How to Do Self-Proning to Increase Oxygen Levels

All COVID-19 patients are required to keep a check on their oxygen saturation frequently.

Oxygen saturation goes below 94% you should try ‘Self-Proning’ advise medical experts which improve oxygen levels.

Meaning of Self-Proning is to lying on your belly.

How to Do Self-Proning to Increase Oxygen Levels

Before starting it you need pillows :

• One should be below the neck,
• One or two below the chest through the upper thighs and
• Two pillows below the shins.

NOTE : It is recommended that you should not spend more than 30 minutes in each position.

Follow These Steps :

• Start with lying on your belly
• Then Lying on your right side
• Now Sitting up with your legs extended in front of you
• Then Lying on the left side
• Now Go back to lying on your belly

Dos and Don’ts for Proning.

• You should Avoid proning for an hour after meals
• Remember Maintain proning for only as many times as easily tolerable
• One may prone for up to 16 hours a day, in multiple cycles, as you feel comfortable
• Pillows may be adjusted slightly to alter pressure areas and for comfort
• Keep a track of any pressure sores or injuries, especially around bony prominences

Who should avoid Proning?

Proning should be avoided in conditions :

• Pregnancy
• Deep venous thrombosis (treated in less than 48 hours)
• Major cardiac conditions
• Unstable spine, femur, or pelvic fractures

Health Ministry also shared a step-by-step guide for Proning :

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Proning as an aid to help you breathe better during #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/FCr59v1AST

— Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) April 22, 2021

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