New vibrating device aims to shake loose mucus in hospital patients
NCT ID NCT07056764
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new portable lung vibration device designed to help hospital patients clear mucus from their lungs. Twenty-five adults with trouble coughing up mucus were randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus the vibration device. The goal was to see if the device improves mucus drainage, vital signs, and reduces treatment time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Lung vibration device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this device could offer a simple, portable way to help patients clear mucus from their lungs, potentially reducing hospital stays and complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is still experimental and its benefits over standard care are not yet proven.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Burapha University Hospital
Mueang, Changwat Chon Buri, 20131, Thailand