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Headpiece Operation
PRONE POSITION
EYE COMFORT IN PRONE POSITION
For patients who are sensitive to pressure on their eyes, slightly raise the back end of the
headpiece. This will take pressure off of the eyes by supporting the weight of the head
at the mandible and zygomatic arches. Using this maneuver, in combination with slight
flexing of the headpiece, will provide additional comfort for many patients.
Side posture positioning of the patient’s
head for lumbo-pelvic adjusting or
toggle recoil adjusting.
SIDE POSTURE POSITION
SUPINE POSITION
Position the headpiece vertically to give
maximum support of the cervical spine and
patient’s head when in a supine position.
Position the patient sufficiently forward
with arms outstretched and wrists resting
comfortably on the Prone Arm Rest, which
is adjustable in height. To raise, pull on
the loop at the end of the strap. To lower,
squeeze the cam lock (to loosen the strap)
and pull down on the Prone Arm Rest
grips. Advise the patient not to apply
weight on the Prone Arm Rest while
getting up from the table.
HEADPIECE CUSHIONS: ADJUSTABLE WIDTH
Neutral position.
Narrower position for smaller faces
(eg children).
Wider position takes pressure off of
the patient's eyes.
The headpiece cushions are easily adjustable in width at the front end for individualized patient comfort. Firmly pull up on the front
end of each headpiece cushion and move in (one or two notches) or out (one or two notches) to desired position. Secure cushions
by engaging locating pins into notches provided.
