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Body Posture and Interface Effects on Peak Cough Flow in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Crossover Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Facial mask (V2 Mask™, Hans Rudolph) and Mouthpiece (Pulmosafe, Lemon Medical) with nose clip for Peak Cough Flow Measurement. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Cough is a key airway protective mechanism requiring coordinated neuromuscular function. Peak cough flow (PCF) is a simple, non-invasive measure widely used to assess cough effectiveness and guide clinical decisions. Current ATS/ERS guidelines recommend measuring PCF in a seated position using a mouthpiece with a nose clip; however, this setup is not always feasible in clinical practice. Some patients cannot maintain posture or ensure an adequate mouthpiece seal, making a facial mask a potential alternative. The influence of body position and interface on PCF measurements remains unclear, with limited evidence from randomized crossover studies. This study aims to evaluate the effects of body position (sitting vs standing) and measurement interface (mouthpiece vs facial mask) on PCF in healthy young adults. In a randomized within-subject crossover design, participants perform PCF measurements under four conditions (Sit-Mask, Stand-Mask, Sit-Mouthpiece, Stand-Mouthpiece) during a single session. The findings will help inform more flexible and standardized PCF assessment procedures in clinical practice.
Study Details
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Interventions
Peak cough flow measured in the seated position. The facial mask (V2 Mask™, Hans Rudolph, Inc., Kansas, USA; size fitted to participant) was connected to an ultrasonic spirometer (SpiroScout, Ganshorn) via a PFT filter. Participants performed three tidal breaths followed by a maximal cough, repeated three times.
Peak cough flow measured in the standing position. Same device and procedure as Sit-Mask condition.
Peak cough flow measured in the seated position. The mouthpiece (Pulmosafe, Lemon Medical GmbH, Hammelburg, Germany) was used with a nose clip and connected to an ultrasonic spirometer (SpiroScout, Ganshorn) via a PFT filter. Participants performed three tidal breaths followed by a maximal cough, repeated three times.
Peak cough flow measured in the standing position. Same device and procedure as Sit-Mouthpiece condition.