This shield is suitable for patient or practitioner. A flexible 60 cm high x 70 cm wide protective curtain is height adjustable from 85 to 120 cm by virtue of a spring assisted telescopic column. Compact shield can be used to provide protection to patient or practitioner. Height adjustment is spring assisted between 85 cm and 120 cm for ease of use. A telescopic column supports a flexible 60 cm high x 70 cm wide 0.5 mm Pb curtain which can be locked at any height. A version with an additional 70 cm wide flexible curtain fixed at a low level is also available.