Vibrating vest could help cough up mucus easier
NCT ID NCT07347366
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a special vest that vibrates to help loosen mucus in the lungs for people who have trouble coughing it up. About 45 hospitalized adults will use the vest and report how their breathing, cough, and mucus symptoms change. The goal is to see if this device is safe and effective for clearing lung secretions.
What this could mean
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Active substance
High-frequency chest wall oscillation vest (CAREWAY device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to help people with lung congestion breathe easier and clear mucus more effectively.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early exploratory study with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not work better than standard care or could cause discomfort.
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Locations
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Rehab lab, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital
RECRUITINGYangsan, Gyeongsangnam-do, 50612, South Korea