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 posture support. It can be a practical choice for patients who are prone to sliding forward while seated or who need frequent hip repositioning in a wheelchair. This version pairs gel cushioning with a breathable stretch nylon cover that is waterproof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch.

Good Fit For

• Wheelchair seating where posture support is needed
• Patients prone to sliding down while seated
• Frequent hip repositioning during seated care

Key Features

• Wedge shape adds posture support for seated patients
• Helps address forward sliding risk while seated
• Supports frequent hip repositioning needs
• Gel cushion design with the added benefit of wedge positioning
• 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 posture support to wheelchair seating
• Helping reduce sliding while a patient is seated
• Supporting repositioning for patients who need frequent hip adjustment

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• This cushion uses a wedge shape, which may suit buyers looking for positioning support rather than a flat seat surface.
• Weight capacity is 275 lbs., so buyers should confirm fit for the intended user.
• The cover is designed for pressure relief and comfort, with a soft-touch stretch surface.

FAQ

• How is this wheelchair cushion different from a standard gel cushion? This Protekt wheelchair cushion adds a wedge shape for posture support, along with the gel cushion design.
• Who may benefit from the wedge design? The wedge shape may help patients who are prone to sliding down while seated and those who require frequent hip repositioning.
• What is the cover made to do? The stretch nylon cover is breathable, waterproof, anti-microbial, and soft to the touch. Its multi-directional stretch design is intended for pressure relief, comfort, and skin protection.
• What size is this cushion? This cushion measures 16 inch x 16 inch x 1-1/2 inch to 3 inch.
• What is the weight capacity? The stated weight capacity is 275 lbs.

From Protekt by Proactive Medical.