Pressure Relief Cushions

Seating Pressure Redistribution for Clinical Settings

Pressure relief cushions provide therapeutic seating surfaces that redistribute pressure during prolonged sitting, supporting pressure ulcer prevention for patients using wheelchairs or spending extended periods in seated positions. These specialized cushions utilize foam, gel, or combination technologies to reduce interface pressures at ischial tuberosities and sacral areas, providing essential pressure management for patients whose sitting tolerance exceeds safe pressure exposure thresholds without therapeutic intervention.

Seating pressure creates significant pressure ulcer risk due to concentrated loading at bony prominences and reduced tissue tolerance during sustained sitting. Clinical assessment determines appropriate cushion technology based on patient risk factors, postural requirements, and functional activities. Pressure mapping and clinical evidence guide cushion selection, ensuring therapeutic pressure redistribution that balances pressure relief with postural stability necessary for functional activities and patient safety during wheelchair use.

Healthcare professionals including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and tissue viability specialists can select cushions matching clinical assessments and patient needs. Specifications including pressure redistribution properties, stability characteristics, and maintenance requirements determine clinical suitability. Waterproof covers supporting infection control and regular cleaning integrate pressure care with hygiene requirements, providing comprehensive seating solutions that protect tissue integrity while supporting patient mobility and functional independence.