26/02/2026
What is a cough assist machine?
An at home, non-invasive tool that works by simulating a natural cough, it assists people to clear secretions that are otherwise unable to produce an effective cough due to muscle weakness or neurological conditions.
It uses a face mask to apply a positive airway pressure to inflate the lungs which is quickly followed by a negative pressure to suck secretions out.
Who is it for?
A cough assist machine can benefit anyone that is unable to generate a sufficient cough to clear secretions. At Neuro Logic, we assist in trialling and prescribing a cough assist machine for clients with neuromuscular weakness seen in conditions such as:
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Motor Neurone Disease
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Multiple Sclerosis
In these populations, when a cough assist machine is indicated and used regularly, it can reduce the risk of chest infections, reduce respiratory related hospital admissions and maintain lung health.
Your Physio is able to assess your cough and respiratory health and work with you to determine if a cough assist machine might be right for you. If you feel this might be relevant to you, please have a chat to your therapist or give us a call on 0403 842 229 to discuss.