Patient Positioning Aids for Diagnostic Imaging
Accurate patient positioning is essential for high-quality diagnostic images first time, every time. Our range of radiology positioning aids, including radiolucent foam pads, positioning wedges, sandbags, and weight-bearing steps, helps radiographers and x-ray technologists achieve consistent, repeatable results while improving patient comfort and reducing unnecessary repeat exposures.
PATIENT POSITIONING
STANDARD FOAM
Cosr Effective & Radiolucent
Rothband's standard positioning foam, offering a firm yet comfortable support with a firmness rating of 40. Plain foam is functionally radiolucent and generally artefact-free.
WIPEABLE COVER
Cleanable, Positioning Foam
Rothband's standard foam core encased in a Dartex PU (polyurethane) fabric cover, designed for maximum cleanability and durability in busy clinical settings. The Dartex cover can be wiped down with approved disinfectants (warm water and neutral detergent, or sodium hypochlorite solution), making it the most hygienic option in the range. Some designs require a zip for cover removal. It's worth noting that the edges of the cover may show on X-ray images, so this foam type is best suited where ease of cleaning is the priority and minor edge artefact is acceptable — for example in interventional rooms or trauma settings where infection control takes precedence.
CLOSED CELL
Cleanable, Radiolucent Positioning Foam
A denser, non-absorbent foam with a sealed-cell structure that prevents fluids from penetrating the material. Closed cell foam is easy to wipe clean between patients, making it well suited to higher-throughput or infection-controlled environments. It is functionally radiolucent and artefact-free, and its water-repellent properties mean it can be disinfected without degrading over time. Some pad shapes may vary slightly compared to their plain foam equivalents due to the material's firmer construction. An excellent middle-ground option that balances imaging performance with improved hygiene.
FOAM PADS
STANDARD FOAM
Rothband's standard positioning foam, offering a firm yet comfortable support with a firmness rating of 40. Plain foam is functionally radiolucent and generally artefact-free.
CLOSED CELL
A denser, non-absorbent foam with a sealed-cell structure that prevents fluids from penetrating the material. Closed cell foam is easy to wipe clean between patients, making it well suited to higher-throughput or infection-controlled environments. It is functionally radiolucent and artefact-free, and its water-repellent properties mean it can be disinfected without degrading over time. Some pad shapes may vary slightly compared to their plain foam equivalents due to the material's firmer construction. An excellent middle-ground option that balances imaging performance with improved hygiene.
WIPEABLE COVER
Rothband's standard foam core encased in a Dartex PU (polyurethane) fabric cover, designed for maximum cleanability and durability in busy clinical settings. The Dartex cover can be wiped down with approved disinfectants (warm water and neutral detergent, or sodium hypochlorite solution), making it the most hygienic option in the range. Some designs require a zip for cover removal. It's worth noting that the edges of the cover may show on X-ray images, so this foam type is best suited where ease of cleaning is the priority and minor edge artefact is acceptable — for example in interventional rooms or trauma settings where infection control takes precedence.
STANDARD FOAM - Sets
Rothband's standard positioning foam, offering a firm yet comfortable support with a firmness rating of 40. Plain foam is functionally radiolucent and generally artefact-free.
STANDARD FOAM - Individual
OUR BASE FOAM, UNCOVERED AND LOW ARTEFACT
CLOSED CELL FOAM - Sets
A denser, non-absorbent foam with a sealed-cell structure that prevents fluids from penetrating the material. Closed cell foam is easy to wipe clean between patients, making it well suited to higher-throughput or infection-controlled environments. It is functionally radiolucent and artefact-free, and its water-repellent properties mean it can be disinfected without degrading over time. Some pad shapes may vary slightly compared to their plain foam equivalents due to the material's firmer construction. An excellent middle-ground option that balances imaging performance with improved hygiene.
CLOSED CELL FOAM - Individual
WIPEABLE FOAM - SETS
Rothband's standard foam core encased in a Dartex PU (polyurethane) fabric cover, designed for maximum cleanability and durability in busy clinical settings. The Dartex cover can be wiped down with approved disinfectants (warm water and neutral detergent, or sodium hypochlorite solution), making it the most hygienic option in the range. Some designs require a zip for cover removal. It's worth noting that the edges of the cover may show on X-ray images, so this foam type is best suited where ease of cleaning is the priority and minor edge artefact is acceptable, for example in interventional rooms or trauma settings where infection control takes precedence.