Leg Lifter Mobility Aid for Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation
Total hip replacements are an invasive and life-changing surgery for anyone to go through, making proper rehabilitative support essential. For the best possible recovery, the Leg Lifter Mobility Aid for Total Hip Replacement Rehabilitation helps patients to move legs effectively and safely with a firm yet flexible aluminium construction and nylon web-covered foot hold. With a universal design to fit all foot sizes, this is the perfect rehabilitative solution for use in medical and care environments for improving mobility in the long and short-term.
What's Included?
Key Features
- Leg lifter helps patients move legs safely following hip injury
- Assists with raising and lowering legs for rehabilitation and general use
- Designed for weak hip flexors following total hip replacements
- Aluminium rod with loop for firm yet flexible support
- Rod bends easily to accommodate most foot sizes for a universal size
- Universal sizing for medical and residential professional environments
- Lightweight for easy transportability, weighing only 71g
How Do I Use the Leg Lifter?
To use the Leg Lifter for Rehabilitation, position the device on the floor beside your bed or a chair. While lying down, place one foot into the looped end of the leg lifter and use the handles to gently lift your leg, assisting in mobility and preventing strain during activities like getting in and out of bed. Slowly lower your leg back down and repeat as needed for support.
Ideal For Total Hip Replacements
The Leg Lifter Mobility Aid facilitates postoperative rehabilitation for patients undergoing total hip replacements by providing a controlled and supported means of raising the operative leg. This assistive device minimises stress on the healing hip joint, promoting a smoother transition in and out of bed and aiding in the performance of prescribed exercises. By ensuring proper leg elevation without undue strain, a leg lifter contributes to patient comfort, safety, and overall recovery progress following the surgical procedure.
Technical Information
- Aluminium Rod: 820mm (32")
- Loop Foot Hold: 220mm (8.5")
- Nylon Webbing (Covers the Loop Foot Hold): 25mm (1")
- Weight: 71g
