NY Ortho APEX CORE Wedge Pommel Wheelchair Gel-Foam Cushion

Key Features

• With dual density foam layers and cooling gel-pod
• Innovative APEX design
• Non-slip bottom with easy to attach quick-release straps

For patients requiring hip positioning that are inclined to slide forward, the NYOrtho APEX CORE™ Wedge Pommel 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.

Highlights

• Wedge design helps prevent forward sliding.
• Pommel helps keep knees separated, preventing hip rotation.
• Firm CORE Foundation: High density beveled polyethylene provides a firm foundation that eliminates hammocking.
• 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.

Recommended Use

Patients at risk for pressure ulcers requiring posture support, hip positioning and/or inclined to slide forward.