Airway Clearance Leaflet March 2018
Airway Clearance Leaflet March 2018
Airway Clearance Leaflet March 2018
Deep
Huff (short)
Breathing
Relaxed Relaxed
Breathing Breathing
Huff
(long)
How often?
When you are well, 1-2 times per day is enough.
When you are unwell and producing more sputum, you will need
to possibly do shorter but more frequent sessions throughout the
day.
When should I do my breathing exercises?
We suggest on waking and before going to bed are good times.
If you are feeling more breathless or feel you have sputum that
has built up at other time periods this is a good time to do it.
How long should I do ACBT for?
The exercises should take no longer than 10-15 minutes or
ideally until your chest feels clear of sputum.
What position should I do ACBT in?
Acapella/flutter
Yes/no
Number of breaths:________________
Contact details and working hours
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