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They provide skin protection, stability and comfort while using your mobility device. Finding the right cushion, back support and accessories does not have to be a challenge. Between ROHO® and Comfort seating and positioning products, we offer options for your specific needs.
When selecting a seat cushion, back support or wheelchair, the Clinical Practice Guideline* recommends that the products:
*2019 Clinical Practice Guideline International Guideline
FACT: Cushions can be made of foam, air (flowing air or non-flowing air), or be a combination of these materials (hybrid foam/air or foam/gel).
ROHO® offers a unique air cell design that allows air to flow between the cells providing pressure redistribution and stability. The concept of DRY FLOATATION(r) is the capability of the cushion to conform and adapt to the body’s shape, mimicking the pressure redistribution properties of water. ROHO cushions let you in, match your shape, move with you and work with you (not against you).
Vicair® technology uses tetrahedron shaped SmartCells(r) that are filled with non-flowing air. Each Vicair cushion is filled with hundreds of these SmartCells that are virtually indestructible, require few adjustments, conform to the body's contours and provide pressure redistribution. Stability is achieved as the cells do not migrate from the cushion’s compartments, move with minimal friction, resemble viscous fluid, and allow the cushion to adapt to the body.
Hybrid cushions are a combination of either foam and air or foam and gel. Typically, a High Resiliency (HR) foam base is used as the foundation, providing the shape and contours of the cushion. Then flowing air, non-flowing air or gel packs are placed in high risk areas for skin breakdown.
FACT: Sometimes, all the cushion options that have been tried still don’t meet your individual needs. Custom fabricated seat cushions are also an option and Permobil offers the Inception cushion, ROHO custom and TruShape.
FACT: Back supports are typically made from a combination of durable and lightweight materials such as molded aluminum, foam, air cells, and breathable fabrics.
Adjustable to accommodate different body shapes and sizes, some back supports can also have head supports and lateral trunk supports attached to them. The goal of a back support should be to promote proper spinal alignment and reduce the risk of developing pressure injuries or discomfort while using a wheelchair.
FACT: Standard back support solutions available may not align perfectly with your unique needs. Permobil presents a selection of custom backs including Comfort Designs, ROHO Custom, and TruShape to cater to your specific needs.
FACT: Head supports, lateral trunk supports, and arm and leg accessories, can play a crucial role in enhancing comfort, stability, and positioning.
BodiLink® offers:
We also offer residual limb/amputee supports, arm and foot care products and lap trays.
Finding the right seating solution can be confusing, especially when you consider multiple factors such as your lifestyle, skin protection and positioning needs, and comfort.
Stability & balance: based on the support you need to feel stable
Pain & comfort: based on your comfort needs
Durability: based on your experience & cushion medium
Positioning & posture: based on the your postural needs and ISO test data
Skin protection: based on your skin integrity needs and ISO test data
Transfers: based on experience & the cushion medium
The ATI, a moldable and remoldable high-strength, lightweight aluminum insert, offers on-site customization for off-the-shelf cushions. Designed to fit under a compatible cushion within its cover, it adapts to physical or functional changes, ensuring extra support where needed.
