Current devices of respiratory physiotherapy.

Area of Science:

• Pulmonology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Medical Devices

Background:

• Patients with respiratory diseases utilize various devices for airway mucus clearance and improved pulmonary function.
• These devices serve as alternative or supplemental therapies, promoting self-management and potentially increasing patient adherence to daily treatment regimens.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of current respiratory physiotherapy devices through a literature review.
• To identify key benefits of these devices, including independent application, user control, and ease of use, which may enhance patient compliance.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive literature review was conducted to analyze existing studies on respiratory physiotherapy devices.
• The review focused on devices such as Positive Expiratory Pressure, High Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation, Oral High Frequency Oscillation, Intrapulmonary Percussive Ventilation, Incentive Spirometry, Flutter, Acapella, and Cornet.

Main Results:

• Published studies indicate that current respiratory physiotherapy devices are effective for mucus expectoration.
• These devices demonstrate positive outcomes in improving pulmonary function among patients.

Conclusions:

• Current respiratory physiotherapy devices appear effective in managing mucus and enhancing lung function.
• Selecting the optimal device for individual patients presents a challenge for physiotherapists aiming to maximize treatment compliance.
• Further controlled studies are recommended due to the limited number of published research in this area.