Lateral Positioning in Orthopedic & Hip Surgeries: The Role of Positioner Pads

Medical professional placing lateral positioner pads on a patient for hip replacement surgery.

Surgery involving the hip and orthopedics usually requires the patient to be in the lateral position (lying on the side) to provide the surgeon with an appropriate view of the joint and bones. Although this position provides good access for the operation, it can exert excessive pressure on the shoulder, ribs, hips, and knees if […]