Patient Positioning

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Patient Positioning

Patient positioning refers to the way patients are positioned and placed in a medical facility to ensure their safety, comfort and recovery. Proper positioning can also help reduce the risk of pressure ulcers, muscle and joint stiffness, respiratory problems and other complications.

There are several positioning techniques that can be used depending on the patient’s condition and the type of medical treatment being performed. Some examples of patient positioning techniques include:

Supine position: this position is often used for patients who have had surgery or are critically ill. It can help prevent pressure ulcers and make breathing easier.
Lateral position: this position may be appropriate for patients who have difficulty breathing or who are at increased risk for pressure ulcers. It can also help improve blood circulation.
Prone position: this position may be appropriate for patients with certain respiratory problems or back problems. However, it may also increase the risk of pressure ulcers.
Lithotomy position: In this position, the patient lies on their back with their legs and feet supported in stirrups, allowing for full exposure of the pelvic region. The hips are typically flexed and abducted, and the knees are bent.
Beach-Chair position: this position may be appropriate for patients who have difficulty breathing or who have limited mobility. It may also help reduce the risk of reflux.

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FISSO Articulated arms in the patient positioning

Safe positioning of the patient is a must for a successful medical procedure. FISSO patient arm positioning systems have been developed in close cooperation with hospitals.. They are easy to position, can be fixed securely and rapidly with the central single handle.

OR nursing staff confirms: “The FISSO Arm Support with quick central fixation is very efficient and absolutely reliable. It is indispensable in our daily work in the operating room.”

Andreas Kelch