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Step 3: Choose the Best Cushion Design
Advanced
Signifi cant pressure redistribution
for highest risk patients or those
with pressure ulcers. Will address
positioning needs. May be adjustable
to meet individual patient needs.
Moderate
Helps redistribute pressure for
those at risk for pressure ulcers.
May also help with positioning needs.
Basic
Adds comfort for lower risk
seated individuals.
Step 1: Choose the Level of Pressure Redistribution
Air Cell Cushion
Typically provides the most advanced
pressure redistribution. These cushions
are adjustable to meet the individual
needs of each patient. Redistribute pres-
sure very well by distributing weight
evenly. Tracks patient movements and
adjusts to patient’s body contours,
reducing pressure points.
Gel & Foam Cushion
Typically provides moderate to advanced
pressure redistribution. Most common
design is gel sacks placed between high-
er quality foams. Gel sacks separated
into quadrants perform best by keep-
ing gel focused under problem areas to
reduce pressure. Also designed to reduce
shear and heat.
Foam Cushion
Most economical material. Typically used
for comfort through moderate pressure
redistribution. Different density foams
can be used to address patient comfort,
including more expensive visco elastic
memory foams. Different cut patterns
are often used to prevent shear and help
reduce pressure.
Step 2: Choose the Type of Cushion Material
Flat Cushions
Sometimes referred to as a zero
elevation cushion, it has the same
thickness across the entire cush-
ion. Can be used for comfort or
pressure redistribution.
Wedge Cushions
Thicker in the front and angling
down to a thinner back, it pro-
vides support, stability and
pressure redistribution for active
users that tend to slide forward.
Pommel Cushions
Abducts legs to reduce skin
shear and pressure. Provides
proper alignment to reduce hip
rotation. Can be used on a fl at
or wedge cushion.
Contour Cushions
Sometimes referred to as a
saddle cushion, it emphasizes
proper positioning and leg align-
ment while reducing hip rotation.
Provides pressure redistribution
and comfort by increasing
seating area.
Anti-Thrust Cushions
Has a one inch shelf in the
middle to reduce thrusting and sliding
forward. Helps reduce sacral sitting.
Low profi le front minimizes leg elevation.
Back Cushions
Provides comfort, support and cushioning on
back and spine. Helps redistribute pressure
while eliminating the hammock effect of a
sling back.
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