Background There have been no randomised controlled trials that specifically evaluate the
effect of a comprehensive programme with multidisciplinary input on patients who have just …

Effects of conventional chest physiotherapy on preterm infants may be compromised due to
the maturation difference in immature lungs. The lung squeezing technique (LST) has been …

Chest therapy using manual physiotherapy techniques is an integral part of treating atelectasis
in pre-term ventilated neonates. The lung squeezing technique (LST) is used to restore …

Introduction: COPD has significant morbidity and incurs heavy utilization of healthcare
resources. Objectives: To assess whether a comprehensive care programme can decrease …

Uneven distribution of ventilation in infants ventilated with high-frequency oscillation may be
presented as regional overinflation of the lungs. Current evidence supports that inflation …

Introduction: Pulmonary rehabilitation programme (PRP) varies in duration from a few weeks
to more than a year. PRP shorter than 6–8 weeks are generally less effective. Aims: To …

In wireless sensor networks, estimating nodal positions is important for routing efficiency and
location-based services. Traditional techniques based on precise measurements are often …

This study aimed to establish reference values for the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and hand-grip
strength (HGS) in healthy Hong Kong Chinese adults and to examine their test-retest …

An accurate and timely diagnosis of dumping syndrome after gastric and oesophageal
surgery is often difficult. A delay in making this diagnosis and instituting therapy can result in …

Anastomotic leak following Ivor Lewis oesophago-gastrectomy is a major complication with
high morbidity and mortality. We report our experience with three such cases where …