NYOrtho APEX CORE Wedge Wheelchair Cushion Stop Forward Sliding High Density Foam Rigid Firm Foundation Base Layer Eliminates Hammock Effect, Non Slip Water Resistant Prevent Pressure Injuries
RECOMMENDED USE:
Patients at risk for pressure ulcers requiring posture support and/or inclined to slide forward.
Description
For patients that are inclined to slide forward, the NYOrtho APEX CORE™ Wedge Gel-Foam Cushion, combines a firm core foundation that eliminates hammocking with the superlative APEX™ innovative design that chambers the gel-pod closer to the top of the cushion, providing a cooler interface between the patient and wheelchair. A high-performance stretch cover improves moisture evaporation and enhances the APEX™ design features.
Features
- Wedge design helps prevent forward sliding and stop forward slide.
- Firm CORE Foundation: High density beveled polyethylene provides a firm foundation that eliminates hammocking and hammock effect.
- Innovative APEX™ Design Cools and Reduces Body Interface Pressure: Dual density foam layers provide a soft top entry layer, promoting direct interface with cooling gel-pod and a higher density base layer for support and pressure distribution. This top-design brings the gel-pod up close so you can feel the superior comfort and stability.
- Breathable Stretch Removable Cover: High performance pressure reducing fabric promotes healing via active evaporation of moisture and cooling at patient pressure points. Antimicrobial, water-resistant and mildew-resistant.
- Aqueous Dual Gel-Pod: Dual chamber gel-pod reduces gel migration.
- Aggressive non-slip bottom with easy to attach quick-release straps keep cushion in place.
- Meets CA 117-2013 standards.