hey guys.....just some research i found regarding physiotherapy and CF, which id like to share with you and also something to think about!
Thought id put it in bullet points, hence easier to read.

CF research

*antibiotic-mediated reduction in sputum bacterial density improves lung function more than bronchodilators and physio.
*conventional physio is labour-intensive, time consuming, expensive and not frequently available. instead, hidh frequency chest compression (hfcc) usues an inflatable vest linked to an air-pulsed delivery system which can be used as an alternative. it is equally safe when used in acute pulmonary axaccerbations in CF patients.
*....although there is little immediate functional improvement when conventional physio is used on a regualr basis, a 3 week period without conventional methods leads to a worsening of functional status.
*vigorous cough sessions are better than postural drainage and manual techniques alone.
*aerobic training and upper body strength training has shown to increase physical work capacity for children with CF.

...ponder away.....

jess