Respiratory Physiotherapy is a type of Physiotherapy used to diagnose and treat respiratory system disorders. Most approaches to Respiratory Physiotherapy employ a variety of chest clearance techniques, as well as exercises, and teach the patient rest positions to maximise the functional ability of their lungs.
It aims to clear the patient’s airways and enable them to resume physical activity and exercise.
(It should be noted that respiratory physiotherapy is not intended to replace medical treatment, but rather to supplement it and make it more effective.)
Why is Respiratory Physiotherapy Done?
- Respiratory physiotherapy is used to treat diseases of the respiratory system. Here are some examples:
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Pneumonia
- Chronic bronchitis
- Emphysema
- Cystic fibrosis
- Inhaled foreign bodies
- Neuromuscular diseases It is also beneficial for rehabilitation following major surgical procedures such as lung, heart, and liver transplants, as well as other chest surgical protocols.