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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonology and Respiratory Medicine
  • Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Background:

  • Respiratory physiotherapy is integral to managing patients with respiratory diseases.
  • The profession encompasses a diverse range of skills and interventions.
  • Integrated care models emphasize coordinated patient management across healthcare settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the scope of practice for respiratory physiotherapists in integrated respiratory care.
  • To summarize current evidence and practices in respiratory physiotherapy.
  • To identify future research directions and areas needing further investigation.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a narrative review.
  • It draws upon the Harmonised Education in Respiratory Medicine for European Specialists (HERMES) syllabus.
  • Current international guidelines were consulted for clinical recommendations.

Main Results:

  • Respiratory physiotherapists contribute across the integrated care continuum for respiratory conditions.
  • Specific areas of practice and evidence are highlighted.
  • Gaps in evidence for certain respiratory therapy techniques were identified.

Conclusions:

  • Respiratory physiotherapy is a key component of comprehensive respiratory disease management.
  • Further research is needed to solidify the evidence base for specific interventions.
  • Recommendations for clinical practice are provided based on international guidelines.