Percussion
Percussion can be performed to help break up thick fluids in you lungs:
- Form a cup shape with your hand and wrist.
- Clap your hand and wrist against your chest (or have someone clap your back, if your doctor tells you to).
- You should hear a hollow or popping sound, NOT a slapping sound.
- Do not clap so hard that it hurts.
Do percussion for 5 to 7 minutes in each area of the chest. Do this on all of the areas of your chest or back that your doctor tells you to. When you finish, take a deep breath and cough.
