Physiotherapy for cystic fibrosis in Australia and New Zealand: A clinical practice guideline.

ABSTRACT: Physiotherapy management is a key element of care for people with cystic fibrosis (CF) throughout the lifespan. Although considerable evidence exists to support physiotherapy management of CF, there is documented variation in practice. The aim of this guideline is to optimize the physiotherapy management of people with CF in Australia and New Zealand. A systematic review of the literature in key areas of physiotherapy practice for CF was undertaken. Recommendations were formulated based on National Health and Medical Research Council (Australia) guidelines and considered the quality, quantity and level of the evidence; the consistency of the body of evidence; the likely clinical impact; and applicability to physiotherapy practice in Australia and New Zealand. A total of 30 recommendations

SUBMITTER: Button BM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4840479 | biostudies-literature | 2016 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature