Otto Bock's custom cushion system Otto Bock Shape System (OBSS); Quantum Rehab's air cushion Synergy Spectrum; Freedom Designs's seating Easy Conforming Back; Wenzelite Rehab's mobile positioning chair Trotter; Span-America Medical Systems's seat-back cushion Short-Wave; Skyway's Krypton Tires's wheelchair tire and ring PushRing Tires; Invacare's cushion Stabilite OM; Drive Medical's cushion Skin Protection Gel "E" Three-Inch; EHOB's bariatric cushion Waffle Bariatric; Symmetric Designs' headrest The Savant; The Roho Group's back system Retroback

Otto Bock/Custom Cushion System

Otto Bock Shape System (OBSS)

  • digitize client's shape using CAD/CAM technology; capture 3D electronic image, modify to desired fit
  • email electronic client file orders instead of shipping plaster casts
  • digital files can be stored on computer for client records; image of seating system can be printed out and submitted with other documentation for reimbursement decisions

Call 800/328-4058. Web site: www.ottobockus.com

Quantum Rehab/Air Cushion

Synergy Spectrum

  • 4-in. multi-cell air insert and silicone base for stability and positioning
  • provides airflow and moisture protection
  • designed for skin protection and comfort

Call 866/800-2002. Web site: www.quantumrehab.com

Freedom Designs/Seating

Easy Conforming Back

  • new version has adjustable single wing modification
  • constructed with adjustable hinges attached from the curved back to the molded wings
  • wings are constructed of Kydex, making them lightweight and durable

Call 800/331-8551. Web site: www.freedomdesigns.com

Wenzelite Rehab/Mobile Positioning Chair

Trotter

  • angle-adjustable seat and back, depth-adjustable seat and positioning pelvic belt
  • five-point "H" harness with padded strap covers and swing away footrests
  • available in four sizes

Call 800/706-9255. Web site: www.wenzelite.com

Span-America Medical Systems/Seat-Back Cushion

Short-Wave

  • one-piece seat and cushion; assists positioning with lumbar and thigh supports
  • wipe-clean, non-skid cover
  • 16-, 18- and 20-in. widths

Call 800/888-6752. Web site: www.spanamerica.com

Skyway/Krypton Tires/Wheelchair Tire and Ring

PushRing Tires

  • urethane tire and handring molded together
  • designed for easy installation
  • no attachment screws

Call 800/332-3357. Web site: www.skywaywheels.com

Invacare/Cushion

Stabilite OM

  • positioning cushion with built-in obliquity management; designed to provide comfort and function with pelvic stability and leg positioning
  • intended for users with a postural asymmetry, a level pelvis or those with a mild to moderate pelvic obliquity
  • low profile to make foot propulsion easier transferring on and off cushion

Call 800/333-6900. Web site: www.invacare.com

Drive Medical/Cushion

Skin Protection Gel "E" Three-Inch

  • pressure-reducing cushion designed to assist in prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers
  • viscous gel for support and comfort; fire-retardent shell; cover has waterproof nylon top, non-slip vinyl bottom and side carry handle
  • 16-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-in. seat widths

Call 877/224-0946. Web site: www.drivemedical.com

EHOB/Bariatric Cushion

Waffle Bariatric

  • for wheelchairs and post-surgery, maternity perinatal protection, home, auto and office use
  • air passage holes to allow circulation, heat and moisture dissipation; low profile to contour and cradle trochanter while stabilizing patient in seat; antimicrobial formula in cushion to reduce infection risk
  • 700-lb. weight capacity

Call 800/966-3462. Web site: www.ehob.com

Symmetric Designs/Headrest

The Savant

  • cool, lightweight and can be shaped by hand; provides support at three levels on the head to control lateral flexion and rotation
  • headband (included) can be used for anterior support
  • mounting disc accommodates a 1-in. (25mm) ball, but can be removed to attach custom hardware

Call 800/537-1724. Web site: www.symmetric-designs.com

The Roho Group/Back System

Retroback

  • general-use back support system clips on the back of most wheelchair upholstery
  • designed to provide instant posture support and comfort to user without eliminating a lot of seat depth
  • weighs 3 lbs.; available to fit 16-, 18- and 20-in. wheelchair widths

Call 800/851-3449. Web site: www.therohogroup.com


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