Respiratory physiotherapy includes techniques that help improve lung function and facilitate airway clearance.
What does it include?
- airway clearance techniques
- breathing exercises
- use of devices (e.g. cough assist)
The cough assist device supports coughing, primarily in children with muscle weakness.
When is it needed?
- neuromuscular diseases
- recurrent respiratory infections
- bronchiectasis
- chronic diseases
- chronic bronchial secretions.
