The Hope Car Bed for Hip Cast

A car bed specially designed for children with special health care needs.

Specifications
  • Minimum weight: 4.5 pounds
  • Maximum weight: 35 pounds
  • Maximum height: Up to 29 inches (or taller if legs are permitted to bend)

Features

  • This version of the Hope Car Bed is specifically designed for Hip Casts. The “windows” on each side near the feet allow the widest toe to toe distance possible.
  • Five different restraint options:

- Restraint bag with cummerbund (supine)
- Restraint bag with cummerbund (prone)
- Restraint bag with cummerbund (side facing)
- 3-point harness with cummerbund (supine)
- 3-point harness with cummerbund (prone)

  • Two sizes of restraint bags and adjustable cummerbunds offered.
  • Restraint bag securely attaches to bed and features dual entry zippers (single zippers on side-facing bags).
  • Cummerbund wrap provides comfort and optimal positioning.
  • Accessories available: see below.

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Options

Restraint Bag
(prone or supine)

The restraint bag is easy to use and securely attaches to the car bed. Small size is standard, but a large size is available.

Leveling Wedge

The leveling wedge is available for leveling the car bed in vehicles with a more severe slope or if leveling straps are not used. (Leveling straps come standard.)

Side-Facing Restraint Bag
(small or large)

Small and large side-facing restraint bags are available for children who require being laid on their right side.

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