Cushions

Types of wheelchair and pressure care cushions

• Foam cushions suit people with low risk of skin breakdown who want comfort and stability, such as the Stealth Simplicity, Comfort Curve, Jay Low Zone Eco and the Forté Sonnet 2-Core.
• Foam with gel or fluid adds skin protection and positioning, such as the Jay Low Zone Gel Switch, Jay Union, Jay Fusion and Jay J2 Deep Contour.
• Air cell cushions spread pressure for people at high risk of pressure injuries. See the ROHO Quadtro Select and Single Compartment cushions.
• Vicair cushions use small air-filled cells for skin protection and stability, such as the Vicair Adjuster O2, Active O2 and Vector O2.
• Air-foam cushions from Varilite combine air and foam, such as the Reflex, Evolution and Meridian.
• Bariatric cushions: the Sonnet Bariatric Cushion.
• Sheepskin and overlays for chairs and beds, such as Medical Sheepskin Overlays (AS4480.1, machine washable) and the Day Chair Overlay.
• Back supports such as the Varilite Icon range, and positioning cushions such as the Reform Knee Support Cushion.
• Everyday seat cushions: the iCare Seat Cushion and Premium Comfort Cushion for chairs and cars.

How to choose a wheelchair cushion

• Skin risk: people at higher risk of pressure injuries usually need air, fluid or air-foam cushions rather than plain foam.
• Posture and stability: contoured cushions help keep the pelvis and thighs in position.
• Size: match the cushion to the wheelchair seat width and depth.
• Daily care: air cushions need regular pressure checks; foam needs less upkeep.

For anyone at risk of pressure injuries, an occupational therapist or physiotherapist should assess and recommend the cushion. NovitaTech is an NDIS registered provider, and our Mobility and Seating team can trial cushions with you at Hindmarsh in Adelaide.

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