Use of Lung Volume Recruitment Technique in Patients With Chronic Respiratory Disease Among Brazilian Health Professionals.

ABSTRACT: Background: Lung volume recruitment (LVR) is a stacked-breath assisted inflation technique in which consecutive insufflations are delivered, without exhaling in between, until the maximum tolerable inflation capacity is reached. Although LVR is recommended in some neuromuscular disease guidelines, there is little information detailing when and how allied health professionals (AHPs) prescribe LVR. Objective: This study is aimed at describing the use of LVR in practice across Brazil. Methods: A cross-sectional e-survey (Sep-Nov 2023) explored LVR practices among qualified clinical or home care AHPs in Brazil. It gathered participant data on geographical region, profession, and experience. It delved into LVR specifics: clinical population and indications for use, prescrip

SUBMITTER: de Melo R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11748743 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature