International Physiotherapy Group for Cystic Fibrosis
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2007 Physiotherapy for Respiratory Conditions – Glossary (1st edn)
This glossary defines terms used in physiotherapy for respiratory conditions. Physio-therapy is defined as the physical management of problems or potential problems in patients with respiratory conditions, in order to obtain and maintain maximal function and to minimize disease progression. Physiotherapy for respiratory conditions may include inhalation therapy, airway clearance techniques and physical therapy. The terms and expressions used in this glossary are those used in the International Physiotherapy Group for Cystic Fibrosis (IPG/CF) booklet “Physiotherapy in the treatment of CF”, available through http://www.cfww.org/IPG-CF/. Common physiologi-cal terms and expressions, defined in respiratory physiology books, are not included. New editions of the glossary will be presented as new terms and words are intro-duced and as the user groups increase. The glossary will be available through the same IPG/CF web-site as mentioned above. |
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