About Wheelchair Cushions

When many wheelchair users think of a seat cushion, comfort comes to mind. However, a seat cushion provides benefits well beyond comfort, including pressure management and positioning that can reduce fatigue and enhance seated balance throughout the day. Foam cushions are the most basic cushion, ideal for those wishing simplicity at minimal cost.

Seat cushions are designed to offer:

• Comfort
  
• Pressure management
  
• Positioning
  
• Increased sitting stability

A foam cushion may be best for you if you need:

• Low maintenance
  
• Minimal cost
  
• A very stable seating surface
  
• Low to mid-range positioning
  
• Light weight

POINTS TO REMEMBER:

1. A seat cushion's size should be matched exactly to the wheelchair's seat size.

2. Remember that a seat cushion's height adds to the wheelchair's seat-to-floor height, so a taller cushion will cause you to sit taller, accordingly (which can be an issue fitting under tables and desks).

3. If there's a chance that the cushion will be exposed to fluids, an incontinence cover should be used.