HipSaver Activs Soft Hip Protector Shorts

HipSaver Activs Soft Hip Pro​tector Shorts for Hip Protection during Hot Weather  

HipSaver Activs Shorts are short fleecy padded hip protector shorts with HipSaver airPas sewn in over the hips and the coccyx. HipSaver airPads are soft encapsulated foam pads used in HipSaver soft hip protectors that protect fragile hips from the effects of falling.  

HipSaver Activs Shorts hip protector shorts can be worn during hot weather, while gardening or when on exotic sunshine holidays.

HipSaver Activs Shorts hip protector shorts provide protection to the hips and to the tailbone, whilst allowing the sunlight to reach the skin for the synthesis of vitamin D that is of paramount importance to healthy bones and to overall health.

HipSaver Activs Shorts hip protector shorts are available in 5 hip sizes and in 2 colours (navy and grey). You can choose shorts with protective hip pads only or for added extra confidence you can elect to choose those with hip pads and coccyx protectors. The shorts are suitable for men and women.

HipSaver Activs Short - perfect for all kinds of physical and recreational activities in the sun!

HipSaver Activs Shorts Soft Hip Protector sizes

For the best fit measure around the hips at the top of thighs at the level of great trochanter.

  1. X Small (XS): 70 – 81 cm / 28 – 31 inches
  2. Small (S): 82 – 92 cm / 32 – 35 inches
  3. Medium (M): 93 – 102 cm / 36 – 39 inches
  4. Large (L): 103 – 114 cm / 40 – 44 inches
  5. X Large (XL): 115 – 127 cm / 45 – 50 inches

HipSaver airPads are permanently sewn into the HipSaver garments for good positioning, when dressing and worn and for convenience during laundry.

"When used in institutions, it is recommended that the hip protector shields are sewn into the underwear to reduce staff effort and time." Ian D. Cameron, Assoc. Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Sidney, Australia. British Medical Journal 16 February 2002    

Fabric composition: 100% polyester

Please note that HipSaver Activs Hip Protector Shorts are single user personal protective garments.

HipSaver Activs Shorts - your choice of hip protection during activity-filled holidays and hot weather days days in your garden! 

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UK Shipping Schedule and Costs

UK delivery speed and cost are selectable in the Checkout. All orders are shipped in plain discreet packaging.

  • UK Regular Delivery (£5.50 + VAT):
    Delivery in 2 - 3 working days. Orders must be received before 2 pm (Monday – Friday).
  • UK Next Day by Courier (£7.50 + VAT):
    Next Day Delivery by Courier for orders received before 2 pm on working days (Monday to Friday) - expect delivery on next working day (Monday to Friday).  
  • UK Free Delivery Option for online only orders of £75.00 excluding VAT or more:
    UK Free Delivery Option for online only orders of £75.00 excluding VAT or more is free and takes approximately 3 - 4 working days.
  • UK Saturday Delivery (£21.66 + VAT):
    Saturday Delivery applies only to the UK Mainland Only. Saturday Delivery Orders must be placed before 2 pm on the Friday. Orders received after 2 pm on Friday will be delivered on Saturday on following week.    

Overseas Shipping Schedule

  • Overseas deliveries take approximately 7 - 14 working days depending on destination.
  • Shipping costs depend on the type of goods and the delivery address.
  • Cost of shipping is shown in the Checkout prior to the completion of the purchase.
  • VAT is removed automatically from all purchases for deliveries outside the EU.
  • Goods of value below £135 (Euros 150) to be shipped to countries of the EU are charged VAT at the rate of relevant EU destination country and shipped uder the IOSS scheme. 
  • We do not currently ship the goods over £135 / Euros 150 value to the EU countries.      

 

For the best fit measure around the hips at the top of thighs at the level of great trochanter.

1.    X Small (XS): 70 – 81 cm / 28 – 31 inches
2.    Small (S): 82 – 92 cm / 32 – 35 inches
3.    Medium (M): 93 – 102 cm / 36 – 39 inches
4.    Large (L): 103 – 114 cm / 40 – 44 inches
5.    X Large (XL): 115 – 127 cm / 45 – 50 inches6

 

  1. HipSaver Activs Shorts with 2 sewn-in protective pads: Single pack includes one HipSaver Activs Shorts with 2 sewn-in protective airPads at the trochanters (i.e. hip bones).
  2. HipSaver Activs Shorts TailBone with 3 sewni-in protective pads: Single pack includes HipSaver Activs Shorts TailBone with 2 sewn-in protective airPads at the trochanters (i.e. hip bones) and 1 pad over coccyx (i.e. tailbone).  

VAT exemption is available, when purchased for personal use by people with relevant chronic conditions. VAT relief declaration must be completed online at the time of purchase.