Standard Airway Clearance Therapy Package for COPD Patients
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Medical Procedures
- Basic check-up
- CT (computer tomography)
- Complete blood count
- Biopsy
- Consultation with a physician
- Chest X-Ray
- Biochemical blood analysis
- Chest X-ray
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Consultation with a physician
Duration
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included
Transport
Transfer is not included
Implant
No implant applicable
Additional information
For patients living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), one of the most persistent challenges is clearing thick, sticky mucus from the lungs. This mucus traps bacteria, narrows airways, and triggers repeated exacerbations that accelerate lung function decline. Airway Clearance Therapy (ACT) — also known as pulmonary clearance or chest physiotherapy — offers a non-invasive, drug-free solution to break this cycle.
What ACT Does for COPD
ACT uses physical techniques to mobilize secretions from the peripheral airways toward the central trachea, where they can be coughed out more effectively. Unlike simply coughing on your own, ACT targets deep mucus that would otherwise remain lodged in small airways.
Key Techniques Used:
Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT): A three-step sequence — breathing control, thoracic expansion exercises, and forced expiratory technique (huffing) — that loosens mucus without causing airway collapse.
Postural Drainage & Chest Percussion: Gravity-assisted positioning combined with rhythmic clapping on the chest wall helps drain secretions from specific lung segments.
Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) Devices: Handheld oscillating valves create back-pressure during exhalation, keeping airways open and pushing mucus upward.
High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO): An inflatable vest delivers rapid vibrations to dislodge stubborn mucus — ideal for advanced or bed-bound COPD patients.
Proven Benefits for COPD Patients
✅ Reduces sputum retention and improves cough effectiveness
✅ Decreases frequency and severity of acute exacerbations
✅ Improves ventilation-perfusion matching and oxygen saturation
✅ Enhances exercise tolerance and quality of life
✅ Lowers reliance on antibiotics and hospitalizations
Who Should Consider ACT?
Any COPD patient who produces daily sputum (>30 mL), struggles with productive cough, or has experienced two or more exacerbations in the past year may benefit. The therapy is typically prescribed by a pulmonologist or respiratory therapist and performed at home after initial training.
Important Note: ACT is not a substitute for bronchodilators or steroids — it works alongside standard pharmacological treatment to optimize airway clearance and maintain lung health.
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Doctor
Dr. Sun Guangxi is a gastroenterologist at Shanghai Tongji Hospital. He has performed thousands of painless gastroscopy and colonoscopy procedures. He specializes in the early detection and minimally invasive treatment of digestive cancers. Dr. Sun is a member of the Chinese Medical Association’s Digestive Endoscopy Society.
- Specializes in painless endoscopy using intravenous sedation for high-precision lesion detection.
- Performs endoscopic mucosal dissection (ESD) and complex polyp removals.
- Uses hand-drawn diagrams to explain clinical findings to his patients.
- Treats gastrointestinal conditions like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and Barrett's esophagus.
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About the clinic
Shanghai Tongji Hospital is a tertiary university-affiliated hospital in Shanghai, China, specializing in hematology and the treatment of blood cancers. The hospital is a leading center for CAR-T cell therapy, with more than 1,500 infusions performed and reported high remission rates in lymphoma patients. It provides advanced diagnostics and multidisciplinary care for complex hematological diseases, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
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