Table 1.

Key Steps to Lateral Decubitus Patient Positioning

1. Proper placement of beanbag device on operating table and set up of lateral traction device

2. Coordinated team approach to rolling patient into lateral decubitus position, making sure to stabilize head during the roll

3. Placement of pillows between legs and underneath bottom leg for adequate padding

4. Insertion of axillary roll

5. Inflation of beanbag device and securing patient with table strap and tape

6. Turning operating table 60° to 90°

7. Placement of operative arm in lateral traction device with maximum of 10 pounds of applied traction

8. Standard sterile prepping and draping