What is a VEST??

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skybluecj

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<P>ok, im from the UK, im posting this at 01:40 in the morning so bare with me, iv read through alot of pages and their is this thing called a vest... my question is...</P>
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<P>What is a vest? what does it do? how does it help?</P>
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<P>thank you for reading this and sorry it only a silly thing it just no one has ever mentioned it to me.</P>
 
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skybluecj

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<P>ok, im from the UK, im posting this at 01:40 in the morning so bare with me, iv read through alot of pages and their is this thing called a vest... my question is...</P>
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<P>What is a vest? what does it do? how does it help?</P>
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<P>thank you for reading this and sorry it only a silly thing it just no one has ever mentioned it to me.</P>
 
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skybluecj

Guest
<P><BR>ok, im from the UK, im posting this at 01:40 in the morning so bare with me, iv read through alot of pages and their is this thing called a vest... my question is...</P>
<P></P>
<P>What is a vest? what does it do? how does it help?</P>
<P></P>
<P>thank you for reading this and sorry it only a silly thing it just no one has ever mentioned it to me.</P>
 
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just1more

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The vest is a machine to do chest percussion treatment. It has been shown to have better outcomes over the traditional manual forms.

There are 2 main companies that make them, here are links so you can see what people are referring to. I'm not sure their availability or use in the UK, but hopefully this answers your question.

http://www.respirtech.com/patients/respiratory-products/index.php

http://www.thevest.com/products/
 
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just1more

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The vest is a machine to do chest percussion treatment. It has been shown to have better outcomes over the traditional manual forms.

There are 2 main companies that make them, here are links so you can see what people are referring to. I'm not sure their availability or use in the UK, but hopefully this answers your question.

http://www.respirtech.com/patients/respiratory-products/index.php

http://www.thevest.com/products/
 
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just1more

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The vest is a machine to do chest percussion treatment. It has been shown to have better outcomes over the traditional manual forms.
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<br />There are 2 main companies that make them, here are links so you can see what people are referring to. I'm not sure their availability or use in the UK, but hopefully this answers your question.
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<br />http://www.respirtech.com/patients/respiratory-products/index.php
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<br />http://www.thevest.com/products/
 
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Ldude916

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In my opinion, the Vest is good for convenience sake. If I had my choice, I would take good manual CPT over the vest anyday. I get way more up when my husband and mom do CPT and I remain clearer for longer periods of the day, as well as sleep better at night after manual CPT versus the vest.

I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms. I would be curious to see how/who was performing the manual forms, because obviously if the therapist is not skilled, then you may have better outcomes with the Vest. However, if your therapist is skilled, I have heard most CF patients say they prefer manual CPT.
 
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Ldude916

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In my opinion, the Vest is good for convenience sake. If I had my choice, I would take good manual CPT over the vest anyday. I get way more up when my husband and mom do CPT and I remain clearer for longer periods of the day, as well as sleep better at night after manual CPT versus the vest.

I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms. I would be curious to see how/who was performing the manual forms, because obviously if the therapist is not skilled, then you may have better outcomes with the Vest. However, if your therapist is skilled, I have heard most CF patients say they prefer manual CPT.
 
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Ldude916

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In my opinion, the Vest is good for convenience sake. If I had my choice, I would take good manual CPT over the vest anyday. I get way more up when my husband and mom do CPT and I remain clearer for longer periods of the day, as well as sleep better at night after manual CPT versus the vest.
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<br />I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms. I would be curious to see how/who was performing the manual forms, because obviously if the therapist is not skilled, then you may have better outcomes with the Vest. However, if your therapist is skilled, I have heard most CF patients say they prefer manual CPT.
 
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just1more

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Ldude916</b></i>



I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms.</end quote></div><br><br>I don't have the research handy, but check out this blog by a fellow member.  She has much of the research on the Vest (use tags on lower R side to see vest studies):<br><br>http://noexcusesnoexcuses.blogspot.com/<br>
 
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just1more

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Ldude916</b></i>



I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms.</end quote><br><br>I don't have the research handy, but check out this blog by a fellow member. She has much of the research on the Vest (use tags on lower R side to see vest studies):<br><br>http://noexcusesnoexcuses.blogspot.com/<br>
 
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just1more

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<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote><i>Originally posted by: <b>Ldude916</b></i>



I am interested to see what studies have shown that it has better outcomes over traditional manual forms.</end quote><br><br>I don't have the research handy, but check out this blog by a fellow member. She has much of the research on the Vest (use tags on lower R side to see vest studies):<br><br>http://noexcusesnoexcuses.blogspot.com/<br>
 
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hmw

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Here is an interesting article specifically dealing with various forms of airway clearance.<br><br><a target="" title="" href="http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf">http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf</a><br><br><br>
 
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hmw

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Here is an interesting article specifically dealing with various forms of airway clearance.<br><br><a target="" title="" href="http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf">http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf</a><br><br><br>
 
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hmw

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Here is an interesting article specifically dealing with various forms of airway clearance.<br><br><a target="" title="" href="http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf">http://www.cff.org/UploadedFiles/treatments/CFCareGuidelines/Respiratory/CF-Pulmonary-Guidelines-Airway-Clearance-Techniques.pdf</a><br><br><br>
 
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gwpoland

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Hello! I have used both a PEP and the Vest [among others], so I wanted to weigh in here. Traditionally, hand PDs really are the best. There is a machine called the IPV machine which worked particularly well for me, also. However, specifically, the PEP, in my mind, is something of an alternative to chest therapy rather than chest physiotherapy for its own sake. For example, after my PDs were completed, I would sometimes use a mask to assist in getting a bit of extra clearance. The Vest, at the end of the day has the most power though - as long as you interact with it. PDs are easier because they require less effort on your part, but if you are energetic and proactive - the Vest can really pack a whollop.
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<br>I have a blog of my own where I once covered the Vest, if you care to read about what goes on in my brain about such matters: <a target="_blank" title="Breathe Easy - The Art of Coughing" href="http://http://gwpoland.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/the-art-of-coughing/">http://gwpoland.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/the-art-of-coughing/
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<br>Blessings to you, and best of luck!
 
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gwpoland

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Hello! I have used both a PEP and the Vest [among others], so I wanted to weigh in here. Traditionally, hand PDs really are the best. There is a machine called the IPV machine which worked particularly well for me, also. However, specifically, the PEP, in my mind, is something of an alternative to chest therapy rather than chest physiotherapy for its own sake. For example, after my PDs were completed, I would sometimes use a mask to assist in getting a bit of extra clearance. The Vest, at the end of the day has the most power though - as long as you interact with it. PDs are easier because they require less effort on your part, but if you are energetic and proactive - the Vest can really pack a whollop.
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<br>I have a blog of my own where I once covered the Vest, if you care to read about what goes on in my brain about such matters: <a target="_blank" title="Breathe Easy - The Art of Coughing" href="http://http://gwpoland.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/the-art-of-coughing/">http://gwpoland.wordpress.com/2010/11/28/the-art-of-coughing/
</a><br>
<br>Blessings to you, and best of luck!
 
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