Respiratory system impedance in different decubitus evaluated by impulse oscillometry in individuals with obesity.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

The body posture can influence gas exchange, respiratory mechanics, and mucociliary clearance and different positions can be used as a therapeutic strategy to improve in gas exchange and can also help physiotherapists to assist patients who have difficult or restrictions to stay seated or the ones who stay in the same position for a long period. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of different positions on respiratory system impedance in obese and eutrophic subjects, using Impulse Oscillometry System (IOS).

Methods

The IOS parameters were evaluated in seated (Se), right lateral decubitus (RL), left lateral decubitus (LL), and supine (Su).

Results

Sixty two volunteers were allocated in obese group (OG) or eutrophic group (EG)

SUBMITTER: Holtz M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9928067 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature