Prone & Kinetic Therapy Mechanism of Action
Prone Therapy Clinical Outcomes
Clinical Studies have demonstrated that Prone Therapy may provide:
- Rapid Oxygenation within the first hour of pronation11,12
- Significant Improvements in Oxygenation2,11
- Decreased Ventilator Associated Lung Injury3,6,7
Clinical Studies* have also demonstrated that Prone and Kinetic Therapy may provide:
*Reference 2: Retrospective study, 61 patients, 44 supine, 13 prone. Reference 5: Prospective randomized study, 16 patients, 8 supine, 8 prone
Managing the ARDS Patient: A Significant Issue
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a serious and often fatal complication that can occur as a result of pneumonia, sepsis, or trauma. ARDS is considered a medical emergency in the ICU because it can severely compromise lung function and oxygenation.
KCI has additional information available about Prone Therapy, Kinetic Therapy, and RotoProne™ Therapy for your patients suffering from pulmonary complications associated with immobility.
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guarantees for RotoProne™ Therapy

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