Medline Cushion, Wheelchair, Wedge Gel, For 18x16

Cushion, Wheelchair, Wedge Gel, For 18x16

This wheelchair wedge gel cushion is a therapeutic seat cushion for 18 x 16 wheelchairs. It fits buyers looking to help reduce forward sliding while adding pressure relief for seating in care settings or home use. The cushion pairs a wedge design with two layers of high-density foam, a four-section gel pack, a fluid-proof antimicrobial stretch cover, and a non-skid bottom with strap.

Good Fit For

• Wheelchairs sized for 18 x 16 seating
• Seating setups where forward sliding is a concern
• Care environments that need a fluid-proof cushion cover
• Users who need a cushion that stays positioned more securely

Key Features

• Wedge design helps prevent users from sliding forward in the wheelchair
• Four-section gel pack helps relieve pressure during seated use
• Two layers of high-density foam create a stable foundation
• ShearX all-way stretch cover helps reduce skin shear
• Cover is antimicrobial and fluid-proof for easier care-area use
• Non-skid bottom and securing strap help keep the cushion in place

Applications and Usage

• Adding a therapeutic cushion to an 18 x 16 wheelchair
• Helping limit forward sliding during seated wheelchair use
• Supporting pressure-relief seating needs
• Using in care settings where a fluid-proof, antimicrobial cover is preferred

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Confirm the wheelchair seat size matches 18 x 16 before ordering.
• This cushion uses a wedge profile, which may change seated positioning compared with a flat cushion.
• The securing strap and non-skid bottom are helpful when cushion movement is a concern.

FAQ

• What wheelchair size does this cushion fit? This wheelchair wedge gel cushion is sized for 18 x 16 wheelchairs.
• How does the cushion help with positioning? The wedge design helps prevent the user from sliding forward in the wheelchair.
• What kind of pressure-relief construction does it use? The cushion uses a four-section gel pack for pressure relief along with two layers of high-density foam for support.
• Will the cushion stay in place on the chair? Yes. The cushion has a non-skid bottom and a strap to help hold it in place.
• What is the cover like? The cover is a ShearX all-way stretch cover that helps reduce skin shear and is antimicrobial and fluid-proof.

From Wedge by Medline.