Proactive Medical Protekt™ Gel Wedge Wheelchair Cushion

Protekt™ Gel Wedge Wheelchair Cushion

The Protekt Gel Wedge Wheelchair Cushion is a gel wheelchair cushion with a wedge shape for added posture support. It is a practical choice for seated patients who are prone to sliding forward or who need frequent hip repositioning. The cushion pairs pressure relief and comfort with a breathable stretch nylon cover that is water-proof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch.

Good Fit For

• Wheelchair seating where forward sliding is a concern
• Patients needing frequent hip repositioning
• Care settings focused on seated posture support

Key Features

• Wedge shape adds posture support for seated patients
• Helps improve safety for patients prone to sliding down while seated
• Supports patients who require frequent hip repositioning
• Gel cushion design offers pressure relief and comfort
• Breathable stretch nylon cover is water-proof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch
• Multi-directional stretch cover helps alleviate pressure on bony prominences and supports skin protection

Applications and Usage

• Adding wedge-based posture support in a wheelchair
• Reducing sliding risk for patients while seated
• Supporting routine hip repositioning during seated care

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• This cushion is intended for wheelchair seating and emphasizes posture support through its wedge shape.
• The product details note a 275 lbs. weight capacity.
• Buyers comparing wheelchair cushions may want to confirm that the wedge profile matches the user's seating and repositioning needs.

FAQ

• How does this wheelchair cushion differ from a standard gel cushion? This Protekt Gel Wedge Wheelchair Cushion adds a wedge shape for posture support. That design can help patients who tend to slide down while seated and those who need frequent hip repositioning.
• Who may benefit from the wedge shape? The wedge shape may be helpful for seated patients who are prone to sliding forward or who need added support during hip repositioning.
• What is the cover like? The cover is a high-performance stretch nylon material that is breathable, water-proof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch.
• Does the cover help with pressure relief? Yes. The multi-directional stretch cover is designed to alleviate pressure on bony prominences and provide skin protection.
• What weight capacity is noted for this cushion? The stated weight capacity is 275 lbs.

From Protekt by Proactive Medical.