کد مقاله کد نشریه سال انتشار مقاله انگلیسی نسخه تمام متن
4209352 1280481 2008 7 صفحه PDF دانلود رایگان
عنوان انگلیسی مقاله ISI
Respiratory training with a specific device in cystic fibrosis: A prospective study
موضوعات مرتبط
علوم پزشکی و سلامت پزشکی و دندانپزشکی پزشکی ریوی و تنفسی
پیش نمایش صفحه اول مقاله
Respiratory training with a specific device in cystic fibrosis: A prospective study
چکیده انگلیسی

IntroductionChest physiotherapy (CP) is used in cystic fibrosis (CF) even if there is no robust scientific evidence of a beneficial effect. We investigated the effects of a training with a specific device (SpiroTiger®) in a group of CF patients. This device, developed for respiratory training through maximal inspirations and espirations without hypocarbia, may improve respiratory function and mucus clearance. Patients where instructed and trained by a physiotherapist with individualized settings of training parameters.MethodsTwenty-four patients were enrolled in an open-label 1 year observational study. Baseline and post intervention measurements were determined by lung function (FVC, FEV1, FEF 25-75), patients’ opinions on physiotherapy (questionnaires), need for antibiotic treatment (clinical follow-up and records) and perception of physical fitness (questionnaires) in the year before and in the year of intervention. Adherence to physiotherapy was monitored by means of a specific device software.ResultsIncreased lung function (FEV1 p < 0.01), perception of physical fitness (p < 0.001) and a reduction in the need for intravenous antibiotic treatment (p < 0.001) were reported. Adherence to treatment was good/acceptable in 92% of patients.ConclusionsThis study shows an association between training through a specific device and improved lung function. Further trials are needed to confirm this report.

ناشر
Database: Elsevier - ScienceDirect (ساینس دایرکت)
Journal: Journal of Cystic Fibrosis - Volume 7, Issue 4, July 2008, Pages 313–319
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