Chest physiotherapy is one therapy for cystic fibrosis. It may be done by a respiratory therapist or at home. It helps clear thick mucus from the lungs.

Isla Lundie, physiotherapy lead for the service, says many more people are likely to be living with the relatively unknown condition. She says the condition is four times as common among boys.

Susan Russell, MD, is a board-certified pulmonologist and Medical Director of Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) for Northwestern Memorial Hospital's Medical ICU. You can get rid of chest mucus by ...

When to See a Doctor. In some cases, at-home remedies might not do the trick. If you aren’t feeling better after a few days, have a fever that isn’t going away, are wheezing, or can’t seem ...

Why: It's a staple for a reason. The dumbbell bench press is one of the best chest exercises out there, and you'll build strength and muscle when you do it properly.. How to Do It: Take a seat on ...