Patient Positioning Blog

What you do at home between therapy sessions 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.

Patient positioning during surgery has been overlooked and has lacked innovation with exactly the same makeshift methods from decades ago. Until now. Introducing the all-new Nextend Anterior Cervical Positioning System. 

It all matters when it comes to recovery. A disciplined recovery routine, supported by premium rehab aids like the BoneFoam Leg Buddy may help athletes and everyday warriors return faster and stronger after surgery. 

Makeshift vs. Innovative. 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. Let's break rehab down with a PT. 

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

The BoneFoam Leg Buddy Heel Cut is a restorative solution designed with an orthopedic surgeon with thoughtful consideration to promote optimal leg positioning, and enhance overall patient comfort. 

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. 

The BoneFoam Restore Dual Leg Support exists to solve one problem well — helping patients sleep comfortably after knee surgery. Restore transforms nighttime from a liability into an asset in recovery.

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 Zero Degree Knee (ZDK) helps patients maintain TKE during recovery. 

Dr Thomas Tan, 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. 

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

Explore techniques to achieve full knee extension after knee surgery, from physical therapy exercises to using advanced support tools like BoneFoam Zero Degree Knee. Our goal is to help you recover safely and effectively. 

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

Explore the integral roles of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses, in managing patient positioning, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient safety. All clinicians can learn new and innovative ways to better positioning. 

Learn how the ramped position can mitigate intubation risks in obese patients, providing critical care enhancements and first-attempt success. Learn more about the BoneFoam Troop Elevation System. 

Explore how the BoneFoam Tray Topper revolutionizes surgical procedures by ensuring critical tools are at hand, thereby boosting operational efficiency on the Mayo Stand. A simple, innovative solution ORs should consider. 

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

It's time time heal and recover. Find out the benefits of leg elevation for edema management and recovery. Explore how the BoneFoam Leg Buddy can support your post-surgical healing process.

Explore how BoneFoam leg elevation pillows can play a crucial role in your post-surgery recovery, ensuring maximum comfort while aiding in your journey to wellness. There's a rehab solution there for you.

The lateral 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.

Delve into the critical role of prone positioning in spinal surgeries, its impact on patient physiology, and innovative solutions to mitigate risks. Learn more about the BoneFoam Universal Prone Positioning System. 

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

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

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

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

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

Elevating your leg after joint replacement surgery is crucial, but for how long? Uncover our expert healthcare guidelines and BoneFoam's role. Learn more about our portfolio of rehab solutions to help you recover.