How Lithotomy Position Gel Pads Help Prevent Peroneal Nerve Damage During Surgery

Of all the peripheral nerve injuries that occur in the operating room, peroneal nerve damage is among the most preventable and among the most commonly overlooked. In lithotomy procedures, where the patient’s legs are elevated and supported in stirrups for extended periods, the common peroneal nerve is under consistent mechanical risk. The wrong support setup, … Continue reading How Lithotomy Position Gel Pads Help Prevent Peroneal Nerve Damage During Surgery