SafeHip Hip Protector Unisex Model Medium Hip 35 to 43 Inch Fall Prevention

Hip fractures from falls are one of the most serious injury risks for elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities — and hip protectors are a clinically recognized intervention for reducing fracture risk when a fall occurs. The SafeHip Hip Protector Unisex Model is designed specifically for institutional use in nursing homes and assisted living facilities, where ease of identification through central laundry is as important as the protective function. The thicker waistband includes a designated area to write the patient's name, allowing the garment to be identified and returned to the correct resident after laundering. Either men or women can wear the unisex model. Fits hip measurement 35" to 43". Medium.

Key Features

• Hip fracture protection — clinically recognized fall protection for elderly users at risk of hip fracture
• Unisex design — suitable for both men and women
• Thicker waistband with name-writing area — designed for central laundry identification in institutional settings
• Fits hip measurement 35" to 43"
• Designed for nursing home and assisted living facility use

Specifications

• SKU: 9203
• Brand: SafeHip
• Model: Unisex
• Size: Medium
• Hip Measurement: 35" to 43"
• Gender: Unisex (men and women)

Ideal For

• Nursing homes and assisted living facilities that provide hip protectors to residents at high fall risk and need a garment that can be identified through central laundry with a resident name label
• Elderly residents with osteoporosis, history of falls, or other risk factors for hip fracture who need a wearable hip protector as part of a fall prevention program
• Long-term care facilities implementing a facility-wide hip protector program where a unisex model simplifies inventory management across a mixed-gender resident population
• Caregivers and family members of high-fall-risk elderly individuals living at home who want a hip protector that can be worn daily and laundered easily
• Rehabilitation facilities and skilled nursing units where hip protectors are used during the post-fall or post-fracture recovery period to reduce re-injury risk during ambulation and therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a hip protector reduce fracture risk during a fall?
Hip protectors contain energy-absorbing or energy-diverting pads positioned over the greater trochanter — the bony prominence on the outer hip that is the most common fracture site in a sideways fall. When a fall occurs, the pad absorbs or redirects the impact force away from the bone, reducing the peak force transmitted to the hip. Clinical studies have shown that hip protectors can significantly reduce the risk of hip fracture in falls among elderly individuals when worn consistently. The protective benefit depends on the protector being worn at the time of the fall — compliance with daily wear is the primary factor determining effectiveness in practice.

Why is the unisex model specifically designed for institutional use?
The unisex model is designed for nursing homes and assisted living facilities where a single garment style needs to work for both male and female residents, simplifying inventory management and reducing the number of SKUs a facility needs to stock. The thicker waistband with a name-writing area addresses the specific challenge of central laundry — in institutional settings, resident garments are collected, laundered in bulk, and returned to residents, and a clearly labeled garment is essential for ensuring each resident receives their own protector back after laundering. This feature is specific to the institutional unisex model and distinguishes it from the standard consumer model.

How do I measure for the correct size?
Measure the hip circumference at the widest point of the hips and buttocks. The Medium Unisex model fits a hip circumference of 35" to 43". If the measurement falls at the boundary between sizes, consider the resident's body shape and mobility — a slightly looser fit may be more comfortable for residents with limited mobility who need assistance putting on and removing the garment. Consult the SafeHip sizing chart for the full range of available sizes.

How is the hip protector laundered in a central laundry setting?
Write the resident's name clearly in the designated area on the waistband before the garment enters the laundry cycle. The garment is designed to withstand institutional laundering — refer to the care label for specific temperature and cycle recommendations. The protective pads may be removable for laundering depending on the model — check the product documentation for pad removal instructions before the first wash. After laundering, the name label allows staff to sort and return garments to the correct residents efficiently.