High-frequency chest wall compression for diseases other than cystic fibrosis
HAYES, Inc.
Record ID 32006000102
English
Authors' objectives:
High-frequency chest wall compression (HFCWC) is a mechanical form of chest physiotherapy used as an alternative to conventional chest physical therapy in patients with an impairment of the ability to clear pulmonary secretions. The purpose of chest physiotherapy is to enhance and promote effective airway clearance and pulmonary function. It is hypothesized that HFCWC provides assistance with mucociliary clearance by altering airflow patterns and reducing sputum viscosity.
Authors' methods:
Review
Details
Project Status:
Completed
URL for project:
http://www.hayesinc.com/
Year Published:
2005
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Airway Obstruction
- Chest Wall Oscillation
- Mucociliary Clearance
- Respiratory Tract Diseases
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
HAYES, Inc.
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