Cushions & Seating
Cushions and seating are powered or non-powered devices placed on a wheelchair or other seating surface. They utilize air, fluid, foam, gel, water, wool, or a combination of these components to distribute pressure and reduce friction and shear forces. Their design may improve patient positioning and provide lateral stability. Cushions and seating are available with antibacterial, waterproof, anti-static covers. They are indicated for patients who are chairbound and are at risk for pressure injuries or patients who have an existing wound.
Therapeutic cushions and seating are powered or non-powered devices placed on a wheelchair or other seating surfaces.
Wheelchair or other therapeutic seating surface cushions utilize air, fluid, foam, gel, water, wool or a combination of these components to distribute pressure and reduce friction and shear forces to aid in the prevention of pressure ulcers or treatment of an existing wound.
Therapeutic cushions or seating devices feature the following general performance properties and attributes:
• May improve patient positioning and provide lateral stability
• Available with antibacterial, antimicrobial, waterproof, or anti-static covers
•, May include straps or anti-slip bottom for secure placement of cushion on surface
• Variety of shapes for either sling-seat or solid-seat chairs
• Encourages proper posture
Cushions and seating are indicated for pain relief, pressure redistribution, and reduction of friction and shear forces for patients who are chairbound and are at risk for pressure ulcers or who have an existing wound.
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