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Several mechanical techniques are used to dislodge sputum and encourage its expectoration. In the hospital setting, physical therapy is utilized; a therapist pounds an individual's chest with his or her hands several times a day. more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Cystic Fibrosis | 158 |
98% |
| Asthma | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 98% (159
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my kiddo loves it, it's effective and our special time
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smart vest
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proberbly my favorite treatment as even a dry clear cough can produce plugs with percussion
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Vest makes it all so much easier.
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I think so
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It works
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Using the vest. Seems to work well.
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yes- this works
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I even do it when she's upset. It calms her down.
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Works the best!
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