Pneumothorax and role of Physiotherapy in it.

This particular slides consist of- what is Pneumothorax,what are it's causes and it's effect on body, risk factors, symptoms,complications, diagnosis and role of physiotherapy in it.
This slide is very helpful for physiotherapy students and also for other medical and healthcare students.

Here is a summary of Pneumothorax:

Pneumothorax, also known as a collapsed lung, is a condition that occurs when air leaks into the space between the lung and chest wall. This air buildup puts pressure on the lung, preventing it from expanding fully when you breathe. A pneumothorax can cause a complete or partial collapse of the lung.

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2. CONTENT

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3. DEFINITION: Pneumothorax is
the presence of air in the pleural
space, causing partial or complete

collapse of the lung.

4. TYPES: >?

- SPONTANEOUS PNEUMOTHORAX: Occurs without any obvious cause. da

- PRIMARY SPONTANEOUS PNEUMOTHORAX: Happens in healt
the rupture of small air blisters (blebs).

- SECONDARY SPONTANEOUS PNEUMOTHORAX: Occurs in people with underlyi:

diseases.

- TRAUMATIC PNEUMOTHORAX: Results from injury to the chest or lung.

- TENSION PNEUMOTHORAX: A severe form where air enters the pleural sp:

escape, leading to increased pressure and potentially life-threatening complications.

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5. SYMPTOMS:

- Sudden chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid heart rate

- Cough

- Fatigue

6. DIAGNOSIS:

- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray

- CT scan

- Ultrasound

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7. TREATMENT:

- Observation (for small, asymptomatic pne mo
- Needle aspiration or chest tube insertion (f
symptomatic pneumothorax)
= Surgery (for recurrent or persistent pneumothorax

- Supplemental oxygen

8. DIAGRAM

Healthy lung Collapsed lung

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Pleural space

9. RESPIRATORY ASSESSMENT: C
- Evaluation of breathing patterns, lung expansion, and | |

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BREATHING EXERCISES: 3
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- Diaphragmatic breathing to promote lung re-expansion and
improve ventilation.

- Pursed-lip breathing to reduce breathlessness.

10. POSTURAL DRAINAGE:
- Positions to facilitate the drainage of secretions fra 1

lung segments, if necessary.

MOBILIZATION AND EXERCISE:
- Early mobilization to prevent deconditioning and impr

overall lung function.

- Graded exercise programs to enhance physical rance
and strength.

11. CHEST PHYSIOTHERAPY TECHNIQUES:

- Percussion and vibration to help clear secretions (i

secretions to be managed).

EDUCATION: à
- Teaching the patient about proper breathing techniques and

posture.

- Guidance on activity levels and avoiding activit

es at could
exacerbate the condition. a e

12. PAIN MANAGEMENT:

- Techniques to manage chest pain, such as u f

for support during coughing and breathing €

MONITORING:

- Regular follow-up to monitor lung function and prog

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in recovery.

13. PREVENTIVE STRATEGIES:

- Encouraging smoking cessation and avoidance Pp

activities in susceptible individuals. ag
- Strengthening respiratory muscles to reduce thesrisk of \|
recurrence. a N

Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in the recovery and

rehabilitation of patients with pneumothorax, helping,to improve

lung function, manage symptoms, and prevent complicatio, A

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