Proning Technique | Telkomsel

Proning Technique | Telkomsel

Proning technique to increase oxygen saturation

Please note that this technique only helps temporarily. The patient still has to receive a treatment in the hospital with the help of oxygen.

How to do the proning technique

Position 1

The patient is in the prone position, changing positions to the right and left sides. Do each position for 30 minutes.

1 pillow is placed under the neck.
1 pillow is placed under the pelvic area.
1 pillow is placed under the foot.

Position 2

Stack 3-4 horizontal pillows at the nape of the neck.
Rest your back in a semi-sitting position.
Do this position for at least 30 minutes.

Those who are not allowed to do proning

The proning technique is not recommended for:

Pregnant women.
Severe heart patients.
Deep vein thrombosis patients.
Patients with unstable femur.
Also, don't do the technique without giving a time interval of 1 hour after eating.

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