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Comparison of a positive expiratory pressure (PEP) mask with postural drainage in patients with cystic fibrosis.

  • Year: 1987
  • Date: 1987
  • Author: Van Asperen PP
Source

Aust Paediatr J. 1987 Oct;23(5):283-4.

Study design (if review, criteria of inclusion for studies)

Randomised controlled trial. Cross-over design.

Participants

13 participants, of which 10 completed. Ages: 7-18 years.

Interventions

CCPT versus PEP.

Outcome measures

Sputum volume, FEV1, FEF25-75, cough score, activity score, PEFR.

Main results

There was no significant difference in sputum production or change in lung function between each technique as assessed by the physiotherapist. Diary card evaluation also failed to demonstrate a difference in sputum production, symptom score or peak expiratory flow rate between the 4 week treatment periods.

Authors' conclusions

PEP mask therapy is an acceptable and effective alternative to postural drainage in interval therapy of patients with cystic fibrosis, although the patients have tended to revert to postural drainage during acute exacerbations.

Related topics

Active cycle of breathing technique in cystic fibrosis

Oscillating devices in cystic fibrosis

Positive expiratory pressure in cystic fibrosis

Keywords: Adolescent; Airway clearance technique; Child; Drainage; non pharmacological intervention - devices OR physiotherapy; mask; Postural Drainage; Positive-Pressure Respiration- PEP- pep mask; Chest physiotherapy;