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Designed to encourage proper positioning and posture, with even pressure distribution.
. The cushion consists of interconnected freestanding air cells that
redistribute the users weight. The Enhancer has a dual manifold with a dual valve system, that allows the inner bucket seat manifold of 50 mm and 75 mm and outer 100mm cells to be adjusted for stability and positioning by providing channeling of the legs and enhanced lateral stability. The cell configuration makes up what is commonly called an ischial dish (that is, a shape that follows the contour of the buttocks to provide support for the thighs and protection to the Ischial Tuberosities
. The higher cells along each side and across the front are graded to lower cells in the rear central position, with 4 central 100mm cells at the front acting as a pommel.
. In addition, the special design of the Enhancer cushion inhibits sacral sitting while enhancing tissue viability. The shape of the cushion gives it ANTI THRUST properties
. The cushion shapes to the user's body providing superior pressure distribution and minimal shear forces while offering the added benefit of progressive positioning.
. No weight limit - suitable for bariatric use
. The Enhancer works best for those who are at moderate to high risk for skin breakdown, need some degree of leg channeling, either abduction / adduction, have poor sitting balance or/and who sacral sit.

COVER
. Universal Cushion Cover meets global flame retardancy standards
. Optional high stretch Lycra custom cover (item code SC) - supply the cushion model and size at the time of ordering. This cover does not meet the same level of flammability protection as the standard Universal Cover

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.
Ensure that the item is not accidentally placed upside down or back to front.

Place Of Manufacture

The Roho Group (United States of America)

Price Guide

Price is from Patient Handling, include 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.