Real-time Assessment of Respiratory Physiotherapy Using Electrical Impedance Tomography in a Child with Severe Neurological Impairment and Scoliosis

リハビリテーション医学 : 日本リハビリテーション医学会誌 2026 Open access

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Authors: Yoshinori Morioka, Masayuki Nonogaki, Shigeru Obayashi
DOI: 10.2490/jjrmc.25007
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References: 4

Abstract

Purpose: This study evaluated electrical impedance tomography (EIT) as an assessment tool for optimizing respiratory physiotherapy interventions in a child with severe motor and intellectual disabilities (SMID) and severe scoliosis, specifically targeting atelectasis and ventilation distribution.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electrical and Bioimpedance Tomography Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research

Publication details

Journal / source
リハビリテーション医学 : 日本リハビリテーション医学会誌
Volume
63
Issue
2
Pages
192–199
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN