Proactive Medical Protekt™ Foam Wedge Wheelchair Cushion

Protekt™ Foam Wedge Wheelchair Cushion

The Protekt Foam Wedge Wheelchair Cushion is a foam wheelchair cushion with a wedge shape for posture support. It can be a practical choice for seating situations where patients are prone to sliding down or need frequent hip repositioning while seated. The cushion pairs foam construction with a breathable stretch nylon cover that is waterproof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch.

Good Fit For

• Wheelchair seating where added posture support is needed
• Patients prone to sliding down while seated
• Seating setups that require frequent hip repositioning

Key Features

• Wedge-shaped cushion adds posture support while seated
• Helps address sliding in the chair for patients prone to moving downward
• Supports frequent hip repositioning needs
• Foam construction for wheelchair seating use
• Breathable stretch nylon cover is waterproof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch
• Multi-directional stretch cover helps relieve pressure on bony prominences and supports skin protection

Applications and Usage

• Adding wedge support to a wheelchair seat
• Helping improve seated positioning for patients who slide forward
• Supporting hip repositioning during seated care routines

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• This cushion uses a wedge shape, which may suit positioning goals differently than a flat wheelchair cushion
• The product details focus on seated posture support and repositioning support in wheelchair use
• Weight capacity is 500 lbs.

FAQ

• How does this wheelchair cushion differ from a standard foam cushion? This wheelchair cushion adds a wedge shape for posture support. That shape may be helpful for patients who tend to slide down while seated or who need frequent hip repositioning.
• Is the cover suitable for comfort and pressure relief? Yes. The stretch nylon cover is described as breathable, soft to the touch, and designed for pressure relief and comfort.
• Does the cover help with moisture protection? Yes. The cover is waterproof.
• What seating concerns is this cushion intended to address? The Protekt Foam Wedge Wheelchair Cushion is intended to support posture, enhance safety for patients prone to sliding down while seated, and assist with frequent hip repositioning.
• What is the weight capacity? The stated weight capacity is 500 lbs.

From Protekt by Proactive Medical.