{"product_id":"skil-care-bilateral-anti-rotation-gripper-wedge-universal-clinical-positioning-block","title":"Skil-Care Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper Wedge – Universal Clinical Positioning Block","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSkil-Care Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper Wedge: Precise Lower-Limb External Rotation Prevention for Orthopedic and Long-Term Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA universal Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper made from comfortable foam with slip resistant design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManaging post-operative lower limb alignment and mitigating the risk of tissue breakdown in patients recovery from hip fractures, arthroplasty, or severe neurological deficits presents complex physical challenges for nursing teams. When a patient is restricted to extended bed rest, the leg naturally tends to rotate externally. This uncontrolled rotation compromises surgical site integrity, strains healing connective tissues, and increases lateral friction against bedding. The Skil-Care Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper Wedge resolves this critical bedside vulnerability by providing a reliable, slip-resistant mechanical stabilizer that locks standard decubitus-prevention foot boots into an anatomically correct, neutral position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe operational problem solved by this specialized clinical positioner is the frequent displacement common to improvised pillows or generic wedges, which require constant manual adjustment and increase caregiver workloads. By sliding directly beneath or cradling a patient's existing heel-protection boot, the gripper wedge relies on a patent-pending architectural profile that blocks shifting or rolling in either direction. The boot nests securely within the stabilizer, allowing clinical staff to maintain strict alignment protocols without resorting to rigid, uncomfortable, or skin-shearing restraint systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbsolute Dual-Direction Stabilization:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered with a specialized dual-boundary profile that prevents external and internal lower limb rotation to protect post-op hip fracture surgical sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal High-Density Foam Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Fabricated from medical-grade, high-density foam that offers excellent structural compression resistance while remaining soft enough to eliminate bony prominence pressure zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSlip-Resistant Gripper Surface:\u003c\/b\u003e Features an advanced, high-friction bottom lining designed to lock against standard hospital bed sheets and prevent lateral migration during patient movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSeamless Off-Loading Boot Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Formulated to cradle and stabilize premium heel-preservation boots, including the Skil-Care Heel Float, Heel Float II, and Prevalon systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRapid Tool-Free Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a simplified placement layout that allows clinicians to insert or remove the positioning block in seconds during skin checks or routine transfers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSanitation-Compliant Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Constructed with non-porous surface attributes that can be wiped clean with standard institutional soap and water, preventing cross-contamination risks across patient turns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCA 117 Flammability Compliance:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured from materials that meet strict institutional fire safety criteria, satisfying California Technical Bulletin 117 standards for healthcare facilities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Skil-Care Corporation\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Material Options:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Density Polyurethane Foam or High-Impact Rigid Medical Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFoam Model Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.38 inches Long x 8 inches Wide x 3.5 inches High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSizing Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Foam variation features a Universal fit; Plastic variations available in Small\/Medium and Large\/Bariatric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrimary Clinical Indications:\u003c\/b\u003e Post-operative hip fracture care, total hip arthroplasty alignment, decubitus prevention boot stabilization, and lower-limb external rotation control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAttachment Interface:\u003c\/b\u003e Drop-in cradle architecture with zero mechanical fasteners required for boot release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eChemical Restrictions:\u003c\/b\u003e Safe for standard disinfectants; avoid exposure to concentrated chlorine or bleach-based chemicals to preserve material lifespan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer Warranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 6-Month Limited Warranty on manufacturing defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst place the appropriate Skil-Care® heel boot on the patient, then place the foot and boot into the Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper while lying on the bed. The Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper will release from the boot when the boot is lifted out of the Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper can be wiped clean with soap and water. If disinfected, avoid using chlorine (bleach) chemicals. Do Not Launder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis product is guaranteed for 6 months.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heel-Float II sold separately\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtended Product Information:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/files.rescue-supply.com\/PDF\/Brochures\/SKL-BilateralAntiRotationGripper_brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct brochure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Skil-Care","offers":[{"title":"Bilateral Anti-Rotation - Foam - Universal","offer_id":42651071316212,"sku":"SKL-503098","price":55.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Foot Stabilizer - Plastic - Small\/Medium","offer_id":42651071348980,"sku":"SKL-503039","price":65.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Foot Stabilizer - Plastic - Large\/Bariatric","offer_id":42651071381748,"sku":"SKL-503038","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2304\/8155\/products\/BilateralAnti-RotationGripper.jpg?v=1755047107","url":"https:\/\/rescue-supply.com\/products\/skil-care-bilateral-anti-rotation-gripper-wedge-universal-clinical-positioning-block","provider":"Rescue Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}