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Recovery is a looooooong road. Pave a successful journey back with Zero Degree Knee.

Home positioning is an important factor influencing postoperative outcomes. One of the most critical drivers of recovery often receives far less attention than it deserves -- consistent recovery at home. What you do at home between therapy sessions, especially how you position your knee while not in activity during resting and sleeping, is fundamental in the healing process. Positioning of your lower extremity is exactly the problem BoneFoam's Zero Degree Knee (ZDK) is designed to address.

Rethinking the basics: A new standard for patient positioning in ACDF surgery.

Significant innovations and advances in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery include minimally invasive techniques, AI-assisted customization, robotic assistance and 3D-printed and custom implants. However, despite these advances, patient positioning during surgery is an important aspect of ACDFs that has been overlooked and has lacked innovation with exactly the same makeshift methods from decades ago. Until now. Introducing the all-new Nextend.

The BoneFoam Leg Buddy: A simple yet worthy investment after foot and ankle surgery.

It all matters when it comes to recovery. A focused, disciplined recovery routine, supported by high-quality rehab aids like the BoneFoam Leg Buddy may help athletes and everyday warriors return faster and stronger after surgery. Learn more about the major benefits of premium-quality recovery aids vs. makeshift home solutions.

A physical therapist's perspective about post-operative care and recovery equipment.

At-home or in-clinic tools (such as pillows or towels, bolsters, or foam pads for support), may get close in terms of achieving these same outcomes. While these easy-to-find items are often accessible and relatively simple to use, there are a lot of important details in execution that highly impact results setting during the rehabilitation process. Let's break it down: Makeshift vs. Innovative

The BoneFoam Knee Buddy Integrates Elevation and Extension in Post-op Recovery

By integrating elevation, extension, and alignment into a single positioning system, the Knee Buddy introduces a more complete and clinically aligned approach to the postoperative recovery process.

The intentional design of the BoneFoam Leg Buddy Heel Cut helps make recovery better.

The Leg Buddy Heel Cut is a restorative solution designed with an orthopedic surgeon with thoughtful consideration to promote optimal leg positioning, reduce the risk of skin breakdown, and enhance overall patient comfort. Let’s make recovery better for you or your loved one.

A global perspective: Archaic cervical patient positioning.

Around the globe with Mark VonGrey, account executive, Global Partners, at BoneFoam. This article features Mark's simple yet powerful observations about current anterior cervical patient positioning. Discover why modern, innovative solutions for spine procedures help drive better efficiency and performance for surgical leaders.

Good sleep after knee surgery seems impossible. Until now.

The BoneFoam Restore Dual Leg Support exists to solve one problem well — helping patients sleep comfortably and neutrally after knee surgery. By comprehensively addressing alignment, symmetry, and gentle elevation, Restore transforms nighttime from a liability into an asset in recovery.

The BoneFoam Zero Degree Knee helps achieve full knee straightening after knee surgery.

Achieving full knee straightening—known as Terminal Knee Extension (TKE)—is one of the most critical factors in a successful recovery after knee surgery. The BoneFoam Zero Degree Knee (ZDK) helps patients maintain TKE during rest and recovery. Start here to learn more about improving your rehab journey.

A note from Singapore: A neurosurgeon's observation on the Universal Prone Positioning System.

Dr Thomas Tan, a neurosurgeon, Head and Consultant of National Neuroscience Institute @ Sengkang General Hospital, has completed more than 50 cases of awake endoscopic spinal surgeries, using the BoneFoam Universal Prone.

Tricky Intubations: Airway Axes and Patient Positioning

Address challenges in difficult airways with techniques that ensure the alignment of airway axes, facilitating safer and more effective intubations.

How to Achieve Full Knee Extension After Surgery

Explore techniques to achieve full knee extension after surgery, from physical therapy exercises to using advanced support tools like BoneFoam.

Benefits of Trendelenburg Positioning in Surgical Procedures

Delve into the Trendelenburg position and reverse Trendelenburg positions to improve surgical access and enhance patient airway, blood flow, and overall safety.

Who Is Responsible For Patient Positioning During Surgery?

Explore the integral roles of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses, in managing patient positioning, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient safety.

Enhancing Intubation Safety for Obese Patients with Ramping

Learn how the ramped position can mitigate intubation risks in obese patients, providing critical care enhancements and first-attempt success.

What is a Mayo Stand and Why is it Important in the OR?

Explore how the Mayo Stand revolutionizes surgical procedures by ensuring critical tools are at hand, thereby boosting operational efficiency.

The Prone Position: What is it, and What are the Risks?

Learn about the prone position's critical use in healthcare, its advantages for patient outcomes, and essential safety tips to prevent risks.

How Leg Elevation Helps to Avoid Edema Post-Surgery

Find out the benefits of leg elevation for edema management and recovery. Explore how BoneFoam’s Leg Elevator can support your post-surgical healing process.

Healing Post-Surgery: Leg Elevation Pillows for Edema

Discover how leg elevation pillows can transform your post-surgery recovery, reduce edema, and enhance comfort. Explore BoneFoam's innovative solutions today.

Using Lateral Recumbent Position in Surgical Procedures

The lateral position, also known as the lateral decubitus or lateral recumbent position, is when a surgical patient is positioned with the non-operative side placed on the operating room table. Discover BoneFoam's role in revolutionizing patient positioning to support surgical access and patient comfort.

Navigating the Complications of Prone Positioning in Surgery

Delve into the critical role of prone positioning in spinal surgeries, its impact on patient physiology, and innovative solutions to mitigate risks.

Optimizing Cervical Spine Surgery with Precision Positioning

Unlock the key to successful cervical spine surgeries through optimal patient positioning. Explore the impact on recovery and quality of life.

The Importance of Prone Positioning in Surgery

Discover the critical role of prone positioning in surgeries for better oxygenation and reduced complications. Is prone positioning right for your procedure?

Differences Between Anterior and Posterior Hip Replacement

Anterior vs. Posterior hip replacement: Understand differences in recovery time, risk of dislocation, and post-surgery quality of life for an informed choice.

The Ideal Position for Lower Back Surgery

Explore how the right surgical position can drastically improve lower back surgery outcomes. Discover BoneFoam's spinal surgery and lumbar procedure solutions.

Enhancing care of the Bariatric patient for Bariatric Surgery or any surgery with Ramped OR Positioning

Ramped positioning in bariatric surgery isn't just helpful; it's essential to airway management. Learn why and how BoneFoam leads this improvement.

The Role of Elevation Post Knee Replacement Surgery

Elevating your leg after joint replacement surgery is crucial, but for how long? Uncover our expert healthcare guidelines and BoneFoam's role.