Systam Hip Abduction Wedge

This simple but effective tool for treating hip dysfunction can be used for patients recovering from hip operations, or to help prevent pressure sores for those forced to spend long amounts of time lying down. Comfortable and straightforward to use, the Systam Hip Abduction Wedge can also be an effective aid for those with cerebral palsy and other neurological disabilities, keeping the knees straight and legs apart to encourage growth of adductor muscles.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

1 x Hip Abduction Wedge

WHO is THE SYSTAM HIP WEDGE AIMED AT?

After hip surgeries, patients can use the Systam Wedge to avoid hip dislocation. Additionally, those with neurological disabilities (particularly children who have undergone a lower limb operation) use the wedge to stretch their adductor muscles and aid muscle growth over time.

HOW IS IT USED FOR PATIENTS VULNERABLE TO PRESSURE ULCERS?

For bed bound or sedentary patients who are at risk of pressure sores, the Hip Abduction Wedge can be used to reposition the body, shifting weight from side to side. This avoids pressure build up in a particular area and prevents wounds from developing. 

USE WHILE SITTING OR LYING DOWN

The Systam Wedge can be used flexibly. For sedentary children or patients, it can be placed between the legs while they are seated at home or in a wheelchair and it is just as effective. For use while lying down, patients can either lie on their back or or one side and place one leg above the other, with the triangular wedge in between. This is particularly useful for rotating a patient's position when they are at risk of pressure wounds. 

Key Features and Benefits

• Superb tool for post-hip replacement surgery support
• Used to treat patients with cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions
• Preventative measure against pressure sores, friction and shear forces
• Designed with an anatomical, conforming material for comfort and adaptability
• Use while sitting or lying down in various different positions
• Effective at rectifying severe postural issues