Bed Positioning

Question 1

Lying on involved side

Answer 1

Involved side: scapular protraction, shoulder flexion (<90 degrees), elbow flexion, LE in extension
Opposite side: hip flexion, knee flexion, pillow under LE for support

Question 2

Lying on uninvolved side, stomach sleepers

Answer 2

Involved side: scapular protraction, shoulder flexion (<90 degrees), elbow extension, pillow to support UE, hip flexion, knee flexion, pillow under knee for support
Opposite side: LE in extension

Question 3

Lying on back

Answer 3

Involved side: slight shoulder abduction, pillow under UE for support, LE in extension
Opposite side: shoulder IR, elbow flexion (assist w/comfort, reduce trunk rotation away from involved side), LE in extension