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

Used to secure surgical table accessories with flat posts to table rails
Slides on for easy fitting to standard UK and EU operating tables
Easily secured with screw system for stable fixing of operating accessories
250kg patient weight capacity
Compatible with 1" x 1/4" flat blade accessories

CS Blade Clamp Plus – US

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Table rail attachment for the USA, to be used with Blade type accessories.

Reusable - clean using alcohol-based hospital wipes
For use on compatible surgical tables in surgical environments and ICUs
Latex and phthalate free

CS Bow & Wilson Comfort Covers

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

Compatible with Bow & Wilson frames. Added protection for the patient and extends the life of the supports.

Reduces risk of skin shear
Soft and waterproof drapes
Single-use

CS Bow & Wilson Standard Covers

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Bow & Wilson Standard Covers are compatible with the Wilson or Allen Bow Frames. Protects the support pads and aids infection control.

Protection for the Wilson or Allen Bow Frame
Waterproof sleeves slide easily onto the supports of the frame
The square drape and bar-roll protect the supporting frame
Single-use to aid infection control

CS Carbon & Universal Extension Carts

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Carbon & Universal Extension Carts are specifically designed to store and transport the full accessory sets for the CS Universal and CS Carbon Spine Extension systems.

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CS Carbon Spine Extension – Schmitz™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Carbon Spine Extension – Schmitz can be fitted to the Schmitz Diamond Operating Table 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
Greatly improved anaesthetic access- no end columns between the anaesthetic team and the patient
360 degree C-Arm/0-Arm access
Significantly more cost-effective in comparison to purchasing a full spine table
Detachable support leg for added stability if preferred
Light weight – one person required to set up
250kg weight capacity

CS Carbon Spine Extension Set – Merivaara™

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Carbon Spine Extension – Merivaara can be fitted to the Merivaara Grand Promerix Operating Table 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
Greatly improved anaesthetic access- no end columns between the anaesthetic team and the patient
360 degree C-Arm/0-Arm access
Significantly more cost-effective in comparison to purchasing a full spine table
Detachable support leg for added stability if preferred
Light weight – one person required to set up
250kg weight capacity

CS Comfort Covers

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Comfort Covers are compatible with CS Prone Patient Supports. Added protection for the patient and extends the life of the supports.

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

CS Contour Head Support Cradle

Manufacturer: Care Surgical

The CS Contour connects directly to the Allen®C-Flex® Head Positioning System.

Use with CS Prone Plus Face Cushions
Easy to connect to the Allen® C-Flex®
Reduced pressure on the patient’s chin