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.
Invacare
Matrx Flovair Contour
The Invacare Matrx Flovair Contour cushion
is designed to provide pelvic stability, pressure
management, leg positioning and pressure
relief to wheelchair clients living with
skin-integrity issues. The moisture-resistant,
zippered inner cushion cover easily wipes
clean for quick and convenient maintenance
for consumer or caregivers. The zippered
inner cover design also helps ATPs and clinicians
who need to access the Matrx Flovair
Contour to make seating modifications in
clinical or provider settings.
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
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
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".
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
Blue Chip Medical Products Inc.
GRZ Cushion
The GRZ is a dynamic self-adjusting air bladder
system consisting of three individual air cell
chambers that work to redistribute pressure
and adjust to the user’s body weight and
position. For wheelchair users at moderate
to high risk of skin breakdown who also need
significant postural support, the GRZ enables
therapists to offer proper alignment and trunk
stability and to adjust for pelvic obliquities.
The GRZ accomplishes all this without needing
pumps or adjustments. An adjustable strap
secures the cushion to the chair for safety. The
GRZ is 4" thick and is available in 16", 17", 18",
20", 22" and 24" widths. It’s coded E2622 and
E2623.
Evolution PSV Wave
Designed for wheelchair users who are at high
risk of tissue breakdown, the Evolution PSV
Wave is an adjustable skin-protection seat
cushion with a solid positioning base and is
available in three styles (Contoured Positioning
Wedge, Lateral Positioning base or Contoured
Positioning Base). The cushion has an Air-Foam
Floatation construction, a Pressure Setting
Valve (PSV) and a base composed of closed-cell
foam. Seat widths are available from 12" to 24",
with depths from 14" to 20". Choose a mesh
or an incontinence-style cover. The Evolution
Wave is also available in a standard valve