Abduction Pillows for L.E.s
Recommendation: For burns that cross the anterior hip joint and/or medial.
Purpose: To assist in positioning the hip joints into abduction and neutral rotation, thereby decreasing the risk of flexion and adduction contractures at the hip.
How to Apply:
- Keep the lower half of the bed flat.
- Abduct the patients legs.
- Place the pillow between the legs, as far proximal as possible.
- Fasten Velcro straps.
Recommended: Splint should be worn both pre and post grafting.
Wear Time: (STSG and Integra). Wear time is up to 20 hours per day as tolerated, with hour rests every three hours. (Rests are optional if patient can tolerate prolonged wear.)
Cautions: Monitor for redness, especially along the Velcro straps. Monitor for maceration. A blanket can be used to cover the pillow should maceration become an issue. Should this occur, discontinue use and contact P.T./O.T.
