The HUGGA Sleep System for Children

Postural management and pressure care are vitally important to the well being of many patients.  A variety of options exist for daytime posture management, however there have been fewer systems available to help patients while they sleep.

Research indicates that sleep systems can reduce tone, prevent or delay contractures and/or structural deformity, help improve respiratory function and reduce the risk of tissue damage. The HUGGA Sleep System was developed, in partnership with neuro physiotherapists (and other healthcare professionals specializing in postural management) specifically to address this need for 24/7 care.

The HUGGA Sleep System is suitable for use in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, or even in a domestic environment. The system can assist with neuro rehabilitation, stroke management, palliative care and many other conditions.

HUGGA provides a cost effective, simple to use, universal system which is already in use in many major hospital trusts across the UK.

Components

• Fitted Velcro Sheet that fits tightly onto the bed and can be secured with toggles. It is machine washable up to 80^oc.
• Head Support for patient comfort at all times.
• The Bridge (set) - supports the legs when the user is laying on their side, facilitating airflow and reducing pressure on the feet, knees and hips.
• Pelvic Pad (set) - maintains a neutral pelvic position.
• Thorax Support (set) - supports the trunk and pelvis.
• The Blocker (set) - supports the legs and relieves pressure on the knees and hips.
• Leg guides (set) - go over the knee to maintain correct leg position on the Blocker.
• Double Edge Wedge (set) - supports the feet and reduces the tendency to pathological ankle hyperextension.
  
  

Sizes

• HUGGA 1, suitable for children aged approximately 2- 8 years. 
• HUGGA 2, suitable for children from approximately 8 years through to adolescence.
  
  

Learn how the HUGGA Sleep System works and how to position the components:

Hugga Sleep System Instructional Video

Sheets 

• Standard 3ft Toggle Sheet - a fitted sheet that can be secured with a toggle. 
• Anti-Ping - a flat sheet with elastic straps at each corner, designed for airflow mattresses. 
• Air Flow 3ft - a deeper, fitted sheet with a buckle across the middle. It is suitable for an airflow mattress. 
• Bespoke sheets can be provided on request.
• HUGGA Slide Sheet - a 4-way slide sheet compatible with our HUGGA Sleep Systems.
  
  

Accessories 

• Day-time Positioning Mat – this foldable play-mat allows the client to use the HUGGA during the day. This is ideal for schools and day centres.
• Day-time Positioning Sheets - velcro sheets designed for use with the Day-time Positioning Mat.
• Abduction/Adduction rolls – can be made to measure.
• Leg Rolls – can be made to measure to provide extra support where high tone and limited range are problems.
• Bespoke Cushions – such as wedges, T-rolls and pillows
  
  

Buy Standard Toggle Sheet

 

See how the HUGGA SLIDE SHEET can facilitate single handed moving and handling:

Hugga Slide

The Onion  (Universal T-roll)

• The Onion System comprises easy to remove layers which makes it highly adaptable. This offers significant advantages over traditional T-rolls:
  • it reduces the risk of choosing the wrong size.
  • the Onion System can be adapted throughout the life of the user, making it ideal for children.
• Helps manage adduction and control posture and position of the body in supine lying.
• It can be wiped clean.
• It can be purchased as a set or by individual parts.

The Onion
The world's first universal T-roll is perfect from paediatrics all the way through to adulthood

All three arms of the Onion can be independently configured to optimize the user's position

 

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Benefits of the HUGGA Sleep System

• Improves function, communication and cognitive skills.
• Users have shown greater participation with the environment.
• Improves user comfort.
• Can reduce or delay muscle contractures and joint problems.
• May reduce the need for corrective surgery.
• Supports the body over an extended period making it more susceptible to corrective forces.
• It is designed for ease of application and position changes.
• It suitable both for children.

The HUGGA demonstrated in supine

The HUGGA Sleep System can offer postural support in both supine and side-lying positions, in adults or children

The HUGGA Sleep System can offer postural support in both supine and side-lying positions, in adults or children

Publications

Useful publications:  

• The Hugga 'Step by Step' User Guide
• The 'Onion'  InformationFlyer
• Hugga Brochure
• Hugga Slide Information
• Hugga Cleaning Instructions

Guide to 24hr Postural Care - additional information on ‘24-hour postural care’ for individuals, families and practitioners. Case studies are included to illustrate how the HUGGA system can benefit individuals.

The OT Magazine - read an independent review of the HUGGA system published in The OT Magazine.
(November / December 2018 [Page 23])

Training for Professionals

We can offer CPD training for healthcare professionals and carers working in hospitals, rehabilitation centres as well as nursing and care homes. Options include shorter training sessions or ‘Training Days’ in which topics can be covered in greater depth.

Training Sessions

We can come to one of your team meetings and provide a free hands-on session which includes how to assess using the HUGGA. If you wish we could provide refreshments and schedule it as a ‘Lunch and Learn’ lasting around an hour.

Training Days

These bring together experts in posture management to cover topics such as:

• The importance of support in the lying position.
• The link between sitting and lying.
• The assessment process.
• Product application and case studies.
• Demonstration of the HUGGA Sleep System and Slide.

To find out more about arranging training for you and your team please call us on 020 8805 2020, or email info@fortunabambach.com

Assessments

Our experienced representatives can offer free assessments to allow you to decide whether the HUGGA will be of benefit.

Please contact us to book in an appointment. You can call us now on 020 8805 2020, or email info@fortunabambach.com

Frequently Asked Questions