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… and hips are in a straight line, with your spine in three front-to-back curves that give it an "S" shape. These curves … in a slightly bent position. If your seat angles down from front to back, create a more horizontal surface to sit on … in the neutral position. A healthy back has three natural front-to-back curves that give the spine an "S" shape. Too …
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Postural Management for Breech Position On this page: … or breech , position as the due date approaches. Postural management is a way of attempting to turn a fetus … lying or sitting in a certain position several times a day. Postural management is controversial, because it has not …
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… curve in your lower back. A healthy back has three natural front-to-back curves that give the spine an "S" shape. Too … curve in your lower back. A healthy back has three natural front-to-back curves that give the spine an "S" shape. Too …
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) On this … Basics Conditions Basics What is postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)? Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is a fast …
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… blockage by performing an airway clearance technique (ACT). Postural drainage and chest percussion (PD & P) is one of several … certain positions to use. Upper lobes (back) Upper lobes (front) Lower lobes (side) Lower lobes (back) Lower lobes …
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… lung infections. Here are three ways to clear your lungs: Postural drainage Chest and back percussion Controlled coughing Ways … Hold each position for at least 3 minutes. Drain the front of your lungs by lying on your back. Put two pillows …
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… Overview Gonioscopy is an eye examination to look at the front part of your eye (anterior chamber) between the cornea … the area where fluid drains out of your eye (called the drainage angle ) is open or closed. It is often done during … at the front of the eye to check for glaucoma. See if the drainage angle of the eye is closed or nearly closed. This …