The Lung Flute - An Acoustic Device for Airway Clearance: Difference between revisions
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== Method of Use == | == Method of Use == | ||
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== Mechanism of Action == | == Mechanism of Action == | ||
== Indications == | == Indications == | ||
The Lung Flute is indicated for the following conditions: | |||
* COPD | |||
* Asthma | |||
* Emphysema | |||
* Chronic Bronchitis | |||
* Bronchietctasis | |||
* Cystic Fibrosis | |||
* Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia | |||
* Respiratory infections and Pneumonia | |||
* Seasonal respiratory influenza | |||
* Pulmonary rehabilitation and case management | |||
== Contraindications == | == Contraindications == | ||
== Evidence == | == Evidence == | ||
Revision as of 16:16, 30 March 2020
Introduction[edit | edit source]
It is a handheld device that uses sound waves to mobilize and clear secretions.
Method of Use[edit | edit source]
Mechanism of Action[edit | edit source]
Indications[edit | edit source]
The Lung Flute is indicated for the following conditions:
- COPD
- Asthma
- Emphysema
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Bronchietctasis
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
- Respiratory infections and Pneumonia
- Seasonal respiratory influenza
- Pulmonary rehabilitation and case management
