Prone Wedges (3 Sizes)
- Prone Position Support for Therapy - prone wedges support patients lying face-down in the prone position during physiotherapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation, or clinical care; the angled wedge shape places the head, shoulders, and arms at an elevated angle relative to the pelvis, reducing the effort required to lift the head and upper body and facilitating head control, arm weight-bearing, and shoulder movement exercises in the prone position.
- Combustion Modified Foam with FR Wipe-Clean Cover - combustion modified foam provides supportive, stable cushioning in the angled wedge profile; the fire-retardant wipe-clean vapour-permeable cover meets fire safety requirements for clinical settings and supports NHS IPC decontamination; vapour permeability maintains the skin microclimate at the chest and abdominal contact surface during prone positioning.
- Three Graduated Sizes with Carry Strap - small (NCL-PWS, 300x300mm, 75-25mm taper), medium (NCL-PWM, 650x600mm, 175-50mm taper), and large (NCL-PWL, 650x600mm, 250-50mm taper) provide graduated angle options for different clinical requirements; the carry strap on each wedge supports efficient handling and positioning by therapists during session setup and between patients.
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Settings - suitable for hospital physiotherapy departments, care home therapy rooms, specialist rehabilitation units, and homecare settings; the therapist should confirm the appropriate wedge size and prone positioning duration based on the individual patient's clinical presentation and treatment plan.
Prone Wedges - Three Sizes - FR Foam - Therapy Positioning
Prone Wedges support patients in the prone position during physiotherapy and rehabilitation, with combustion modified foam and a fire-retardant wipe-clean vapour-permeable cover. Three graduated sizes with carry straps. Suitable for hospitals, care homes, and homecare therapy settings.
Size Options
| Reference | Length | Width | Height (taper) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCL-PWS (Small) | 300 mm | 300 mm | 75 mm to 25 mm |
| NCL-PWM (Medium) | 650 mm | 600 mm | 175 mm to 50 mm |
| NCL-PWL (Large) | 650 mm | 600 mm | 250 mm to 50 mm |
Regulatory Compliance
The fire-retardant cover meets the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 fire safety requirements for soft furnishings used in care home and clinical settings. The vapour-permeable cover supports NICE CG179 microclimate management for patients at pressure ulcer risk who may be positioned prone as part of a pressure redistribution programme. CQC Regulation 12 (safe care) documentation should include the prone wedge as a component of the patient's physiotherapy or care plan, with the therapist confirming the clinical indication, the appropriate wedge size, and the maximum safe duration of prone positioning for the individual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What clinical purposes does prone positioning on a wedge serve?
Prone positioning supports a range of physiotherapy and rehabilitation goals: facilitating head control and neck extension in patients with neurodevelopmental conditions; supporting weight-bearing through the arms and shoulders for upper limb strengthening; improving respiratory function by changing the distribution of lung ventilation in patients with respiratory conditions; redistributing pressure away from sacral and heel pressure points in the pressure ulcer prevention programme; and supporting postural extension in patients with flexion contracture tendencies. The therapist should document the specific clinical indication for prone positioning in the patient's treatment plan.
How are the three prone wedge sizes differentiated in clinical use?
The small wedge (NCL-PWS) is appropriate for paediatric patients or for targeted limb positioning where a small elevation angle is required. The medium wedge (NCL-PWM) provides a moderate elevation for standard adult trunk and upper limb support in prone positioning. The large wedge (NCL-PWL) provides the greatest elevation angle for adults requiring pronounced upper body elevation in the prone position, or for patients requiring a more significant postural challenge during therapy. The therapist should select the size based on the patient's body dimensions and the required angle for the specific therapeutic goal.
NCL-PWS
Viewed products
- Prone Position Support for Therapy - prone wedges support patients lying face-down in the prone position during physiotherapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation, or clinical care; the angled wedge shape places the head, shoulders, and arms at an elevated angle relative to the pelvis, reducing the effort required to lift the head and upper body and facilitating head control, arm weight-bearing, and shoulder movement exercises in the prone position.
- Combustion Modified Foam with FR Wipe-Clean Cover - combustion modified foam provides supportive, stable cushioning in the angled wedge profile; the fire-retardant wipe-clean vapour-permeable cover meets fire safety requirements for clinical settings and supports NHS IPC decontamination; vapour permeability maintains the skin microclimate at the chest and abdominal contact surface during prone positioning.
- Three Graduated Sizes with Carry Strap - small (NCL-PWS, 300x300mm, 75-25mm taper), medium (NCL-PWM, 650x600mm, 175-50mm taper), and large (NCL-PWL, 650x600mm, 250-50mm taper) provide graduated angle options for different clinical requirements; the carry strap on each wedge supports efficient handling and positioning by therapists during session setup and between patients.
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Settings - suitable for hospital physiotherapy departments, care home therapy rooms, specialist rehabilitation units, and homecare settings; the therapist should confirm the appropriate wedge size and prone positioning duration based on the individual patient's clinical presentation and treatment plan.