Hand Position for Postural Drainage

Illustration adapted with permission from the University of Wisconsin Medical School. Bend your hand at your knuckles, and keep your fingers and thumb together. Form a “cup” with your hand.

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Hand Position for Postural Drainage

Hand position for postural drainage

Illustration adapted with permission from the University of Wisconsin Medical School.

Bend your hand at your knuckles, and keep your fingers and thumb together. Form a “cup” with your hand.

Current as ofDecember 12, 2018

Author: Healthwise Staff
John Pope, MD, MPH – Pediatrics
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine
Catherine O’Malley, RRT – Respiratory Therapy

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Catherine O'Malley RRTJohn Pope MD MPHKathleen Romito MD

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