Effect of Chest Physiotherapy on Clinical Outcome of Infants With Bronchiolitis

Launched by HAWLER MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Mar 3, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how chest physiotherapy, which is a type of physical treatment to help clear mucus from the lungs, can affect infants under 12 months old who have bronchiolitis, a common respiratory illness. The study aims to find out if this therapy can improve the health of these infants and if teaching mothers about chest physiotherapy helps them provide better care at home. Researchers will compare two groups: one group will receive standard hospital care, while the other group will receive the same care plus chest physiotherapy that mothers will learn to perform.

To participate in this trial, mothers need to have an infant diagnosed with bronchiolitis and a specific lung sound called crackles when a doctor listens to their chest. However, infants who have certain medical conditions or have been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit will not be eligible. If you join the study, you can expect to be followed for three days, and your involvement will contribute to understanding how this treatment can help young children with respiratory issues.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Mothers of infants diagnosed with bronchiolitis. 2. Presence of crackle on auscultation.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Children with contraindication of chest physiotherapy (ex. Fracture, recent surgery)
• • 2. Children who intubated and admitted to Intensive Care Unit (ICU).