; treatment; intracranial pressure ... See more keywords
Immediate Effects and Safety of High-Frequency Chest Wall Compression Compared to Airway Clearance Techniques in Non-Hospitalized Infants With Acute Viral Bronchiolitis
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DOI: 10.4187/respcare.08177
Abstract: BACKGROUND: No studies have investigated the use and safety of high-frequency chest wall compression (HFCWC) for non-hospitalized infants with acute viral bronchiolitis (AVB). The aim of the present study was to evaluate the immediate effects… read more here.
Keywords: non hospitalized; clearance techniques; safety; airway clearance ... See more keywords