Pneumatic chest compression vest with front panel air bladder

摘要

A pneumatic chest compression vest is disclosed for the purposes of clearing the lungs of mucus and producing quality sputum samples for analysis. The vest is comprised of a first portion that has an air bladder mounted on its inner surface that applies a compressive force to the region of the chest that encompasses the lungs. The vest is removably adjustable and extends around a patient to hold the vest in the correct position for fitting and during treatment.