NY Ortho APEX CORE Coccyx Pommel Wheelchair Gel-Foam Cushion High Density

Key Features

• With dual density foam layers and cooling gel-pod
• Innovative APEX design
• Non-slip water resistant

For patients requiring hip positioning and to eliminate pressure under the coccyx, the NYOrtho APEX CORE™Coccyx 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

• Designed to off load tissue under the coccyx thereby eliminating pressure under the coccyx.
• 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 in the coccyx area, requiring hip positioning.