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Background: Bronchiectasis (BE) is a chronic disease characterized by the irreversible enlargement of the bronchi leading to respiratory problems. Early intervention through respiratory physiotherapy can contribute to the best physiotherapy treatment of the patient-child by helping to reduce sputum, clear the airways and improve lung function and quality of life. Purpose: The purpose of this review is to describe recent research data on the effectiveness of this method in improving respiratory function in children with bronchiectasis. Method: A Google Scholar, Pub Med and Pedro search in Greek and English with the keywords: Bronchiectasis, respiratory physiotherapy, children, airway clearance techniques. Systematic reviews were also included in the review. Results: Nine sources were included in this review Discussion - Conclusion: The application of respiratory physiotherapy seems to have a positive effect on reducing sputum, clearing the airways and improving the lung function and quality of life of children with BE. The results of this review show that the application of respiratory physiotherapy for a long time (3 months) leads to improved lung function in children with BE.