Gel-E Donuts

Gel-E Donuts are innovative positioning and support devices designed specifically for use in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) where precise and gentle infant positioning is crucial. These unique, donut-shaped devices are filled with a soft, gel-like material that conforms to the body’s contours, providing support and stabilization for various medical procedures and daily care needs.

Gel-E Donuts

Gel-E Donuts are innovative positioning and support devices designed specifically for use in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) where precise and gentle infant positioning is crucial. These unique, donut-shaped devices are filled with a soft, gel-like material that conforms to the body’s contours, providing support and stabilization for various medical procedures and daily care needs.

Technologies Overview

Gel-E Donut

  • Comfortable & pliable to support and cradle baby’s head, body and limbs

  • Reposition the infant without direct handling

  • Soft, non-porous outer shell is free of latex, BPA & DEHP

  • Non-toxic colored gels make it easy to distinguish sizes and locate positioning aids in the bed

Help alleviate pressure caused by prolonged immobility or other conditions where frequent handling is contraindicated.

3 sizes of Gel-E Donuts offer a range of forms for the perfect fit.

Gel-E Donuts durable outer skins can handle harsh hospital cleaning protocols.

About Gel-E Donuts

Versatile Positioning

Gel-E Donuts offers versatile positioning options for infants, gently supporting the head, limbs, or other body parts during medical procedures, imaging studies, or routine care. Their flexibility and three-size options allow for customization to meet individual needs. The soft, non-porous outer shell is free of latex, BPA & DEHP, making it safe for prolonged use.

Reduced Pressure

The soft, non-conforming, non-toxic gel material of the Gel-E Donuts effectively distributes weight and reduces pressure on delicate skin and tissues. Clinicians can safely move infants without making direct contact and the material prevents pressure sores while promoting proper healing post-surgery or during prolonged bed rest.

Increased Comfort and Security

The gentle support provided by Gel-E Donuts can significantly increase comfort and security for infants, making their hospital stay less intimidating. The comfortable positioning aid reduces stress and anxiety for infants experiencing ​prolonged immobility or conditions where frequent handling is contraindicated. The infant positioning aid also enhances safety, reducing the risk of accidental falls or injury by stabilizing infants in their beds.

Easy to Clean and Maintain

Designed with hygiene in mind, Gel-E Donuts are easy to clean and disinfect. Their durable outer material can withstand repeated use and harsh hospital cleaning protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gel-E Donuts are donut-shaped devices filled with a non-toxic, soft, gel-like material that conforms to an infant’s body contours, providing support and stabilization for various medical procedures and daily care needs.

The durable and non-toxic material of the Gel-E Donuts is designed for repeated use within hospitals. Gel-E Donuts can withstand harsh hospital cleaning products and thorough disinfection protocols.

The gel material inside the Gel-E Donuts distributes weight evenly and reduces pressure on delicate skin and tissues. This helps prevent pressure sores and promotes proper healing, especially post-surgery or during extended periods of bed rest.