Abstract

This narrative review provides an overview of the role of Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) techniques in stroke patients. Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability, and respiratory complications are common in stroke patients. CPT techniques are effective interventions for improving respiratory function, preventing respiratory complications, and facilitating mucus clearance in stroke patients. The review includes a comprehensive overview of various CPT techniques, their mechanism of action, and their immediate and long-term effects on stroke patients’ respiratory function. The review also discusses the limitations associated with the use of CPT techniques, including patient cooperation and tolerance, timing and frequency, expertise and training, and individual variations in stroke patients. The findings suggest that CPT techniques such as chest vibration, percussion, postural drainage, breathing exercises and coughing techniques have positive impacts on lung function, oxygen saturation and mucus clearance in stroke patients. Immediate effects of CPT techniques can improve the patient’s ability to breathe, reduce respiratory distress, and prevent respiratory complications. Furthermore, the use of CPT techniques can improve the patient’s overall quality of life, reduce the length of hospital stay and decrease the cost of care. In conclusion, CPT techniques should be considered an important component of the rehabilitation program for stroke patients to improve their respiratory function and prevent respiratory complications. Careful consideration of the limitations associated with the use of CPT techniques is necessary to optimize their use in stroke patients and maximize their effectiveness. Further research is needed to investigate the long-term effects of CPT techniques on stroke patients’ respiratory function and rehabilitation outcomes. This narrative review provides valuable insights into the role of CPT techniques in stroke patients and can inform clinical decision-making in the management of stroke patients.

Keywords:Chest physiotherapy; Stroke patients; Chest vibration; Percussion; Postural drainage; Breathing exercise