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Evolution Back Deep
Evolution Back Deep is a back support cushion designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury who use wheelchairs. It provides full posterior support and up to seven inches of lateral support. The seat can be adjusted in depth plus or minus three inches (up to 17.5 degrees of recline), and can be adjusted laterally plus or minus one inch at four points to accommodate growth or disproportionate body types. The system includes a PSIS
Evolution Back
Evolution Back is a wheelchair back support system designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury who use wheelchairs. The system is adjustable to accommodate growth and its "slide and snap" hardware is operable with one hand. It has an oversized self-inflating cushion for immersion of bony prominences, and is designed to work with lateral supports, hip belts, and hip guides. The system includes hardware with one inch of lateral a
Zoid Performance Cushion
The Zoid Performance Cushion is an air flotation cushion designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury who use sport wheelchairs. This self-inflating cushion features impact and vibration reducing technology. It tapers one inch from front to back for a tigher fit. The self-inflating technology lets the user immerse into the cushion to lower center of gravity and improve agility. The cushion has extra-stiff, beveled laterals to p
Stratus
The Stratus is an air and foam flotation cushion designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury who use wheelchairs. The cushion is made of foam with two densities to provide medial and lateral thigh support and has a U-shaped sitting pan. A two-way valve allows the user to adjust the air pressure by letting air in and out of the cushion. The cushion comes with a choice of a regular or an incontinence cover. OPTIONS: Varilite Soli
Express
The Express is a foam wheelchair seat cushion designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. The cushion is made of open-cell foam in two different densities, bonded together in opposing patterns to prevent the pelvis from going into a posterior tilt and sliding out of the chair. Closed-cell foam lateral pieces add increased stability or can be removed to adapt to a sling seat. The cushion comes with a front label, a nylon handl
Pro-Form
Pro-Form is an air and foam flotation seat cushion with a contoured base designed for use in wheelchairs by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. This wheelchair seat cushion has a deep ischial pan, high laterals, and a flexible hinge, and its base can be custom cut to fit individual needs. Possible alterations to the base include cutting down, split seats, and cutouts. The closed-cell foam base does not absorb liquid or bacteria, even afte
Solo
Solo is an air and foam flotation cushion designed for use in wheelchairs by individuals with balance disabilities, lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. This cushion is made of foam of different densities that align with anatomical landmarks and offer medial and lateral support. A medium density foam is used to form the pelvic buckets and thigh troughs. A less stiff foam is used in the cushion to protect the skin over the buttocks from breakdown while prov
Fastback
The Fastback is a back support cushion designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury who use wheelchairs. This air and foam flotation cushion is comprised of three densities of foam, positioned according to density to provide mild lateral support, scapular contour, and vertebral comfort and pressure relief. A valve allows the user to release more air for greater envelopment and stability. Other features include a PSIS block for l
Pal Swing-Away Lateral Support
PAL (Positive Action Lateral) Swing-Away Lateral Support is a lateral trunk support designed for use by individuals with balance disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or spinal cord injury who use wheelchairs. The pad angle of this lateral thoracic support can be rotated plus or minus 10 degrees. It is designed to fit the Evolution Back from Varilite (see separate entry). The pad has a steel base encased in multi-stiffness closed-cell foam with a washable cover, and is available in curved
Varilite Cheat Sheets
Varilite Cheat Sheets are sheets of foam material designed for customized wheelchair seating for use by individuals with balance disabilities, lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. The Sheets are made of closed-cell foam with adhesive backing, and can be used for for building contours, changing pressure loading patterns, and improving the overall fit and function of a seating system. Sheets bond instantly and may be cut to exact size using only scissors or
Varilite Solid Insert
The Varilite Solid Insert is a solid seat insert designed for use in wheelchairs by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. This insert is placed between the cushion and upholstery or directly inside the cushion cover to eliminate the effects of sling upholstery. Inserts are available to accommodate pediatric as well as adult users. They are made from durable plywood with rounded edges and sanded surfaces to reduce chance of splintering or pu
Varilite Drop Base System
The Varilite Drop Base System is a wheelchair cushion drop base designed for use by individuals with lower extremity disabilities, mobility disabilities, and spinal cord injury. This system lowers the wheelchair seat base for individuals who need to be lower to the ground to self-propel or who have difficulty transferring to a higher surface. The system includes a base constructed from durable PVC plastic and L-J brackets made of hardened steel. The brackets allow up to four inches of height ad
Pediatric Chest Harness
The Pediatric Chest Harness is a wheelchair torso support and positioning device designed for use by children and smaller adults with neurological disabilities. The harness has pads constructed from closed-cell foam and enclosed in a soft, breathable fabric. Elastic sewn at the shoulder allows for moderate movement such as weight shifting, propelling, reaching, and simple activities of daily living. The harness has a top pull and stays attached to the chair when not in use. It is washable and co
Band-It
Band It is an ankle strap designed for use by individuals with lower extremity and neurological disabilities who use wheelchairs. This positioning device is designed to be secured around the ankle, with the body of the device extending over the top of the userÆs shoe and orthosis. The device has a dynamic component that allows some movement at the ankle to prevent joint stiffening and full body tonal reaction, and reduce buttock shear. The device has a side-squeeze closure that can withstand 250
Back Rest, Sport Seat, & Seat Rest Self-Inflating Cushions
Open cell foam back rest with airtight, waterproof nylon shell. Self inflates; valve to adjust user's comfort. Size 16 by 8 by 2.5 inches; blue, cedar brown covers available. Also available: Seat Rest, similar product for seat of chair, size 12 by 16 by 1.5 inches; price $65.00; Sport Seat, like Seat Rest except heavier duty covering, in navy, rust, or green.
Varilite Backrest & Varilite Split Backrest
The Varilite BackRest and Split BackRest are inflatable back support cushions designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities, spinal cord injury, and others who need back support. The cushions offer lower lumbar support and promote spinal extension during wheelchair use, extended car rides, air travel, and in office chairs. Support encourages upright sitting posture and decrease muscle fatigue. Cushions have a mesh cover with reticulated foam that wicks moisture away from the skin. A
Varilite Seating System Adult Regular
Seat cushion with a molded base. Includes Varilite self-inflating foam cushion and urethane bladder, with a washable knit cover. The opening of valve determines the level of support and the shape of the cushion through inflation and deflation. Weight is 2.9 pounds. Two sizes. Adult: base 17.5 by 16.25 inches. Narrow Adult: base 15.5 by 16.25 inches.