Sleeping Position To Increase Oxygen Level
As the second wave of coronavirus has peeped
in, in india with deadly consequences, Doctors are recommending a sleeping
position to increase oxygen level. This is known as Proning. Proning exercises
are helping to improve oxygen levels in covid patients both in home isolation
as well as in hospital.
This technique is helping in saving lives when
there is shortage of liquid oxygen supply in country.
What is Proning
Proning is a medically suggested position, in
which patients are made to lie on their abdomen to boost their oxygen levels.
Proning has immediate benefits and thus is also being promoted by union
ministry of health and family welfare.
This exercise is also being advised to covid
patients in hospitals, so that they may not depend on additional oxygen
support.
What are Proning positions
While proning the patient is asked to lie on
his/her belly using pillows. One can also lie on their right side or on their
left side or sit at 60-90 degree angle in a fowler-position.
Positions:
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#3
Doctors suggest that a patient remain prone
for min of 30 minutes to the maximum of 2 hours.This helps improve ventilation
to the lungs and hence the oxygen levels start boosting.
How does it improve oxygen levels
If oxygen saturation drops below 94, timely
proning and good ventilation can save a life. Proning improves ventilation to
the lungs and keeps the alveoli units open, thereby easing breathing, says the
guidelines issued by union ministry of health.
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What is needed for proning
All we require for proning are 4-5 pillows.
One pillow is to be placed below the neck, 1-2 pilows below the chest through
upper thighs and two pillows below the shin. A patient should lie on their
belly, right ans left side alternatively.
However, experts say that at least 30 minutes
should be spent in each prone position for best results.
When should we avoid proning
Proning should not be practiced during
pregnancy and patients with major cardiac conditions. Also patients with spine
femur or pelvic fractures should avoid proning.
Dos and Don’ts in Proning
- Avoid proning for an hour after meals.
- One should stay in one position for as much time as it is tolerable for them.
- Pillows can be adjusted slightly to alter the pressure areas and comfort.
- The room in which patient is lying should be well-ventilated.
- One should not ignore any pressure sores or injuries.
Other ways to improve oxygen level while in home isolation
Deep breathing, yogic pranayamas, ample
ventilation, eating rich-iron food and staying hydrated helps.
Also light exercises help in boosting the
oxygen levels.
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My personal experience:
Few days back I noticed some of the covid
symptoms occurring in me. At first I was very terrified because of what I have
seen on news channels. There was no availability of beds in nearby hospitals and
also there is no treatment for the same.
My family calmed me a lot and took care of me.
I was quarantined in my room only. My family got me pulse oxymeter and
thermometer along with some medicines of various symptoms that I had.
When I measured my pulse and oxygen,
thankfully oxygen was ok but my heartbeat was very high(above 100). Then I calmed
my self and introspected why am I getting terrified so much? I continued to
remind me again and again that I am fine and ok.
Also I lost my taste and smell and got high
temperature. For these I took general medicine consulted by a local pharmacist.
I ate home made fresh food and lots of fruits only and kept my self hydrated
with normal and Ors water. Apart from this I kept on moving myself around my
room with very light exercises and taken steam. I got ample fresh air because
my room was well ventilated.
Soon I got my taste back followed by my smell
coming back, I was satisfied that now I am recovering. My temperature also came
back to normal and other levels are also fine.
I want to tell you that there there is
something around us that is affecting us, but along with treating that thing we
should keep ourselves calm and should
not panic.
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Also I would recommend you not to rush to a
hospital unless it is very much needed. Indirectly you give that bed to someone
who need it more than you. Also there is no official cure or medicine invented
for this virus so it will better be cured at home. Also don’t forget to get
yourself vaccinated asap.
Conclusion
I hope that you have understood till now about the proning technique and how this Sleeping Position will help you increase the oxygen levels.
Share this information with others as much as possible.Your share can save a life.You can share your experiences in coments.
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