Patient Positioning

Optimising Patient Positioning in the OR

Effective patient positioning is fundamental to patient safety before, during, and after any surgical procedure. Proper positioning ensures optimal access to the surgical site while reducing the risk of long-term complications such as nerve injury or pressure ulcers, which can delay rehabilitation and prolong recovery.

Lateral Medical has developed a comprehensive portfolio of patient positioning solutions designed to support best clinical practice, improve patient outcomes, and enhance efficiency for surgical teams. By combining innovative design with a deep understanding of perioperative needs, these solutions help clinicians position patients safely, consistently, and with greater ease.

Minimising secondary complications not only benefits patients but also supports hospitals in reducing length of stay and associated costs. Through its range of specialised supports and positioning devices, Lateral Medical is committed to helping healthcare providers deliver safer surgery and better recovery for every patient.

Anaesthesia

Lateral Medical understands optimal anaesthesia patient positioning aims to provide maximum surgical access while minimising risks like nerve injury, pressure sores, and cardiovascular instability, requiring careful planning and padding. Key positions—supine, lateral, prone, and lithotomy—must be secured, with special attention to protecting joints, avoiding over-stretching nerves (e.g., brachial plexus, peroneal), and maintaining, neutral spine alignment along with optimum airway alignment. We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to surgeons and anaesthetists across Australia….

Lithotomy Stirrups

Proper patient positioning in the lithotomy position is critical for maximizing surgical access to the pelvic, perineal, and lower abdominal regions while simultaneously minimizing the risk of severe, often long-term complications. We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to Ob/Gyn surgeons across Australia….

Ob/Gyn

Our Ob/Gyn patient positioning solutions focus on maximizing pelvic access while preventing nerve injuries (especially peroneal and brachial plexus). We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to Ob/Gyn surgeons across Australia….

Orthopaedic & Spinal Table Soft Goods

Orthopaedic and spinal table covers are specialised, often single-use, surgical products designed to enhance patient safety by reducing the risk of pressure injuries, enhancing infection control, and optimising positioning during complex surgeries. These covers are tailored for specific equipment, such as Jackson tables, Wilson frames, and Allen Advance prone systems, providing a sterile or hygienic barrier that works with, rather than against, the equipment’s functionality. We have an extensive range of solutions and have the capability of developing product which may not be presently in our portfolio….

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

Orthopaedic rehabilitation patient positioning involves specific, evidence-based alignments to protect surgical sites, minimise pain, prevent contractures, and reduce pressure on vulnerable nerves and bony prominences. We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to orthopaedic surgeons and their patient across Australia to improve patient outcomes and recovery time….

Orthopaedics

Orthopaedic patient positioning aims to maximise surgical site access while minimising risks like nerve injury, pressure ulcers, and compartment syndrome. Key positions include supine (for hip/knee), lateral (for hip), and beach chair (for shoulder), requiring careful padding of bony prominences and maintenance of neutral alignment. We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to orthopaedic surgeons and anaesthetists across Australia….

Spinal

Lateral Medical understands spinal surgery patient positioning requires precise, team-based techniques to optimize surgical access while preventing severe complications like nerve injury and pressure sores. Key positions include prone (face-down) for posterior approaches using specialized frames (Wilson, Andrews), lateral decubitus for side-access, or supine (back-down). Proper padding is critical to protect pressure points (eyes, ears, cheeks, knees) and maintain neutral spinal alignment. We are excited to bring our clinician designed solutions to spinal surgeons and anaesthetists across Australia….

Table & Positioning Accessories

Lateral Medical’s operating table accessories are engineered to provide stable, secure patient support across a wide range of surgical procedures. Our comprehensive portfolio offers solutions for every surgical position and specialty, including tilt, flex, beach chair, and Trendelenburg configurations. All patient positioning solutions are meticulously manufactured to meet hospital-grade hygiene standards and precision-assembled to ensure consistent, reliable performance throughout the product’s lifecycle….

CS Prone Face Block 7”

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Prone Face Blocks are made from layers of soft memory foam, providing comfort, support and stability for patients in the prone position.

Soft memory foam provides comfort and protection for the patient
Firm base provides stability
Slot to secure the tubing clear of the patient’s face

CS Prone Head Support System™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

No need to disconnect tubing due to unique design. Use with CS Prone Face Cushion to reduce the incidence of pressure related injury.

Turn the patient without disconnecting tubing
Adjustable cogs to achieve a neutral neckline
Even pressure across forehead and cheekbones

CS Prone Patient Supports

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Prone Patient Supports are compatible with all Allen and Jackson spinal operating tables. The velcro-free secure locking clips enable safer patient transfer and improved infection control.

Multi-layered pressure-relieving foam
Quick-release locking clips
Velcro-free supports
Reusable
Compatible with rail sizes that measure 1.25” (3.2cm) wide and 1.5” (3.8 cm) tall
Allen® is the registered trademark of Allen Medical Systems Inc

CS Prone Plus Head Support System™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Supports the patient’s face during prone procedures to reduce the incidence of pressure related injury.

Even pressure across forehead and cheekbones
Adjustable cogs to achieve a neutral neckline
Small and Large Cushions available

CS ProneOne™ Head Support

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The ProneOne Head Support is a stand-alone face cushion to support the patient’s face in the prone position.

Stand alone face cushion
Mirror included to help monitor patient’s eyes and ET tubes
Single-use aids infection control

CS ProneOne™ Head Support- Small

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Stand-alone face cushion to support the patient’s face in the prone position. Suitable for pediatrics and smaller patients.

Stand-alone face cushion for prone positioning
Mirror included to help monitor patient’s eyes and ET tubes
Single-use aids infection control

CS Spine Frame™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Spine Frame -This innovative platform fits all standard operating tables giving you a patient position comparable to that of a specialist spine table but at a fraction of the cost.

Allows abdomen to hang freely
Radiolucent
250kg (550lbs) patient weight

CS Standard Replacement Stirrup Pads

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Replacement stirrup pads for Allen Medical OEM Stirrups to secure and cushion the patients’ feet and legs in lithotomy position, reducing pressure ulcers and markings, with a maximum patient weight of 350lbs (159kg).

Secures and cushions patient's feet and legs in lithotomy stirrups
Made from supportive memory foam, fully encapsulating the patient’s foot
For use in a variety of surgical procedures
Reduces the incidence of pressure ulcers and marking
Reusable
Allen® is the registered trademark of Allen Medical Systems Inc.

CS Stirrup Cart

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Stirrup cart that holds, stores and transports 2 stirrup leg holders and accessories.

The clamps can be stowed in the lower part of the cart
Four antistatic double castors allow easy transport
All castors can be braked for optimal safety
Easy to clean with wipe disinfectant

CS Supine & Lateral Head Support

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Supine and Lateral Head Support is a reusable head support for use in the supine and lateral positions.

Reduces the incidence of pressure ulcers and marking

CS Supine Top – with 2″ Foam Pad

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Supine top base plate with reusable foam pad for pressure management, compatible with Allen and Jackson style operating tables.

Sectional pressure management pads for patients in the prone, supine or lateral position
Compatible with the Allen-Style Dual-Rail operating tables
For use on the Supine Base Plate (CSM-2722-7) CS Supine Top- Base Only
Compatible with rail sizes that measure 1.25” (3.2cm) wide and 1.5” (3.8 cm) tall
Reusable

CS Supine Top- Base Only

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Base plate for use with reusable CS Supine Top Foam Pads to aid pressure management, compatible with Allen/Jackson style operating tables.

Sectional mattress base for use on dual rail operating table
To support pressure relieving pads for patients in the supine or prone position
Reusable

CS Tony Prone™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Tony Prone is a reusable table top support that enables safe and comfortable positioning of the conscious and unconscious patient in the prone position.

Patient position suitable for a range of procedures and specialties
Recessed design allows improved abdominal excursion and comfortable positioning
Recess width x height: 200mm x 110mm
Chronic Pain Management

CS Ultrafin Compatible Pads

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Made from durable polyurethane foam and covered in a reusable, easy-to-clean cover, the CS Ultrafin Compatible Pads effectively secure and provide comfortable cushioning for patients’ feet and legs when placed in lithotomy stirrups.

Compatible with the Ultrafin stirrups
Reduces the incidence of pressure ulcers and marking
For use in a variety of surgical procedures

CS Universal Arm Support – Extended™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Reusable, extended articulating armboard designed to enable safe and comfortable patient support in a range of positions.

Moulded design for improved comfort
Spherical joints for smooth rotation
3 rotating joints support full range of positioning
Single central clamping handle for easy and secure single-hand adjustment
Extended for enhanced positioning range

CS Universal Arm Support- Moulded™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Articulating moulded armboard designed to enable safe and comfortable patient support in a wide range of patient positions. Pad included.

One-step set up
3 rotating joints support full range of positioning
Single central clamping handle for easy and secure single-hand adjustment
Spherical joints for smooth rotation
Moulded design for improved comfort

CS Universal Half Roll

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Universal Half Roll is ideal for positioning patients in the supine position. Whether above the popliteal fossa or as an alternative to standard heel pads, our CS Universal Half Roll is extremely versatile.

Suitable for a wide range of patients
Reduces the occurrence of pressure-related injuries
Reusable

CS Universal Spine Extension™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Universal Spine Extension can be fitted to a range of standard operating tables offering a patient position and imaging capabilities comparable to that of a specialist dual-rail spine table.

Improved efficiency- simply remove the extension to return the table for standard use
360 degree C-Arm/0-Arm access
Significantly more cost-effective in comparison to purchasing a full spine table
Powered leg for ease of adjustment
Light weight – one person required to set up
275kg/600lbs. patient weight capacity

CS Universal Spine Extension™ – Powered Leg Cover

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Disposable protective cover for the CS Universal Spine Extension™ – Powered Leg.

Improves infection control
Increases the longevity of the CS Universal Spine Extension™ Leg

CS Universal Supine Head Support

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Supports patients’ heads in the Supine position.

Reduces the incidence of pressure ulcers and marking
Reusable