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Application
The manufacturer states that this cushion is for people at moderate to high risk of skin break down.

Materials
Top Layer
* Soft (ILD) High Resilient (HR) foam for optimal comfort and support
* Pre-ischial contour provides stability to pelvis
* Abductor/adductor contour promotes midline leg positioning
* Made with Ultra-Fresh?for antibacterial and odour protection

Visco Foam Insert
* Contoured visco-elastic foam ischial relief insert
* Anatomically targeted to provide immersion of sensitive bony prominences

Bottom Layer
* Firm (ILD) High Resilient (HR) foam for support and durability
* Trochanteric shelf provides stability to hips
* Waterfall front edge
* Rear radius for sacral support

Cover
Outer Cover
* Moisture resistant and breathable
* Includes non-slip base, Velcro strips, lifting strap and side pocket
* Available in black or Kid*ab*ra print (for children)

Inner Cover
* Moisture resistant
* Easily wiped clean
* Zippered cover allows access for cushion modifications

Sizes
Paediatric, standard and bariatric sizes

Customisation
* Custom modifications include leg length discrepancies, width /
depth reductions
* Foam, inner and outer covers modified to individual specifications

Option Details
Drop base
* Includes in built drop base, drop hooks, DuraClip fasteners
* Allows adjustment of seat angle

Dartex? Cover
*Outer cover available in smooth or fabric side out
* Moisture resistant

Pelvic Obliquity Kit
* Easily installed on all MaTRx-Vi / Kid*ab*ra-Vi cushions / bases
* Accommodates " or 1" obliquities

Cushion Rigidizer
* Lightweight, slim profile solid seat insert
* Contoured to eliminate "hammock effect" of sling upholstery

Considerations

All cushions must be monitored to prevent 'bottoming out'. This occurs when the user's weight bears down so hard on the product material that it is flattened and the bony parts are pressed against the surface below the cushion. Where bottoming out occurs even with correct use (eg correct choice and depth of foam, correct inflation level) , a different product may need to be considered.
The gel cells on the top layer of the cushion can be punctured
Ensure that the item is not accidentally placed upside down or back to front.
It is advisable that a health professional be consulted when considering a suitable pressure care product.

Foam must be regularly replaced as it losses its spring and becomes hard after long term use

Place Of Manufacture

Canada

Models

* Available in standard, bariatric and paediatric sizes

Options

* Drop base
* Pelvic obliquity kit
* Custom modifications
* Dartex cover

Standards

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 about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.