Conical-PEP is safe, reduces lung hyperinflation and contributes to improved exercise endurance in patients with COPD: a randomised cross-over trial Tadsawiya Padkao, Watchara Boonsawat, Chulee U. Jones Journal of Physiotherapy Volume 56, Issue 1, Pages 33-39 (January 2010) DOI: 10.1016/S1836-9553(10)70052-7 Copyright © 2010 Australian Physiotherapy Association Terms and Conditions
Figure 1 Design and flow of participants through the trial. Journal of Physiotherapy 2010 56, 33-39DOI: (10.1016/S1836-9553(10)70052-7) Copyright © 2010 Australian Physiotherapy Association Terms and Conditions
Figure 2 A) Participant using conical-PEP (white oval) during 30% 1 RM alternate leg extension exercise. Note the weights around the ankles, the leads monitoring ECG, and the pulse oxymeter. B) Lateral diagram of breathing circuit and sensors. C) conical-PEP device showing connection to flange mouth piece. Journal of Physiotherapy 2010 56, 33-39DOI: (10.1016/S1836-9553(10)70052-7) Copyright © 2010 Australian Physiotherapy Association Terms and Conditions