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.

ByHealthwise Staff

Primary Medical ReviewerJohn Pope, MD - Pediatrics

Specialist Medical ReviewerCatherine O'Malley, RRT - Respiratory Therapy

Current as ofMay 4, 2017

Current as of: May 4, 2017

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review: John Pope, MD - Pediatrics & Catherine O'Malley, RRT - Respiratory Therapy