The decision to use postural drainage therapy requires assessment of potential benefits versus potential risks. Therapy should be provided for no longer than necessary to obtain the desired therapeutic results. Some of the contraindications include an increased intracranial pressure (>20 mmHg), any spinal injury acute or otherwise, active hemoptysis, pulmonary embolism, pulmonary edema with congestive heart failure and an open or healing wound in the area where chest physiotherapy is otherwise indicated. Medication contraindications vary depending on the medication being delivered.
Pulmonary hygiene
Asthma spacer
Artificial ventilation
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Positive airway pressure
Nasal irrigation
Aspiration therapy
Oxygen therapy