LATERAL / SUPINE POSITIONING SYSTEM
The Lateral HUG-U-VAC incorporates a built-in inflatable axillary pillow, nylon operating table straps, disposable waterproof slip covers, and a reliable on/off evacuation valve.
The Lateral HUG-U-VAC incorporates a built-in inflatable axillary pillow, nylon operating table straps, disposable waterproof slip covers, and a reliable on/off evacuation valve.
Surgical Positioning Systems, Inc.
"The Lap HUG-U-VAC really secures the patient in position even when the patient is in the steepest Trendelenburg."
Jim Fleshman, MD
President of American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons
President of American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons
"Simply put, the patients do not slide when they are on The Lap Hug-U-Vac."
Steve Volin, MD
GYN/Women's Health Clinic
GYN/Women's Health Clinic
Home
LAPAROSCOPIC POSITIONING SYSTEM
Also benefitting from many of the same exemplary features of the Lateral / Supine system, "The Lap" HUG-U-VAC is specifically designed to accomodate patients in the Steep Trendelenburg, Reverse Trendelenburg, and Lateral Oblique positions.
Also benefitting from many of the same exemplary features of the Lateral / Supine system, "The Lap" HUG-U-VAC is specifically designed to accomodate patients in the Steep Trendelenburg, Reverse Trendelenburg, and Lateral Oblique positions.
7/22/10
"Man falls off surgical table; St. Joseph's Hospital sued" article identifies the need for adequate & safe patient positioning equipment. (Star Tribune)
3/15/10
GYN Physician, Steve Volin of Women's Health thanks Dr. Hiebert for inventing "The Lap".
2/22/10
ModernHealthcare.com publishes report: Hospital infections killed 48,000 patients in 2006. Report shows the necessity of using waterproof disposable slipcovers.
1/6/10
University of CO Hospital shows improved patient positioning in Steep Trendelenburg with "The Lap".
3/18/09
President of American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons affirms effectiveness of "The Lap" HUG-U-VAC.
"Man falls off surgical table; St. Joseph's Hospital sued" article identifies the need for adequate & safe patient positioning equipment. (Star Tribune)
3/15/10
GYN Physician, Steve Volin of Women's Health thanks Dr. Hiebert for inventing "The Lap".
2/22/10
ModernHealthcare.com publishes report: Hospital infections killed 48,000 patients in 2006. Report shows the necessity of using waterproof disposable slipcovers.
1/6/10
University of CO Hospital shows improved patient positioning in Steep Trendelenburg with "The Lap".
3/18/09
President of American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons affirms effectiveness of "The Lap" HUG-U-VAC.
Patent # 5,906,205
Domestic & Foreign Patents Pending
Copyright 2010 HUG-U-VAC Inc.
WELCOME
Welcome to the HUG-U-VAC website where you will find the finest in surgical patient positioners. Since positioning is our only business we share your concern for the most secure, comfortable and precise patient positioning. We invite you to view the positioners that will revolutionize your practice.
Welcome to the HUG-U-VAC website where you will find the finest in surgical patient positioners. Since positioning is our only business we share your concern for the most secure, comfortable and precise patient positioning. We invite you to view the positioners that will revolutionize your practice.
About Us
News
Products