Dynamic Systems Inc.
Laminar
The Laminar is made of viscoelastic
polyurethane gel foam (Pudgee) on top of
open-cell viscoelastic polyurethane foam
(Sunmate), with a removable, washable
stretch-fabric; waterproof Dartex; or
Stretch-4 cover. Available in 16", 18" and
20" widths and 16", 18" and 20" depths, the
Laminar has an unlimited weight capacity.
An optional non-halogenated fire retardant
can be added to the SunMate layer for extra
protection. Other options include generic
contouring and a Dureflex waterproof film.
The Laminar was designed for wheelchair
users at high risk of pressure injuries or skin
breakdown.
Meridian
The Meridian, with its E2624/E2625 coding,
is designed for clients at a high risk of skin
breakdown who also require symmetrical
positioning support, including prevention
of posterior pelvic tilt. The Meridian is an
adjustable, self-inflating, dual-chambered
multi-stiffness foam and air cushion with
dual valves. Wave contoured, closed-cell
bases are available for added postural
positioning; a closed-cell Wedge is also an
option. The Meridian is available in widths
from 12" to 24" and depths from 14" to
20" and has a weight capacity of 750 lbs.
Choose from a tailored mesh or incontinence
cushion cover.
ROHO, Inc.
Hybrid Elite SR
The Hybrid Elite Single Compartment
cushion is now Sensor Ready and compatible
with ROHO’s Smart Check feedback
system. The Hybrid Elite SR is an adjustable,
air-filled wheelchair support system that
combines the ROHO Dry Floatation cellular
design with a contoured foam base. It’s
built to conform to a client’s seated shape
in the pelvic loading area to provide skin/soft tissue protection, positioning and an
environment to facilitate wound healing.
Smart Check can assist its user by saving an
inflation range during cushion setup, then
checking the cushion to make sure inflation
remains within the saved range.
Quantum Rehab
Synergy Spectrum Foam
This HCPCS-coded E2607/E2608 cushion
is constructed of viscoelastic foam with
a four-way-stretch standard cushion
cover. Available in widths from 10" to 32" and depths from 10" to 28", the Synergy
Spectrum Foam is sized to fit a large range
of your wheelchair users, from pediatric to
adult and bariatric (thanks to the cushion’s
650-lb. weight capacity). The Synergy
Spectrum Foam is 3" high and designed to
provide positioning support and skin protection.
Available options include an incontinence
cover and a solid seat insert.
JUNIOR Cushions & Back Supports
Kids are not just miniature adults, which is why VARILITE used
anthropometric data to create its JUNIOR line of seat cushions
and back supports for active users. Seat cushions are available in a
10x10" size using Air-Foam Floatation. Back supports come in Mid
or Deep configurations in
a 10" size that fits chairs
measuring 9" to 11". Backs
use Air-Foam Floatation with
pediatric-specific VariLock
hardware.
Ride Designs
Java Cushion
Built to aid in the reduction of pressure and tissue deformation, the Java cushion’s patented contour redistributes forces of pressure and shear from high-risk areas, while selectively applying the forces to more tolerant areas to help decrease long-term skin risk. The lightweight cushion is also engineered to help skin stay cooler and drier, while improving sitting stability.
An ATP & Clinician Best Pick of 2016:
We’ve been seeing
a lot of success
with this cushion
for users of all sorts of diagnoses, such as spinal cord injury, multiple
sclerosis and even Alzheimer’s. It does a wonderful job of protecting
the skin by offloading bony prominences and improving air circulation,
and it promotes upright sitting by preventing posterior pelvic
tilt. For fans of Ride custom seating, this is the off-the-shelf cushion
we’ve been waiting for!
— Desmond Wiles, ATP/SMS, Numotion
Reflex Cushion
A non-adjustable cushion for
clients at moderate risk of skin
breakdown, the Reflex offers
air-foam floatation that does not
need adjustment. A built-in air-release
device lets some air out, and
the fixed amount of immersion
prevents bottoming out while
conforming to the client’s body
for pressure distribution, comfort
and stability. Reflex automatically
reinflates when the client moves
off of it. In Widths and depths
starting at 12", and up to 20".
Comfort Company
Embrace ATI
An ATP & Clinician Best Pick of 2016:
I like the Embrace
ATI to accommodate
mild/moderate
obliquities that can
be adjusted, but will
stay in the desired position. I also like the simple option of covers.
— Matt Wattenbarger, PT/ATP, Numotion
Ride Designs
Forward Cushion
Ride’s Forward cushion is
designed for wheelchair users
seeking comfort, greater sitting
stability, improved skin outcomes
and protection from incontinence
or spill accidents. The Forward
cushion surrounds the pelvis
with supportive contours while
reducing pressure around at-risk
bony prominences. This helps
to improve postural control and
balance without sacrificing skin
protection. The Forward is HCPCS
coded E2607.
Evolution Cushion
An ATP & Clinician Best Pick of 2016:
When all else fails and we trial the Evolution cushion, it almost always
comes up big. A foam and air cushion, the Evolution does not require
a hand pump because it fills itself when the valve is opened and the
foam expands. Sit on it, open
the valve, let out air, close the
valve and you have a “custom
contoured” seat cushion that is
very lightweight. Excellent for
use on an ultralight chair when
trying to reduce as much weight
as possible.
— Chuck Hepler, ATP, Numotion