The wheelchair cushions encompass quite a large number of products which are designed for the comfort, posture control, pressure control and stability of the chair user.
Comfort, of course, is an important feature to wheelchair users. Sitting in an uncomfortable wheelchair all day is not something anyone would want to do.
Posture control is another function of seating systems. Good posture aids in comfort as well as pressure control and stability. Many seating products have built-in and/or optional components to aid in posture control available.
Pressure relief is a terribly important issue for many wheelchair users. People who don't have feeling in areas where pressure exists, can't weight shift or are incontinent are at risk for pressure sores. Pressure sores are areas where blood flow is restricted due to a combination of pressure, heat and moisture which causes the tissue to actually die.
Stability is needed by wheelchair users in order to drive their power chair, propel their manual chair and perform daily living activities. Seating products can aid in stabilizing the wheelchair user.
