Definition: Postural drainage is an airway clearance technique that uses gravity to assist in the removal of secretions from the airways. It is often coupled with chest physiotherapy.
Postural drainage is used in the treatment of COPD , particularly chronic bronchitis and bronchiectasis.
Postural drainage can be done with the assistance of a respiratory therapist, or at home, if a patient is taught how to do it themselves. There are a variety of body positions used during postural drainage, depending upon which part of the lungs the therapist wants to focus. Learn more about postural drainage positions to help rid your lungs of excess mucus.
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Also Known As: airway clearance technique
