Wheelchair Pressure Relief Padded Seat

Those who use wheelchairs are often faced with the issue of pressure sores, which tend to occur after long periods of being seated. The Wheelchair Pressure Relief Padded Seat is great for relieving pressure for those suffering with long-term immobility and cannot change positions often. With comfortable pads surrounding them as they sit, it prevents the user's skin from incurring the usual conditions that cause pressure sores.

How Do You Get Pressure Sores?

Pressure sores, also known as pressure ulcers or bedsore, are areas of damaged skin that are incurred from staying in one position for too long. They commonly form where the bones are close to your skin, such as ankles, back, elbows, heels and hips.

Those more at risk are patients who are bedridden, use a wheelchair, or are unable to change position frequently. Pressure sores can cause serious infections, some of which are life-threatening.

Minimising Development of Pressure Sores

Pressure sores can be extremely painful, as well as being very expensive to treat, so it's best to try and prevent them in the first place. This Padded Seat can be draped over most wheelchairs and day chairs to provide comfort and support to the user, but evenly distributing pressure and therefore avoiding the development of pressure sores.

Technical Specification

• Weight: 2kg
• Size: 36 x 26cm (14 x 10")