Hip Protectors - Standard Packs

Our Pads and Pants are sold in discounted value packs (consisting of 5 pairs of Pants and 1 set of Pads), as well as separate individual Pants or Pads. Order from this page if you require a Pack. If you would like to order individual Pants or Pads please go to the Hip Protector - Individual Standard Pants and Pads product page.

Key Features

• Soft foam construction for comfort and compliance
• Breathable foam backing to help air circulation next to the skin
• Impact absorbing foam
• Various Pants styles and sizes available
• Washable Pads available

Additional Information

Hip Protector Pads have been used for many years to help prevent hip fractures. By using Hip Protector Pads, some people who are in danger of falling may be saved from a fracture, or after a hip replacement operation, the Hip Protector Pads may prevent another operation. Pelican Hip Protector Pads are designed to partly absorb and redistribute the impact of a fall, particularly around the Greater Trochanter area to protect the bone.

The Pads have a special breathable foam on the inside to make them comfortable for the person wearing them. As they can be worn 24 hours a day, it’s crucial that they remain comfortable. The foam helps keep the Pads slightly off the body, allowing air circulation between the Pad and the Hip. Additionally, the foam grips the pocket material, keeping the Pads in position.

The Pelican Hip Protector Pants have two pockets sewn inside the polycotton underpants. After pulling on the pants, ensure the Hip Protector Pads are located over the Greater Trochanter. The Hip Pad pockets are big enough to move the Hip Protector Pads up or down, or side to side in the Pockets. This gives some flexibility to correctly locate the Pads over the Greater Trochanter.

If a restless person removes the Pads, it is possible to simply sew the Pads in the pockets to keep the Pads in the correct position. Use a ball tip sewing machine needle to avoid cutting the threads of the polycotton pants material.

It is advisable to periodically check that the Pads are still located correctly over the Greater Trochanter.

Many falls occur during the night when people get out of bed to go to the toilet in an unlit room. The Pelican Hip Protectors give protection in case the wearer gets out of bed during the night and falls. The Pants may be worn 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Pay attention to the skin integrity under the Pad area. Factors such as the weather, or a person's chemical make-up may affect the skin. It is recommended to have some time without wearing the Pads to allow the skin to breathe. If this becomes a serious problem, it may be better not to wear the Pants. This type of problem could occur with any brand of hip protectors.

Specifications

We supply our Hip Protectors either:

• With the Pads separately to the Pants. The Pads generally do not need cleaning, so you can take the Pads out of a worn pair of Pants, and put them in a new pair of Pants.
• With the Pads sewn into the Pants. When ordering from the drop down box, select the same number of:
  • Packs
  • Sew Pads In Option (at the bottom of the drop down box)

Hip Protector Pad Options

• Super Soft Washable Pads (Item # 179SSW) These can be left in the pants when washing them, or they can be removed and washed separately.
• SuperSoft Washable Pads - T5 (Item # 179SSWT5) Some older people are more fragile and less resilient to impact so their bone structure requires more protection. The SuperSoft Washable Pads - T5 are similar to the SuperSoft Washable Pads. The difference is that they have a thicker internal impact reduction foam.

Cleaning

Wash up to 80°C (176°F). Air dry in the shade, or tumble dry on a cool setting, ensuring the drum is cool. Ensure the product is dry before using or storing.

Important

It is hoped the Hip Protector Pads will prevent injury. As people can fall in many different ways, Pelican, like other manufacturers such as HipSaver, SafeHip and HipGuard can make no expressed or implied guarantee that the Hip Protector Pads will prevent injury. Please read the Important Notice to the Purchaser on our Instruction Sheet. Please report back to us if a fall occurs while wearing the Hip Protector Pads. We recommend consulting an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or other Health Professional to approve the suitability of this product. This product may help with the prevention of pressure sores on the hips. Sometimes, due to the patient deteriorating, the product may become unsuitable. Continuous monitoring is necessary and alternative products may be recommended.

Unit of Measure

Pack (5 x Pants, 1 x Pads)

FAQs

What size Pants is best?
For people who fit into different size categories we recommend selecting the slightly looser fit. The Hip Protector Pads are big enough to offer good protection without having to be very tightly worn.

Can I get the Pads sewn into the Pants?
Yes. When ordering from the drop down box, select the same number of:

• Packs
• Sew Pads In Option (at the bottom of the drop down box)