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 Wingset Comfort Covers

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Compatible with the Allen® Wingset System. Provides added protection for the patient while also extending the life of the supports.

Soft foam surface for improved pressure relief
Absorbs Moisture
Reduces risk of shear injury
Single-use

CS Yellofin Replacement Pads

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Replacement Boot Liners compatible with Yellofin stirrups. Soft supportive clamshell design pads fully encapsulate the patients foot.

Soft supportive clamshell design pads fully encapsulate the patients foot
Compatible with Yellofin Stirrups
Reusable, easy wipe-clean

De Mayo Hip Positioner Complete Kit

Manufacturer: Innovative Medical Products (IMP)

The De Mayo Positioner™ family of products presents the De Mayo Hip Positioning® System which gives you everything you need to position patients faster, more securely and with less strain on personnel. Developed by an Orthopedic surgeon, the system is based on a secure patient positioning device that enables you to “build” the positioner around the patient. The collection of stabilizing bars and support pads give you the right option for any patient body type– even your most challenging obese patients.

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De Mayo Universal Distractor

Manufacturer: Innovative Medical Products (IMP)

The De Mayo Universal Distractor® applies finite pressure to the femur outside the knee joint. It allows an unobstructed view into the posterior capsule without the use of lamina spreaders, or a second pair of hands to apply traction. Maximum view allows for easy insertion of instruments, trials, and implants while performing Uni, TKA, ACL and Tibial Plateau surgeries.

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De Mayo V2 Knee Positioner

Manufacturer: Innovative Medical Products (IMP)

The De Mayo V2® and V2 E® Surgical Knee positioning leg holder is a surgical patient positioning aid that reduces fatigue by allowing the surgeon to stand between the patient’s legs during knee replacements. (V2 E®) The De Mayo Knee positioner®, released in 2003, became the “Gold Standard” for knee replacement surgeries worldwide. After more than a decade of field experience and feedback from surgeons, IMP® released the V2® and V2 E® Knee Positioners with several key features that help to improve OR productivity.

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Duall Leg Positioner

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

The Duall Leg Positioner provides gentle flexion of the knees to comfortably position both legs during long procedures in the supine position.

Protects the heels from pressure injury with specialized cut-out designed to fit all patients.
Gently flexes the knees to promote comfort and improved circulation to the lower extremities.
Can be used in upper and lower body procedures.

Extension Rail long

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The extension rails can be attached to EUR, UK or US accessory rail. Extension rail 25×10 mm and rail length = 500 mm. Sold in pairs.

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Face Guard

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

With the rise in prone-position surgeries, the BoneFoam Face Guard offers crucial protection against pressure injuries and airway compromise while achieving neutral neck alignment. Its ergonomic design and universal compatibility with existing frames make it a versatile addition to any operating room.

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Head Guard

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

Designed for universal use and adjustability in lateral and supine procedures in ORs, the BoneFoam Head Guard offers quality, ergonomically contoured head support with one-of-a-kind tear-away layers for precise adjustability. The Head Guard helps prevent complications such as stretch-related nerve injuries which can lead to extended recovery times and additional costs.

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Hip & Thigh Pads

Manufacturer: Lateral Medical

Fits 20cm x 27.5cm

40 per case
Code: 14-5102

Jackson Table Kit

Manufacturer: Lateral Medical

Arm Cradle – Standard, 2 pcs, Prone Headrest Positioner Pillow w/Trach Hole, Chest Pillows, and Hip & Thigh Pads.

6 (EA/CS)
Code: 14-1131N (Complete Kit)
Code: 14-2101N (Arm Cradle, 2 pcs)
Code: 14-4101N (Chest Pillows)
Code: 14-5102 (Hip & Thigh Pads)

Knee Buddy

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

The Knee Buddy promotes healthy recovery after knee replacement, fractures or ligament reconstruction by optimizing knee extension and comfortably elevating the leg above the heart to help with the reduction of swelling. Optimize your recovery with the BoneFoam Knee Buddy.

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Knee Positioning Triangles

Manufacturer: Lateral Medical

Our knee positioning triangles provide simple, stable positioning for lower extremity surgery, help ease muscle tension during fracture reduction and save OR time with no fracture table set up. They are Radiolucent, autoclavable, and utilise latex-free, sterile, single use Patient Protective Pads.

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Leg Buddy (ERLE)

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

For post-operative use, the BoneFoam Leg Buddy (ERLE) provides effective and comfortable leg elevation above the heart for proper blood circulation and edema control. Ideal for patients with leg casts, post-trauma, or lower extremity surgical procedures.

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Leg Cradle

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

The BoneFoam Leg Cradle is a reusable positioner intended to support and stabilize the non-operative leg in a bent position over the edge of the table.

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Leg Guard

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

The innovative Leg Guard ensures proper pelvic, hip and lower back alignment by stabilizing the hips and cradling the legs, and eliminates the need for bulky pillows that shift during surgery. It will maintain stability and protect bony prominences throughout the procedure to help reduce hospital-acquired injuries.

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Leg Strap with clamps

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

This is our Leg & Body strap with “hook on” clamps and easy locking. The primary purpose of the Leg & body Strap for operating tables is to securely position a patient’s lower limbs during surgery. The leg strap provides a firm and adjustable hold on the patient’s legs, minimizing movement of the patient during the surgical process.

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Leg Tunnel | Lateral Leg Positioner

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

BoneFoam’s Leg Tunnels are lateral leg positioners designed to create a strong, stable operative surface while protecting the down leg. The Leg Tunnel is inserted between the thighs, with the tunnel side facing down.

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Legstrap with velcro 110cm padded

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Comfort Leg strap with Velcro fastening. The leg strap is designed to be used with split leg section when the leg of a patient shall be fixed to the leg section.

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Limbo | Extremity Holder

Manufacturer: BoneFoam

The BoneFoam Limbo is a versatile option allowing positioning of the leg or the arm during surgery or patient preparation. Limbo is ideal for foot and ankle or podiatric procedures.

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