Pediatrics<\/strong> \u201cPhysiotherapists then began using exercises that focused directly on the lungs, especially for obstructive diseases such as bronchitis and emphysema,\u201d says Valente. The most common procedures include breathing exercises, assisted coughing and postural drainage, which helps to remove mucus from the lungs.<\/p>\n Hospital care<\/strong> \u201cThe program opens new opportunities to those who want to work in the hospital environment, an area that has grown in popularity in recent years,\u201d explains Francisco Garcia Soriano, deputy coordinator of the course, which consists of theoretical and practical classes, including an internship in the adult, pediatric, and neonatal ICUs, as well as experience in the infirmary and home care program. It includes a range of disciplines, such as pulmonary physiology and pathophysiology, radiology, hospital and home physiotherapeutic equipment, postoperative physiotherapy, and invasive mechanical ventilation. \u201cThe ICU is only used for patients in critical condition who require close attention, so it is important that physiotherapists have experience in handling the equipment and monitoring people who have recovered their ability to breathe,\u201d says Soriano. They can also opt to specialize in intensive care, which in addition to the respiratory tract, also involves the study of neurological and cardiovascular physiotherapy.<\/p>\n The duties of a respiratory physiotherapist include the use of complex devices, such as mechanical ventilators for sedated patients in a process known as orotracheal intubation. \u201cIn these cases, the physiotherapist shares responsibility for the patient with the physician,\u201d notes Adriana Claudia Lunardi, a professor of the Graduate Program at City University of S\u00e3o Paulo (UNICID) and fellowship supervisor for USP\u2019s physiotherapy course in the areas of hospital-based physiotherapy and breathing exercises.<\/p>\n
\nTherapies for diseases common in children, such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis
\nOutpatient<\/strong>
\nTreatment and relief of chronic diseases, such as asthma and pulmonary emphysema
\nHospital<\/strong>
\nPracticed in hospital wards, emergency departments, and ICUs to prevent the onset of respiratory diseases and improve lung function
\nHome care<\/strong>
\nPost-hospitalization rehabilitation and treatment of respiratory disorders<\/div>\n
\nSince 2002, the Teaching Hospital (HU) at the University of S\u00e3o Paulo (USP) has offered a specialist course in respiratory physiotherapy in partnership with the Department of Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy at USP\u2019s School of Medicine (FM). At 1,440 credit hours, equivalent to a year of learning, the course can be taken by students in the final year of their physiotherapy undergraduate degree or graduates.<\/p>\n
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