Place against the soles of the feet
Placed in the palm of the hand
Arm Board
Trochanter roll
Used to prevent external rotation of legs
Maintains position of function of the feet in relation to the legs with decreased movement and strength of the lower extremities
At the lateral side of the hip and thigh
Used for positioning for vaginal surgery, pelvic exams and delivery of infants
Placed on the wrist or elbow
Hand Roll
Under the head and shoulder when in supine
Used to aintain a position of function of the hand and fingers of a patient with decreased movement of the hand and fingers
Used to prevent flexion of a joint, such as when an IV catheter is near the joint
Stirrups
Foot Splint
Pillow
Place feet in the stirrups to position the lower legs and feet in lithotomy or dorsal recumbent position
Used to keep the head in proper alignment with the spine and reduce excessive pressure on the nerves
