Open AccessPhysiotherapy and cystic fibrosis
Author(s) -
Maggie McIlwaine,
Nicole Marie Lee Son,
M. Richmond
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
current opinion in pulmonary medicine
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.937
H-Index - 75
eISSN - 1531-6971
pISSN - 1070-5287
DOI - 10.1097/mcp.0000000000000110
Subject(s) - medicine , postural drainage , chest physiotherapy , mucociliary clearance , physical therapy , cystic fibrosis , airway , breathing , physical medicine and rehabilitation , intensive care medicine , anesthesia , lung
To provide a comprehensive overview and evidence to support the role of physiotherapy in the management of individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF) including airway clearance, exercise, and musculoskeletal concerns which can affect activities of daily living and respiratory health.