Manipulm

Manipulm is a neologism used in certain medical and engineering discussions to denote manipulation of the pulmonary system. The term blends "manual" or "manipulation" with "pulmonary." Its usage is not standardized and varies by field.

In clinical contexts, manipulm may refer to techniques and therapies intended to influence lung mechanics and airway clearance, such as manual chest physiotherapy, postural drainage, percussion, and interventions in pulmonary rehabilitation designed to expand lung volumes or improve mucus clearance. Because of its informal status, the exact practices associated with manipulm can differ between institutions or training programs, and the term is not a substitute for established clinical terminology.

In research and device development, manipulm can denote computational models that simulate pulmonary manipulation or hardware that interacts with the lungs, including ventilator interfaces, external compression devices, or experimental actuators in lung‑assist systems. This use emphasizes the mechanical or functional aspects of altering pulmonary performance, whether through simulation, measurement, or physical interfacing.

Terminology and standardization: Because manipulm lacks formal recognition in major medical dictionaries or guidelines, its meaning is inherently context-dependent. Users should specify the scope, methods, and intended outcomes when employing manipulm to avoid ambiguity. See also pulmonary rehabilitation and chest physiotherapy for related concepts in lung mechanics and airway clearance.