The many benefits of a pressure cushion
A pressure cushion can be used by individuals in various stages of injury recovery or rehabilitation, and can even be used by those with limited mobility for structure, support and comfort whilst sitting or laying. But, what are the benefits of a pressure cushion?
What are the benefits of a pressure cushion?
Pressure relief: first and foremost, pressure cushions are used for pressure relief in key areas of the body; whether the head, neck, torso or limbs, and help prevent pressure sores and ulcers, Often, pressure cushions will be made using microbeads or foam to provide flexible, individualised support.
Pain relief: a pressure cushion can also be used to provide pain relief in certain areas of the body and especially from specific conditions such as sciatica or arthritis. This is because they serve to redistribute pressure from one area of the body to another, whilst providing much needed support to the most vulnerable areas.
Improvements to posture: pressure cushions can also help individuals to maintain a proper posture by aligning the spine, and are particularly effective when used in conjunction with office chairs or armchairs; indirectly helping to improve an individual’s mobility and independence.
Comfort & support: by relieving pressure and pain, pressure cushions also provide comfort and additional support to the areas of the body where an individual may need it the most, either due to limited mobility, following surgery or during injury recovery/rehabilitation.
Who can use pressure cushions?
Pressure cushions aren’t only for people recovering from surgery or injury, or individuals with limited mobility, they can also be used by wheelchair users to distribute weight evenly throughout the seat of the wheelchair, by office users as additional support when sitting for long periods of time, and by those travelling long distances, either in the car, train or aeroplane.
Our range of pressure & positioning cushions
Here at Pressure Care Management, we offer a wide range of pressure & positioning cushions, including PosiPerle Postural Positioning Cushions, Carewave Postural Positioning Cushions and a variety of pressure cushions designed for seating; providing comfort, support and relief from or support in the prevention of pressure sores & ulcers.
