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Postural drainage: Upper lobes (front)

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Illustration of postural drainage for the upper lobes (front).

Illustration adapted with permission from the University of Wisconsin Medical School.

Lean the child back 30 degrees. Clap with a cupped hand between the collarbone and nipple on each side of the chest.

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Last Updated: 06/26/2007
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