The Soft Knee Separator provides a comfortable cushion that is placed between the knees, so that when a Patient is in bed their knees will not touch. It can also be used while sitting in a chair.
A soft, elasticated Velcro® Strap with hook tape fastening wraps around the Patient’s leg to help keep the Separator in position. The Separator may also be used on contracted legs or arms – consult your Therapist.
Depending on the Patient’s ability, the Patient, a Therapist or Carer may position the Soft Knee Separator. More fibre is provided than may be needed. If necessary, remove some of the fibre from around the middle of the Separator to be comfortable for the Patient, particularly for arm or leg contractions.
The ordering options in the drop-down menu are:
| Photo | Description | |
| Complete Product |  |
Consisting of a White Cover with a zip and a Strap to wrap around the leg, filled with Soft Hollow-Core Polyester Fibre. |
| Cover Only – Black |  |
To go on the outside of the Complete Product, to act like a pillow case and remove for washing. Black material may be more discreet, eg. when used in a wheelchair in public. |
| Cover Only – Blue Waterproof |  |
A waterproof, wipeable cover to go on the outside of the Complete Product, to act like a pillow case and remove for washing. The ends are not heat sealed. |
| Cover Only – White |  |
To go on the outside of the Complete Product, to act like a pillow case and remove for washing. Made from the same white material as on the Complete Product. |
When ordering the Complete Product, we recommend purchasing at least one additional Cover. This way, you can regularly remove and wash the outer Cover only, and not the Complete Product, unless it needs washing.
Cover Options
The Black and White Covers are made out of a soft, four-way stretch material that wicks perspiration away from the body. This type of material is often used in sportswear.
The Blue Waterproof Cover is made from a wipeable, breathable, four-way stretch material. The seams are heat sealed, but the ends are not heat sealed. We suggest using a spare Black or White cover over the Waterproof cover to help absorb any urine spills and for added comfort.
Soft Hollow-Core Polyester Fibre
The benefit of this filling is that it is possible to remove or add some of the fibre for particular pressure care and individual Patient care. When removing some of the filling it does not move or migrate, unlike micro-polystyrene beans which move to fill the gap.
Polyester is cooler and softer next to the body compared to foam or micro-polystyrene beads, and may help Patients stay thermoneutral.
We can also supply 2kg / 4.4lbs bags of the Soft Hollow-Core Polyester Fibre (sold separately) to allow you to add more filling, or to fill your own cushion covers.
The full range of Soft Cushions consists of
Other Bed Positioning Support Products
The Pelican Sleep System incorporates a unique variety of specialised Bed Positioning Products including Soft Cushions, Cuffs, Wedges, and Brackets that can be used on their own, or combined with other products to ensure the best level of care for people who require assistance with their sleeping posture. See all of our products to help with positioning people in bed here.
