Duro-Med DuroGel II Deluxe Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion, Black, 16 Inch x 18 Inch x 2-1/2 Inch
- Size 16″ x 18″ x 2-1/2″
- 8 pounds in weight
- Two chamber flotation cushion combines top layer of gel with bottom layer of foam to prevent bottoming out and promotes seating
- Enclosed is a heat-seated 20-gauge vinyl pouch
- Cover is waterproof, removable and washable
Product Description
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 … More >>
Duro-Med DuroGel II Deluxe Gel-Foam Wheelchair Cushion, Black, 16 Inch x 18 Inch x 2-1/2 Inch
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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.
Rating: 5 / 5
Very comfortable and helps prevent bed sores and skin ulcerations. My mom is getting a lot of use out of this product.
Rating: 5 / 5
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 .
Rating: 4 / 5
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.
Rating: 5 / 5
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.
Rating: 3 / 5