Vicair Academy Junior Paediatric Pressure Relief Wheelchair Cushion
Children who spend long stretches of time seated in a wheelchair can be at risk of pressure sore development, and may require a cushion that provides additional postural support. The Vicair Academy Junior Paediatric Pressure Relief Wheelchair Cushion is made with hundreds of small, air-filled SoftCells, distributed between six adjustable compartments, providing a dynamic seating surface that can be adjusted for each child's needs. Able to accommodate a range of postural asymmetries, this cushion is suitable for use by children at very high risk of pressure sore development.
This cushion is available in a variety of sizes with two cover choices. Select your desired options using the drop-down menus above.
Features and Benefits
- Suitable for children at very high pressure sore risk
- Ideal for children who require additional pelvic stability
- Accommodates a range of postural asymmetries
- Consists of six independently-adjustable, strategically-placed compartments
- Cushion can be adapted to the needs of each child
- Each compartment filled with hundreds of air-filled SoftCells
- Cells constantly adapt to body contours
- Lightweight and easy to maintain
- Suitable for active children
Very High Risk Pressure Relief
Vicair Academy cushions provide a unique combination of weight distribution, comfort, positioning and postural support, making them an excellent pressure relief solution for those at very high risk of pressure ulcer development. These cushions are fully adjustable in cell density, allowing them to be customised to provide the best relief for each specific child. The support they provide makes them excellent for those with a range of postural asymmetries.
Provides Pelvic Stability
This cushion is an ideal choice for children who require postural support and additional pelvic stability. With six independently-adjustable compartments filled with air cells, this cushion is able to provide optimal pressure distribution, support and stability for each child, while adapting to their specific body contours.
Unique Air-Filled SoftCells
Vicair cushions are designed with a unique and innovative pressure relief system, consisting of hundreds of air-filled SoftCells. These small, pyramid-shaped cells are arranged in strategically placed compartments, allowing for bespoke support and relief. Flexible and fabric-coated, these cells have a low friction level, allowing them to move with the child to produce a significant reduction in shear forces while conforming to body contours.
Lightweight and Low-Maintenance
This cushion is made to be easy to use and maintain, as it is lightweight and each SoftCell is independently replaceable if damaged. Once the cushion has been adjusted to the child's needs, there is little intervention required, meaning less disruption for the child and carer. The cushion is simple to transfer from chair to chair, making it ideal for active children.
Cover Choices
This cushion is available with two choices of cover. Both covers feature and anti-slip bottom for stability and a two-way stretchable top for comfort and reduction of shear forces. The cushions are fitted with Velcro tape on the undersides, allowing fixation to the wheelchair seat.
The two cover choices are as follows:
- Comfair Cover: Breathable fabric. This cover provides excellent comfort for the child.
- Incontinence Cover: Waterproof incontinence-proof material. This cover provides excellent protection to increase cushion longevity.
Technical Information
- Weight: 0.4 - 1.2kg
- Max user weight: 250kg (39.5 stone)
- Washing instructions
- Outer cover: Wash up to 60°C
- Inner cover: Hand wash
- SoftCells: Hand wash
