About Airway Clearance
Airway Clearance Therapies (ACTs) are considered a cornerstone of therapy. They are aimed at minimizing the effects of airway obstruction, infection, and inflammation in lung diseases. ACTs are recommended for individuals whose ability to mobilize and clear airway secretions is compromised.
Learn more about Airway Clearance Therapies and why they are an important part of your respiratory care by exploring the links below.
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Airway Clearance in the Era of Highly Effective Modulator Therapies (HEMT): Improving Patient Adherence and Education
Alexandra Quittner, PhD
Senior Scientist
Behavioral Health Systems Research
George M. Solomon, MD
Director, UAB Adult CF and Bronchiectasis Programs
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Samya Nasr, MD, CPI, ATSF
Director, Cystic Fibrosis Center
University of Michigan
A recorded panel discussion with Drs. Alexandra Quittner, Marty Solomon, and Samya Nasr:
- The barriers to treatment adherence
- The role CFTR modulators are playing
- A new approach designed to improve patient education and adherence to Airway Clearance Techniques
How Airway Clearance Improves Overall Well-being
Review of Airway Clearance Therapy
Why is Airway Clearance Therapy so Important?
Fitting Airway Clearance Into a Busy Day
Doing Airway Clearance While “On the Go”
Doing Airway Clearance While On Vacation