Best Prostate Cushions 2022

Rest and relaxation go hand in hand but when sitting down causes you pain, you can't possibly relax. Pain during sitting can be caused by a variety of issues and conditions, but thankfully a purpose-designed cushion redistributes pressure to relieve pain and prevent formation of sores or ulcers. 

What Is a Prostate Cushion? 

Pressure cushions help to redistribute pressure from sitting, easing any pain or discomfort you might endure. Features such as anatomical shaping, foam inserts and memory foam construction can all assist in alleviating pressure and ensuring your continued comfort. Following are a list of conditions for which a prostate cushion can be used:

• Pressure sores (Low risk)
• Pressure sores (High risk)
• Haemorrhoids
• Post-operative recovery
• Coccydynia (sore tailbone)
• Herniated discs
• Prostatitis
• Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS)
• Pressure ulcers
• Post-natal pain
• Hip bursitis
• Perennial tears
• Anal fissures
• Anal tears

Looking For Something In Particular?

Most pressure cushions are suitable for any of the conditions listed above. However, some are designed with one particular purpose in mind, or with specific features the user might require: 

• Best For Travel
• Best For Post-Natal Pain
• Best For Use After Surgery
• Best For Breathable Pressure Relief
• Best For Patients at Low Risk of Pressure Sores
• Best For High Risk of Pressure Sores
• Best For Alternating Pressure Relief
• Best Gel Pressure Relief Cushion
• Best For Additional Customisable Coccyx Support
• Best For Use in Armchairs

Best Prostate Cushion for Travel 

Inflatable PVC Ring Cushion

PVC ring cushions such as the Inflatable PVC Ring Cushion are highly durable, resistant to sunlight, and free from any unpleasant odours. The cushion redistributes your body weight over the ischial tuberosity (sitting muscles) to reduce pressure when sitting, relieving pain. Customise your comfort by inflating the cushion to varying degrees, completely deflating it for travel!

Ideal For: A fractured coccyx, Haemorrhoids, Perennial tears, Anal fissure, Tailbone pain, Perennial pain, Coccyx pain, Pelvic floor pain, Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS), Pain caused by prostatitis

Best Prostate Cushion For Post-Natal Pain 

Putnams Foam Ring Cushion

The Putnams Foam Ring Cushion is constructed from luxury Putnam foam to offer support and comfort for those in pain. The donut design relieves pressure on the sensitive inner region, particularly painful following child-birth. The cushion has a smooth round shape and comes with a zipped fitted cover.

Ideal For: Post-natal pain, Hip Bursitis, Prostate discomfort, Post-operative pain, Pregnancy discomfort, Anal pain, Haemorrhoids 

Best For Use After Operations 

Sissel Sit Special 2-in-1 Coccyx Seat Wedge

Anatomically shaped polyurethane foam ensures the Sissel Sit Special 2-in-1 Coccyx Seat Wedge  provides superior coccyx support. The seat wedge relieves pressure on the spinal column and invertebral discs, and encourages the correct coccyx position following surgery. You'll even find that the cushions boosts your attention span, due to the upright posture it enforces.

Ideal For: Post-operative recovery, Coccydynia (sore tailbone), Herniated discs, Prostatitis, Pressure ulcers, Haemorrhoids

Best Prostate Cushion For Breathable Pressure Relief 

Putnams Sero Polo Haemorrhoid Pressure Relief Cushion

The Putnams Sero Polo Haemorrhoid Pressure Relief Cushion features integral air pockets to allow for optimum air circulation and heat dispersal. Pressure cushions can easily become hot and sweaty, and so it is a relief to find one which will prevent you from over-heating. The cushion is constructed from top-grade foam for high performance, and the circular cut-out relieves pressure on the most painful area. 

Ideal For:  Haemorrhoids, Numbness, Post-surgery pain

Best Prostate Cushion for Those at Low Risk of Pressure Sores 

Alerta Sensaflex 200 Foam Pressure Relief Cushion

The castellated foam of the Alerta Sensaflex 200 Foam Pressure Relief Cushion is ideal for those at  low-medium risk of developing pressure sores. The foam moves with the patient, reducing friction when they move, and allowing for pockets of air flow to cool the patient. The cushion is supplied with an antimicrobial two way stretch cover to increase hygiene in hospital and care home environments. 

Ideal For: Medium Risk Pressure Sores

Best Prostate Cushion for Patients at High Risk of Developing Pressure Sores 

Onyx Three Memory Foam Pressure Relief Cushion

Memory foam adjusts to the user's body type for custom support, evenly redistributing pressure with maximum efficiency. The Onyx Three Memory Foam Pressure Relief Cushion is designed for use by patients at high risk of developing pressure ulcers, and features a bottom layer of CMHR foam for stability. A waterproof, vapour-permeable cover is included, preventing fluid ingress and contamination.

Ideal For: Patients at a high risk of pressure ulcers

Best Prostate Cushion for Alternating Pressure Relief 

Stratus Alternating Air Pressure Relief Cushion System

The alternating air cushions of the Stratus Alternating Air pressure Relief Cushion System automatically re-positions the patient by inflating/deflating the air bags in turn. This ensures blood can circulate to the skin and this in turn reduces the risk of decubitus pressure ulcers forming. A vapour-permeable, water-resistant cover protects the inner workings of the cushion from spillages.

Ideal For: Patients at high risk of developing pressure ulcers

Best Gel Pressure Relief Cushion 

Systam Gel Pressure Relief Cushion

The Systam Gel Pressure Relief Cushion is constructed from viscoelastic gel that provides extreme adaptability and elasticity. This enables the cushion to act as a second skin, which continually ensures perfect contour moulding to the sacral area and eliminates friction when sitting. This gel cushion has been designed to work as an enhancement to existing surfaces, boosting comfort without sacrificing the user's sitting posture.

Ideal For: This cushion is suitable for users at low to medium risk of pressure sore development

Best Prostate Cushion for Additional Coccyx Support 

Onyx Two Coccyx Pressure Relief Cushion

The removable coccyx area of the Onyx Two Coccyx Pressure Relief Cushion allows for full, targeted pressure relief. The coccyx area is one of the most vulnerable sections of the body for pressure sore development, so extra measures must often be taken to ensure it remains healthy. Made with the same high quality foam as the rest of this cushion, the coccyx insert makes the cushion a versatile and formidable pressure relief tool for chairs and wheelchairs.

Ideal For: Coccydynia (sore tailbone), coccyx pain, surgery recover, pressure ulcers

Best Prostate Cushion for Use in Armchairs 

Harley Proform Ultra Seat Raiser Pressure Relief Cushion

The high grade nodular foam of the Harley Proform Ultra Seat Raiser Pressure Relief Cushion allows air to circulate freely. It is large and comfortable, designed for use in an armchair and is available in standard (no cut out), with a combi cut out, or with a coccyx cut out to suit a wide variety of requirements.

Ideal For: Generalised discomfort and pain

Why Not Just Use a Regular Cushion? 

Using a regular cushion might initially reduce some of the discomfort and friction, however this can quickly become insufficient. A regular cushion allows for little air-flow, often exacerbating the development of pressure sores, as well impacting your comfort. No matter whether you're recovering from surgery, suffer from conditions such as haemorrhoids, or if you're at risk of pressure ulcers, a prostate cushion is an incomparably better choice than a regular cushion. 

Get the Most Out of Your Support

Hopefully this guide has given you a good idea of the options available when searching for a prostate or pressure cushion. There are far more worthwhile options then we could cover in this article; we recommend looking at our Pressure Relief category for the full picture.

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Tags: Aids for Daily Living, Pressure Relief, Elderly Care, Post Surgery

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