1. Size 16" x 16" x 2-1/2"
2. 8lbs in weight
3. Two chamber flotation cushion combines top layer of gel with bottom layer of foam to prevent bottoming out and promotes seating
4. Enclosed is a heat-seated 20-gauge vinyl pouch

Editorial Review :

Duro-Med DuroGel II Deluxe Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion is a two-chamber flotation cushion that combines the top layer of gel with the bottom layer of foam to prevent bottoming out and promotes seating stability. Enclosed in the cushion, is a heat-sealed 20-gauge vinyl pouch. The black cover is made of three-way stretch fabric with waterproof backing; washable and removable. The convenient tie straps hold the cushion securely in place. The size of the cushion is 16" x 16" x 2-1/2" and is a small weight of 8lbs.

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Comfortable, durable cushion

I purchased this cushion for my mom. It is comfortable and durable and isn't breaking down like the last purchase. She is in a wheelchair most of the day, and this makes a big difference for her comfort.

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Comfortable!

Very comfortable and helps prevent bed sores and skin ulcerations. My mom is getting a lot of use out of this product.

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Donna

My son is in a wheelchair and he needs extra seat support. This product is good for a regular chair but is too high for a wheelchair. My son sits too high up and also the center leg strap cannot work because the cushion goes too far forward as well. Good cushion but not for a wheelchair.

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gary

this cushion has functioned well. it has stopped the pain in the hips and soreness in top of legs. the only fault i can see with it is the bottom side of cover which is of a stiff vinyl .

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Cool, comfortable, and a great value for a gel pillow

I'm currently confined to a wheelchair, and it was strongly recommended by my occupational therapist that I get a gel cushion for my wheelchair, since the standard cushions don't really support long hours sitting up in the wheelchair.

I looked online and found many kinds, but they were all very pricey. At least 50% more than this one, some of them 300% of this price (3x) Maybe there's something less in this one, but I have yet to figure out what it is.

For added support and comfort, I got myself a donut pillow over the standard foam cushion, but if you sit wrong on it or aren't centered, that combination can get painful, Correctly adjusted, the donut/foam combination can be quite comfortable.

Where this shines:
- The gel doesn't require any precise sitting
- It's as comfortable to sit on as the donut-foam combination done right
- The gel is always cooling to the bottom. I think this allows me to sit on the wheelchair far longer than I otherwise could. In turn, I can do a full day's worth of work and that's important.

Where it doesn't, but I don't mind:
- The cushion is far heavier than the standard foam. 8 lb can knock out people. Not a problem for me, it can sit under me for a long time
- The securing strap has to be undone if the wheelchair is folded for transport. Not dinging it any stars for this.

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1. seat inserts available
2. Designed to provide comfort and basic protection for the wheelchair bound patient
3. Available with a poly/cotton cover
4. Medium density fire-retardant foam Shipping Carton Size: 23 L x 20 W x 5 H

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wheelchair cushion

This cushion has held up better than any cushion we have had. We also like the cover.It is ease to take off add wash.

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1. Pressure reducing cushion designed to assist in the prevention, treatment and management of pressure ulcers.
2. Viscous Gel provides optimized pressure reduction, support and comfort.
3. Fire Retardant polyurethane foam shell.
4. Removable and replaceable cover has water resistant "Top" and "Non-Slip" vinyl base.
5. Weight Capacity: 275 lbs.

Editorial Review :

Pressure reducing cushion designed to assist in the prevention, treatment and management of pressure ulcers. Viscous Gel provides optimized pressure reduction, support and comfort. Fire Retardant polyurethane foam shell. Removable and replaceable cover has water resistant "Top" and "Non-Slip" vinyl base. 18 Month Limited Warranty on cover and cushion.

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Great support but very slippery

I got this cushion for my dad to use in his wheelchair and in regular arm chairs. It is great in the wheelchair. Super comfortable, very dense gel cushion which really distributes the weight well. The cushion itself is surprisingly heavy and has a handle loop on the side to help carry it. The bottom of the cushion has a slightly rubbery feel which helps it grip the chair and keeps it from shifting, while the blue top cover is more like a windbreaker material which is very slippery so it is easy for him to shift his weight. HOWEVER, when this cushion is in a regular chair, as he leans a bit over the table to eat, the cushion compresses so his butt starts to slide forward. For now, we will only be using this in his wheelchair - but it is a great cushion.

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1. Economy while providing superb pressure relief.
2. Designed to fit most standard wheelchairs.
3. 16.5" x 18" x 2"

Editorial Review :

These cushions provide optimal pressure relief and comfort for all-day sitting. The cushion works by distributing the patient's body weight evenly. The gel cushion gives patients an especially stable feeling, because the gel is similar to a patient's adipose tissue (fat layers). The gel is very thick and minimizes leakage, even if the cushion is punctured. Cushion is very durable and easy to clean.

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Comfortable

I purchased this cushion for my wheelchair bound mother. She has found it very comfortable. I have one problem with it. It's shipped flat with just gell-pellets in it. You have to fill it with water to activate the gell. You are instructed to keep the cushion flat while filling it with water. I managed to do this by placing it on a large tray. It became very hard to hold up to the faucet getting heavier and heavier as it filled. I also was never able to get the water into the corners no matter how hard I tried. All-in-all it is a good, comfortable cushion once you get it filled.

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Wheelchair Gel Pad

I am very happy with the gel pad. It makes sitting in the wheelchair for long periods of time much more comfortable.

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Great Cushion

I bought this cushion for my Dad who has a tendency to get a pressure sore on his coccyx. He came home from the hospital recently and this is the same cushion they used. He really likes it and it works great to releive pressure.

I agree with the comment that it is a bit difficult to fill and that it gets heavy as you do so. It is hard to hold onto it with only one hand while shutting off the water with the other, but somehow I got it done and since I was doing it for my Dad, it was worth the effort.

With regards to the comment about the instrucions not saying anything about the gel getting ruined after adding salt, if you look at the instructions again, they clearly say...and I am quoting directly from the instuctions..."Note: This is a single use product." Meaning that once you add the salt, the original pellets and the water you added yourself all convert to water. Once you drain it, it is empty...no water...no pellets...nothing.

I am wondering, however, why can't we simply just buy and then add some more of the dry pellets? Why only single use? Let's say you wanted to take this pillow with you somewhere...say visiting family on a Holiday or any other day...maybe even on vacation. You may not want to bring the pillow with you filled with water because it is heavy. Why can't you simply drain it using the salt method to turn the pellets into water, drain it, then when you get to where you are going...add more pellets and refill? Seems reasonable to me. Just a thought.

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Horrible Chemical Odor

First one I bought had a bad chemical odor, gave me a bit of a headache now and then, I put too much water in it without warning I tried to remove the water by putting salt in and it made the gel mushy and it kept coming out of the pad. I bought a second one to get it right, and didn't use as much water, and though it feels better in a way, it came out lumpy, and ironically the overwatered pad has more cushioning, because there is more water in it, but the one that I didn't use as much water in, conforms better. There's a way to solve a big problem with this pad, but since I'm not being paid for product solutions, I'm keeping quiet about it.

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1. Size 3" x 16" x 18"
2. Poly/Cotton Covered is removable and washable
3. Polyurethane foam construction maintains soft, even suppport for maxium comfort
4. Available in wide range of sizes to fit most wheelchairs

Editorial Review :

Duro-Med Polyfoam Wheelchair Cushions are made of polyurethane foam construction that help maintain soft, even support for maximum comfort. The cushions are available in a wide range of sizes to fit most wheelchairs.The size of the convoluted polyfoam cushion is 3" x 16" x 18". The navy poly/cotton cover is removable and washable.

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