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Item Details

SAF Shock Absorbing Foam Cushion

ILC Reference NO 43:61:028
Item sourced from ILC VIC database


SAF Shock Absorbing Foam Cushion

Factors to Consider
Wedge shape base may suit wheelchairs with slung seats.
Available in one size only but can be cut with an electric knife.
There are many things to consider when selecting pressure care products including nutrition, skin moisture, level of mobility, age, shear, friction, location of pressure ulcer (if present) and hygiene. Any comments regarding level of pressure care is a suggestion made by suppliers as a guide to assist with selection, and this may differ from brand to brand. When selecting pressure care products it is strongly advised that a comprehensive assessment is undertaken by a health professional to encourage correct product selection and monitoring of product effectiveness.


Short Description
A viscoelastic foam cushion comprising of two layers of slow recovery memory foam (the cushion is slow to return to its original form once compressed.The top pink layer has a contoured surface. The bottom grey layer has an optional wedge shape. A range of covers are available.


Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.



More Details
Features
Slower memory than other conventional foams.
Machine washable up to 95 degrees.
Wedge shape base may suit wheelchairs with slung seats.

SAF Wedge Foam Cushion
This cushion has a 35mm, pink foam section which has a convoluted top.
The base is grey foam, which is higher density foam and has an upside down V shape.
This foam is designed to even out slung seats and provide a flat seat

SAF Laminated Foam Cushion
This cushion has dual density foam, with a convoluted profile on either side.
The pink foam has a faster memory than the grey foam on its underside.
This can be reversed to either side depending on which density gives better support/pressure relief.

SAF Foam Cushion
One density of pink foam with one convoluted surface and a flat underside.
May be steam sterilised.
All cushions can be cut to size using an electric knife.
Four types of cushion are available.

Comfort Cover
Waterproof cover which can breathe and has two way stretch.
Anti microbic.

Incontinent Cover
Waterproof but cannot breathe and has two way stretch.
Anti microbic.

Cotton Cover
Breathable.

Lycra Cover
Inbuilt stretch.



Models
SAF Foam Cushion Pink
SAF Laminated Foam Cushion
SAF Wedge Foam Cushion


Dimensions
SAF Foam Cushion Pink
Seat Width........................................ 460 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm

SAF Laminated Foam Cushion
Seat Width........................................ 460 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm

SAF Wedge Foam Cushion
Seat Width........................................ 460 mm
Seat Depth........................................ 400 mm
Weight (kg)....................................... 0.6 kg


Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.



Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information on what standards the equipment may need to meet, see www.ilcaustralia.org/explanationofstandards.



Display Information
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Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
LINDS REHABILITATION EQUIPMENT - HALLAM,   HALLAM, VIC

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