HUG-U-VAC Surgical Positioning System

The Gold Standard in OR Patient Positioning — Trusted by Veterinary Surgeons for Over 25 Years

Designed by a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist. Used by Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons. Proven in surgical and dental environments worldwide.

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Still Wrestling With Outdated Positioning Gear?

Every minute your team spends fumbling with inadequate positioners costs you money — and puts your patients at risk.

Antiquated positioning devices lead to:

  • Unstable patient positioning - causes dangerous intraoperative shifts
  • Poor surgical exposure - longer, more difficult procedures
  • Pressure sores - hard, inflexible surfaces during long cases
  • Slow turnover times - eat into your daily case volume
  • Overworked staff - spending time on avoidable positioning corrections
These problems have EVERYTHING to do with the patient positioners you use.
Veterinary Patient Positioning

Why HUG-U-VAC? Because Every Second in the OR Counts.

HUG-U-VAC positioners are vacuum-moldable and conform quickly and precisely to each patient's unique anatomy — locking them safely in position with 3 simple steps.

The result:

  • Less time positioning
  • Less time correcting
  • Better surgical outcomes

What HUG-U-VAC Delivers for Your Practice

Increased Profitability

Your OR overhead runs $8–$9 per minute — roughly $500 per hour. Cutting just 30 minutes per case generates massive daily savings.

  • Shortens setup time
  • Shortens surgery time
  • Directly boosts your bottom line
25+
Years as the Gold Standard
$500/hr.
Average OR Overhead Cost
30 min
Avg. Surgery Time Saved Per Case

Maximize Case Volume

  • Decrease setup time - a 3-step positioning process
  • Streamline case turnover - minimize downtime between procedures
  • Optimize staff time - simple training, easy operation
  • Enables staff efficiency - less manual repositioning required

Never Compromise Patient Care

OR efficiency shouldn't come at a cost to the patient. HUG-U-VAC positioners are engineered to protect patients throughout every case:

  • Tissue-friendly materials - prevent pressure sores
  • Gentle, secure limb restraints - won't damage tissue
  • Radiolucent design - fully compatible with X-ray and CT scans
  • Ideal for long cases where positioning stability is critical
HUG-U-VAC Positioning System

HUG-U-VAC Positioners for Every Procedure

Body Positioners – the Gold Standard for:

  • General Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Imaging – Secure precise positioning for Xray and CT

  • MRI Safe – our MRI Safe HUG-U-VAC models provide precise anatomical positioning for MRI

Head Positioner

  • Ophthalmology – designed with a Veterinary Ophthalmologist.

  • Dental – secure head positioning that speeds up your procedures

How HUG-U-VAC Works — 3 Simple Steps

No complicated setup. No specialized expertise required. Your team will be fully proficient from day one.

  • 1 Place the patient on the positioner in the desired surgical position.
  • 2 Approximate the sides of the positioner to the lateral aspects of the patient.
  • 3 Evacuate the positioner using suction. Done.
How HUG-U-VAC Works
That’s it. The positioner instantly molds to the patient’s exact anatomy, locking them securely in position for the entire procedure.

Watch the short instructional video to see HUG-U-VAC in action.

What Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeons Are Saying

✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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I have been using the HUG-U-VAC patient positioning system for over 10 years, and it remains one of the most essential tools in my operating room. Proper patient positioning is fundamental to delivering optimal care and achieving the best possible surgical outcomes, and this system has consistently helped me meet those standards.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, 10+ Years HUG-U-VAC User
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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As a surgery residency director, I emphasize to all of my surgical trainees the critical importance of correct patient positioning prior to every procedure. The HUG-U-VAC system allows for precise, stable positioning, ensuring both safety and consistency across a wide range of cases. It significantly enhances patient comfort by minimizing dangerous pressure points — especially important during longer procedures.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon & Surgery Residency Director
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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In my experience, effective positioning with the HUG-U-VAC has improved overall surgical efficiency by reducing intraoperative adjustments and shortening procedure times. This translates directly into smoother workflows and a higher level of patient care.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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I routinely treat patients of varying sizes, shapes, and anatomical needs. The ability to customize positioning for each individual patient is invaluable, and the HUG-U-VAC system excels in providing that flexibility.
Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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I confidently recommend this patient positioning system to any surgeon seeking to enhance patient safety, comfort, and surgical efficiency.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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I have been using the HUG-U-VAC patient positioning system for over 10 years, and it remains one of the most essential tools in my operating room. Proper patient positioning is fundamental to delivering optimal care and achieving the best possible surgical outcomes, and this system has consistently helped me meet those standards.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, 10+ Years HUG-U-VAC User
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
“
As a surgery residency director, I emphasize to all of my surgical trainees the critical importance of correct patient positioning prior to every procedure. The HUG-U-VAC system allows for precise, stable positioning, ensuring both safety and consistency across a wide range of cases. It significantly enhances patient comfort by minimizing dangerous pressure points — especially important during longer procedures.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon & Surgery Residency Director
✓ Verified Veterinary Professional
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In my experience, effective positioning with the HUG-U-VAC has improved overall surgical efficiency by reducing intraoperative adjustments and shortening procedure times. This translates directly into smoother workflows and a higher level of patient care.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Calculate Your Savings: The HUG-U-VAC ROI Case

Your OR overhead cost is approximately $8–$9 per minute — that’s around $500 per hour. Here’s what HUG-U-VAC means for your practice:

Saving just 30 minutes per case × 4 cases per day = 2 hours of overhead recovered ≈ $1,000 saved daily.

Get the Economic Analysis “Perioperative Veterinary Facility Savings”

Ready to Optimize Your OR?

Join the surgeons who’ve made HUG-U-VAC the cornerstone of their operating rooms for over 25 years. Safer patients. Faster procedures. More profitable cases.

Questions? Contact our team for personalized guidance on the right positioner set for your needs.
HUG-U-VAC Packages

Choose the Right HUG-U-VAC Set for Your Practice

HUG-U-VAC positioners are adaptable for every type of case and every patient size. We offer 5 body positioners and 1 head positioner — available individually or as complete sets.

HUG-U-VAC Packages

Individual
Positioner

Choose any single body or head positioner for targeted needs.
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Companion Set ★
Popular

Includes:
  • 3 Body Positioners
  • 1 Head Positioner
  • 1 Manual Vacuum Pump
  • 1 Duffel Bag
  • 1 Patch Kit
  • 12 Limb Restraints
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Complete Set ★
Best Value

Includes:
  • 5 Body Positioners
  • 1 Head Positioner
  • 1 Manual Vacuum Pump
  • 1 Duffel Bag
  • 1 Patch Kit
  • 20 Limb Restraints
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HUG-U-VAC
Head Positioner

Usage:
  • Ophthalmology – designed with a Veterinary Ophthalmologist.
  • Dental – secure head positioning that speeds up your procedures.
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