The Short Contour Cushion (2 inch cell height) is recommended for the active individual that can perform independent weight shifts, or for those individuals who are at low risk for pressure ulcer. The Short Contour is the perfect cushion for sports enthusiasts as well, providing the ideal seating surface for your everyday chair, sports chair or other sports equipment.
The Mid Contour Cushion (3 inch cell height) is recommended for individuals who require a cell height that provides a high level of tissue protection and treatment while offering greater ease in transfers in and out of the cushion. The Mid Contour cell height has proven to be ideal for the pediatric client, providing deep immersion for high levels of tissue protection and treatment along with lower cell height for the pediatric frame.
The Standard Contour Cushion (4 inch cell height) is Star Cushion Products premier cushion for the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers. Flexible, interconnected 4 inch air cells allow for deep immersion into the cushion providing constant low pressure across the contact seating surface. In addition, the cell moves and shapes to the contact area providing a low shear, low friction surface ideal for the prevention and healing of up to and including a Stage IV.
The Rigid Base Option comes with a special cover that has a sewn-in envelope at the bottom that keeps the material in place under the cushion where it is needed, thus eliminating the sliding effect. In addition, unlike most manufacturers who use apple wood, the material is durable polycarbonate.