Key Features
- Improves wheelchair positioning with lateral support
- Enhanced comfort & pressure relief
- With two gel packs
This solid back support comes with optional gel packs to provide either a lumbar or lateral support.
Skil-Care Lateral Lumbar Support with Vinyl Cover is designed to perform three functions: to provide lateral support for left- and/or right-leaning wheelchair users, to reduce pressure and discomfort in the lumbar area, and also to reduce pressure caused by the hammocking of the wheelchair backrest.
Customizable Support: The Skil-Care Lateral Lumbar Support allows for versatile positioning with two gel packs. Position them vertically to reduce left or right leaning, or place one horizontally to provide targeted lumbar support, catering to individual needs.
Enhanced Comfort & Pressure Relief: Designed with firm back support, this cushion redistributes pressure caused by backrest hammocking, offering improved comfort for wheelchair users. It reduces discomfort in the lumbar area and provides essential lateral support for better positioning.
Universal Fit: This support easily secures to any 16-inch or 18-inch wheelchair, geri-chair, or utility chair, making it a versatile solution for various seating arrangements. The hook and loop straps ensure precise placement and easy adjustment.
Durable & Easy to Clean: The support and gel packs are covered in wipe-clean vinyl, ensuring easy maintenance and long-lasting durability. An optional cloth cover is also available for additional comfort and easy care.
Skil-Care Specializes In: Bed and wheelchair positioning, mattresses, skin protection, gait and transfer assistance, exercise, bariatric accessories, sensory stimulation, physical restraints and numerous other products that are essential.
Product Highlights
- Position two gel packs vertically to reduce left/right leaning
- Position one gel pad horizontally to provide lumbar support
- Firm back support distributes pressure caused by backrest hammocking
- Gel packs and backrest are covered in wipe-clean vinyl
- Secures to any 16-inch or 18-inch wheelchair, geri-chair or utility chair
- Hook and loop straps ensure easy, precise placement and adjustment.
Purpose
Skil-Care’s Lateral/Lumbar Support is designed to perform three functions:
- Provide lateral support for left- and/or right-leaning wheelchair users;
- Reduce pressure and discomfort in the lumbar area; and
- Reduce pressure caused by the hammocking of the wheelchair
backrest.
Instructions
1. Place back support over the wheelchair backrest with Velcro strips in vertical position and buckles at top of backrest.
2. Bring straps through the space between the wheelchair seat and backrest. Secure closures and tighten straps.
3. For lateral support, secure both gel packs as shown.
4. For lumbar support, secure one gel pack as shown. Make certain that the gel pack is properly positioned in the wheelchair user’s lumbar region.
Note: Whether use for lateral or lumbar support, the firm back support will reduce pressure on the back by eliminating the hammocking effect of the wheelchair’s backrest.
Easy Care
The back support and gel packs may be cleaned using a spray-type cleaner and damp cloth. A mild, non-chlorine disinfectant may also be used.
Optional Cloth Cover
After placing gel packs in lateral or lumbar support positions, slip the optional cloth cover over the backrest (zipper at the bottom). Before closing zipper, thread straps through the openings at the top and bottom. The cloth cover may be cleaned using a spray-type cleaner and damp cloth. A mild, non-chlorine disinfectant may also be used.
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