Hip Protectors

Hip Protectors Australia – Hip Fracture Prevention for Elderly & Aged Care

Safety and Mobility supplies hip protector garments designed to reduce the risk and severity of hip fracture in the event of a fall, one of the most serious and life-altering injuries for older Australians. Hip fractures are the leading cause of injury death and the most common cause of injury-related loss of independence among people aged 65 and over in Australia, with the majority resulting from low-impact falls from standing height. Hip protectors provide a wearable layer of targeted impact absorption directly over the greater trochanter, the bony prominence most commonly fractured in a sideways fall.

Our hip protector range includes padded shorts and briefs with sewn-in or removable hard or soft shell shields, available in a range of sizes for men and women. Hip protectors are used in aged care facilities, hospitals, and at home, particularly for residents and clients with a history of falls, osteoporosis, low bone density, or impaired balance. Discreet, comfortable designs encourage consistent wear, which is essential for hip protectors to be effective.

As a registered NDIS provider, Safety and Mobility can supply hip protectors to eligible NDIS participants across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do hip protectors actually prevent hip fractures?
Research evidence on hip protectors shows they can reduce the force transmitted to the hip during a fall. Their effectiveness in reducing hip fracture rates in real-world settings is linked closely to consistent wear compliance, hip protectors can only protect against fractures in falls that occur while the garment is being worn. Programs that support consistent daily wear show the best outcomes. An Australian clinical guideline review or falls specialist can advise on their role in an individual fall prevention plan.

2. Are hip protectors comfortable enough to wear all day?
Modern hip protector designs have improved significantly in comfort, discretion, and breathability. Soft shell designs use flexible energy-absorbing foam shields that are more comfortable for full-day wear than earlier hard-shell designs. Sizing correctly and choosing a style that suits the individual's preferences (e.g. brief, shorts, or over-garment style) supports better daily compliance.