Short Description

Body worn protectors containing a pressure relieving gel enveloped in a soft and stretchy material. Helps protect the body parts from development of pressure sores and nerve damage.

Models

. Head Protector - Helps protect the head, occipital nerve and ears (not sold by Statina)
. Heel & Elbow Protectors
. Sacral Protector
. Hip Protector - Helps protect against the development of pressure sores on the hips in the side lying position. Is not designed, however, to help prevent hip fracture.
. Universal Knee Protector - Helps protect the knees in the side lying position.
. Shin Protector - helps protect against skin breakage in the shin area.
. Heel & Ankle Protectors

The Head Protector, Sacral Protector and Hip Protector are sold as a single item. The rest of the products are sold in pairs.

More Details

The products are lightweight, discreet and provide protection for areas at risk from pressure sores and nerve damage, with a comprehensive range to suit all shapes and sizes.

MATERIAL
TRUGEL pressure relieving gel enveloped in a soft and stretchy Coolband material. The Coolband material is skin compatible, breathable and can be machine washed.

SIZES
Available in small, medium and large sizes. The Heel & Elbow Protectors and the Hip Protector also come in X Large and XX Large sizes.

APPLICATION
Gelbodies are suitable for Long Term Care and Rehabilitation patients and for use in the hospital and home care environment.

Standards

Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For a fact sheet about standards contact us or visit www.ilcaustralia.org/home/standards.asp