Chest Physical Therapy (CPT)
Uses percussion (clapping) and gravity (postural drainage/positioning) along with other techniques such as huff coughing to loosen and drain mucus from the lungs.
Information/Resources
Explore these helpful videos and resources to learn more about Chest Physical Therapy (CPT) and the role it plays in your respiratory care
Kid Resources: Airway Clearance Therapies
Kid Resources: Airway Clearance Techniques: CPT
Kid Resources: Airway Clearance Techniques: Infant CPT
Kid Resources: Airway Clearance Techniques: CPT
Adolescent Resources: RT Chest Physiotherapy Demonstration
Adolescent Resources: HOW TO DO MANUAL CHEST PT (Airway Clearance)
Adult Resources: Chest Physiotherapy and its Techniques
Time per session:
15 – 20 mins
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