Chest-Hipbone Pads Series 3103 – Chest, Hip & Surgical Positioning Pads

The Chest-Hipbone Pads Series 3103 are designed to provide cushioning, support and protection for the chest and hip bones during prone surgical positioning. The pads are designed to help reduce pressure on these areas while providing space around the body that can assist with appropriate patient positioning.

The Series 3103 can be used during prone procedures and may help support appropriate respiratory and circulatory function by reducing unnecessary pressure on the chest and abdomen. The pads are also suitable for other positioning applications, including shoulder support during supine procedures and chest support during cardiac surgery.

With a range of sizes and configurations, including a foam core model and a paediatric option, the Series 3103 provides flexible solutions for different surgical positioning requirements.

Key Features

• Designed to protect the chest and hip bones during prone surgery
• Helps reduce pressure on pressure-sensitive areas
• Designed to help reduce the risk of pressure sores
• Provides space around the chest and abdomen during prone positioning
• Can assist with appropriate respiratory and circulatory positioning
• Can be used to support the shoulder during supine procedures
• Can be used to help support and relax the chest during cardiac surgery
• Available in multiple sizes
• Includes a foam core model
• Includes a paediatric model
• Suitable for hospitals and operating theatres

Chest and Hip Protection During Prone Surgery

The prone position involves positioning the patient face down for surgery. This position is commonly used for procedures involving the spine and posterior areas of the body.

When a patient remains prone for an extended period, the chest and hip bones can become pressure-sensitive areas. Appropriate padding can help distribute pressure and provide a cushioned interface between the patient and the operating table.

The Chest-Hipbone Pads Series 3103 are specifically designed to provide protection around these areas while supporting appropriate patient positioning.

Supporting Respiratory and Circulatory Function

The manufacturer specifies that the Series 3103 is designed to facilitate respiratory and circulatory functioning during prone surgery.

By supporting the chest and hip areas while allowing appropriate space around the body, the pads can form part of a patient positioning system designed to minimise unnecessary pressure.

Patient positioning should always be assessed according to the individual patient, procedure and applicable clinical protocols.

Pressure Sore Prevention

Pressure management is an important consideration when patients remain in a fixed surgical position for an extended period.

The Chest-Hipbone Pads provide cushioning around the chest and hip bones, helping to reduce direct contact and pressure between these areas and the operating surface.

The manufacturer specifically identifies the pads as being designed to help avoid the formation of pressure sores during prone surgery.

Other Surgical Applications

The Series 3103 is not limited to prone positioning.

Shoulder Support During Supine Procedures

The pads can also be used to support the shoulder during supine procedures, where the patient is lying on their back.

Appropriate shoulder support can help maintain stable positioning and provide additional cushioning around the shoulder area.

Cardiac Surgery

The manufacturer also specifies that the pads can be used to relax the whole chest during cardiac surgery.

The appropriate model and positioning configuration should be selected according to the procedure and the patient’s individual requirements.

Available Models

The Series 3103 includes several models with different dimensions.

Foam Core Model

The 3103-1 is identified as a Foam Core model and measures 50 × 20 × 7 cm.

This provides an alternative construction within the Series 3103 range while maintaining the same stated dimensions as the standard 3103 model.

Paediatric Option

The 3103-2 is identified as a Pediatric model and measures 7 × 4 × 4 cm.

This smaller option provides an alternative for paediatric patient positioning applications. The appropriate positioning equipment should always be selected according to the patient’s size and clinical requirements.

Choosing the Right Chest-Hipbone Pads

The Series 3103 offers several different dimensions, allowing healthcare professionals to select an appropriate pad for the positioning application.

The larger 3103 and 3103-1 models measure 50 × 20 × 7 cm, while the 3103-6 provides a larger 48 × 25 × 10 cm profile.

Smaller models such as the 3103-2, 3103-3, 3103-4 and 3103-5 can provide more targeted positioning and protection.

Selection should take into account the patient’s size, surgical position, procedure, area requiring protection and the overall positioning setup.

Suitable for Operating Theatres

Chest-Hipbone Pads Series 3103 are suitable for professional healthcare environments including:

• Operating theatres
• Hospitals
• Surgical centres
• Spinal surgery
• Orthopaedic procedures
• Cardiac surgery
• Prone surgical procedures
• Supine surgical procedures
• Paediatric surgical applications

The pads can be incorporated into an overall patient positioning system according to the requirements of the procedure and individual patient.

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