Ribcap Protective Headgear - Fashionable Head Protection for Everyday Life
Head protection shouldn't mean sacrificing dignity or style. Ribcap is the world's first brand in fashionable medical protective headgear - and every cap, beanie, and hat in the range looks exactly like something you'd choose to wear anyway.
Built around patented impact-absorbing foam technology, Ribcap delivers 360-degree head protection that's lightweight, breathable, and comfortable enough to wear all day. The range suits children, adults, and older Australians managing epilepsy, seizure disorders, autism, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's, balance impairments, dementia, and fall risk.
Assistive Tech is an NDIS Registered Provider stocking the full Ribcap range in Australia. Shop below to find the right style for your needs.
Ribcap Baseball Caps - Head Protection That Looks Like a Regular Cap
Ribcap baseball caps look and feel exactly like a standard cap - because that's the point. Inside each cap is a layer of patented impact-absorbing foam that delivers 360-degree head protection without any visible bulk, straps, or clinical look.
The right choice for children and adults who need reliable daily head protection and want to wear it confidently - to school, work, therapy, or anywhere else. Designed for people living with epilepsy, seizure disorders, cerebral palsy, autism, balance disorders, or fall risk.
Lightweight, breathable, and comfortable enough to wear all day indoors and outdoors.
![A woman in a white shirt adjusts the black chin strap of a Ribcap Lenny Beanie Protective Helmet [Marine] by Ribcap. The blue adult knit beanie features a black label, and she gazes slightly left against a plain background.](http://www.assistivetech.com.au/cdn/shop/files/Lenny_Marine_MedicalGradeFashionableHelmet_AdultFemale_Studio_Webres_3.png?v=1758161730&width=2000)
Ribcap Protective Beanies - Soft Head Protection, No Helmet Look
Ribcap protective beanies look like regular knit beanies. Underneath the fabric is flexible impact-absorbing padding that cushions bumps and falls - so your child or loved one is protected without anyone knowing they're wearing head protection.
Ideal for cooler months, indoor use, and everyday wear for people with epilepsy, neurological conditions, balance challenges, or fall risk. Soft, flexible, and comfortable enough to be worn all day without discomfort or self-consciousness.
Available in a range of styles and colours to suit different ages and preferences.
Ribcap Billie - A Protective Bucket Hat for Outdoors and Every Day
The Ribcap Billie is a protective bucket hat that looks just like a regular sun hat - with impact-absorbing foam built into the structured brim and crown for 360-degree head protection wherever you go.
Perfect for outdoor activities, school, therapy sessions, and everyday wear. The Billie is particularly popular for older adults and children who need head protection in warm weather or active environments without the look of a medical device.
Lightweight, breathable, and available in multiple colours.
![An older man with a white beard sleeps on his side, hugging a white pillow and wearing the Ribcap Kate SleepSafe Cap [Black] by Ribcap, dressed in a white t-shirt on white bedding.](http://www.assistivetech.com.au/cdn/shop/files/Ribcap_Kate_6.png?v=1690193260&width=2000)
Ribcap Kate SleepSafe Cap - Protective Headgear for Sleep
The Ribcap Kate is the only Ribcap designed specifically for nighttime use. It protects against head injuries caused by sleepwalking, falling out of bed, or accidental impacts during sleep — providing 360-degree shock-absorbing protection throughout the night.
Unlike daytime Ribcap styles, the Kate has no chin straps. A lightweight, stretchable cotton band holds it securely in place while sleeping, so it stays on comfortably through the night without discomfort or restriction.
Soft micro-perforated polyurethane foam cushions absorb impact, while Coolmax fabric keeps the head cool and dry. BSI tested. Oeko-Tex certified materials. Available in black in small, medium, and large.
The right choice for children and adults with epilepsy, nocturnal seizures, sleepwalking, or any condition where nighttime head injury is a risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Ribcap and how does it protect against head injuries?
What is a Ribcap and how does it protect against head injuries?
A Ribcap is a medical-grade protective helmet designed to look like everyday headwear - including baseball caps, beanies, and bucket hats. Inside each Ribcap is a layer of patented impact-absorbing foam that delivers 360-degree head protection, cushioning the skull against the severity of bumps, falls, and accidental head impacts.
Unlike traditional hard-shell helmets, Ribcap products are soft, lightweight, and breathable - making them suitable for all-day wear. They are CE-marked as medical devices and are designed specifically for people at risk of head injury due to neurological or medical conditions. Ribcap is described as the world's first brand in fashionable medical protective headgear.
Ribcap products are available in Australia through Assistive Tech, an NDIS Registered Provider, at assistivetech.com.au.
Who is Ribcap protective headgear designed for?
Who is Ribcap protective headgear designed for?
Ribcap protective headgear is designed for children and adults who are at increased risk of head injury due to medical conditions, neurological disorders, or age-related balance issues. This includes people living with epilepsy and seizure disorders, cerebral palsy, autism, multiple sclerosis, Tourette syndrome, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, stroke, balance disorders, and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, as well as older adults with fall risk.
Ribcap is also used by families and carers who want their child or loved one to have reliable head protection without the stigma or visibility of a hard helmet. Because Ribcap products look like standard hats, caps, and beanies, they can be worn confidently in school, therapy settings, at home, and in public. Assistive Tech stocks the full Ribcap range in Australia and can assist with NDIS purchases.
What styles of Ribcap protective helmets are available?
What styles of Ribcap protective helmets are available?
Ribcap produces protective headgear in a range of styles designed to suit different ages, preferences, and environments. The current range includes baseball caps (including the Classic Cap and Bowie), beanies (including the Lenny and Iggy), bucket hats (the Billie), and a protective sleep helmet (the Kate, designed for nighttime use). Additional styles include the Fox and Hardy. All styles are available in multiple colours and sizes for children and adults.
Each style uses the same patented impact-absorbing foam technology to deliver 360-degree head protection. The full Ribcap range is available in Australia through Assistive Tech at assistivetech.com.au.
Can Ribcap helmets be used during sleep?
Can Ribcap helmets be used during sleep?
Yes. The Ribcap Kate is specifically designed as a protective sleep helmet for people who are at risk of head injury during the night - including people with nocturnal seizures or nighttime falls. It provides soft, low-profile head protection that is comfortable to wear lying down.
For daytime use, other styles in the Ribcap range - including the baseball caps, beanies, and bucket hats - provide the same patented impact protection in styles suited to active everyday wear. If you are unsure which Ribcap style is appropriate for nighttime versus daytime use, contact the Assistive Tech team at assistivetech.com.au or call 1300 088 222.
How do I choose the right size Ribcap?
How do I choose the right size Ribcap?
Ribcap products are sized by head circumference, measured at the widest point around the head (typically just above the ears and across the forehead). Check the size guide for each Ribcap on our product pages to help match head circumference to the correct size. Sizes are generally available for children and adults.
Getting the right fit is important for both protection and comfort - a Ribcap that is too loose will shift during impact and reduce effectiveness. If you need help selecting the correct size for a child or adult with specific head shape considerations, the Assistive Tech team can assist. Contact us at assistivetech.com.au or call 1300 088 222.
Are Ribcap protective helmets suitable for children?
Are Ribcap protective helmets suitable for children?
Yes. Ribcap produces protective headgear in children's sizes and styles, including the Lenny beanie and baseball cap styles sized for children. Ribcap products are regularly used by children with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, autism, and other neurological conditions where head protection during daily activities, school, and play is recommended by a paediatrician or occupational therapist.
The discreet, everyday appearance of Ribcap headgear is particularly valued for children and teenagers, as it allows them to wear head protection without drawing attention to their disability - supporting dignity, confidence, and social inclusion. Assistive Tech stocks children's Ribcap styles in Australia and can help with sizing and NDIS purchasing.
Can Ribcap helmets be purchased using NDIS funding?
Can Ribcap helmets be purchased using NDIS funding?
Yes. Ribcap protective headgear is eligible for NDIS funding for participants whose plan includes Low Cost Assistive Technology for Personal Care and Safety. Consider your functional goals around safety, daily living, community participation, or fall prevention and your NDIS Plan prior to purchase.
Assistive Tech is an NDIS Registered Provider supplying the full Ribcap range to NDIS participants across Australia. We can provide product information, quotes, and NDIS-compliant invoicing to support the purchase process.
To place an NDIS order or discuss funding options, visit assistivetech.com.au/pages/ndis-ordering, call 1300 088 222, or email support@assistivetech.com.au.