Key Features
- High density foam
- Water-based gel
- Available in Polyester and Lower Shear II covers
- For use with wheelchair
Wedge Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion
Wedge Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion is recommended for those who need to lean back in the wheelchair for a better sitting posture and to reduce sliding.
ERGONOMIC WEDGE DESIGN: The Skil-Care Wedge Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion features an ergonomic wedge shape, promoting proper posture and pelvic alignment, crucial for wheelchair users. This design helps in reducing the risk of slouching and pressure sores.
PRESSURE RELIEF AND COMFORT: Made with high-density foam, the cushion offers effective pressure relief and comfort. It's ideal for individuals spending extended periods in a wheelchair, ensuring support and reducing fatigue.
- Soft Foundation vs. Firm foundation:Ā Firm foundation will eliminate pressure more effectively to prevent pressure sores.
- Why Choose a Cover:Ā Covers will protect the cushion from wear and tear, as well as incontinence. They are also soft to the touch.
- Polyester Cover vs. Low Shear II Cover:Ā Polyester is a knitted fabric that stretches to reduce skin-damaging shear forces. The Low Shear II fabric is a 2-way stretch, breathable polyurethane with a laminated polyester coating that reduces skin-damaging shear forces.
STABLE AND SECURE SEATING: The wedge design not only aids in posture but also provides stability, preventing forward sliding in the wheelchair. This enhances the safety and security of the user while seated.
DURABLE AND EASY-TO-CLEAN COVER: The cushion is encased in a durable cover that's easy to clean, promoting hygiene and prolonging the cushion's life. The cover's design also minimizes skin friction, adding to the overall comfort.
SAFETY FEATURES: Wedge Foam Wheelchair Cushion includes tie cords that secure the wedge to the wheelchair frame. These cords must be secured in order to prevent the wedge from slipping off the wheelchair seat.
Skil-Care Specializes In:Ā 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
- Water-based gel lowers interface pressure and cools to eliminate perspiration
- High-density foam provides comfort and reduces pressure
- Firm foundation eliminates pressureĀ caused by sling-seats
- Promotes better sitting posture
- Reduces sliding
- Polyester cover removes for easy laundering
- Safety strap secures cushion to wheelchair
Application: Wheelchair Wedge Seat Cushion
Inflation Type: Noninflatable
Material: Gel-Foam
Securing Method: Tie Fastening
Size: Standard
Caution:
ā¢ Skil-Care wedges are not restraints. Wedges are not intended to prevent patients from leaving wheelchairs. The determination as the appropriateness of any SkilCare wedge for a specific patient is the responsibility of the facility and its professional and medical staff.
ā¢ Wedged Foam Wheelchair Cushion users should be checked regularly and repositioned to assure proper alignment and sitting posture.
Product Care Instructions:
ā¢ Polyester covers may be laundered and dried at temperatures up 180Ā°C). Bleach is not recommended. The Low-Shear cover may be wiped clean, or it may be removed for laundering.
ā¢ Do not launder foam. Polyester covers must be removed from wedges before laundering. Do not use bleach.
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