3D cushion for stability and support
EXGEL OWL CUSHION CONTOUR
- 7.5cm
- 3D type (regular)
- Owl pattern
- Distribute body pressure
- Posture maintenance
- 7.5cm
- 3D type (regular)
- Owl pattern
- Distribute body pressure
- Posture maintenance
A 3D cushion that helps keep a stable sitting posture
EXGEL cushions have had 20 years of success as wheelchair cushions. They are highly acclaimed for their effectiveness in body pressure distribution and bedsore prevention.
When seated in a wheelchair for a long period of time, people complain of buttocks pain and gradual sliding of the buttocks to the front. The EXGEL OWL CUSHION features six types of cushions to match the body type and condition of the user.
EXGEL OWL CUSHION CONTOUR is highly recommended for those who have some difficulty supporting their torso on their own and tend to slide forward or are unable to maintain a stable sitting posture for a long period of time.
3D form to hold the pelvis and prevent forward sliding movements
This cushion cradles and holds the ischium area, where pressure is exerted the most, and stabilizes your pelvis.The front edge of the cushion is thicker to prevent forward sliding movements. It also prevents the pelvis from tilting forward and helps maintain a stable sitting posture.
The bottom is tapered to fit into wheelchair sling seats.
Posture support functions that guide the body to its optimal position
FEATURES
Safe and user-friendly through the use of carefully selected materials
EXGEL prevents bottoming out
The extremely soft EXGEL provides cradling support to the ischium area.
It is an excellent gel material that resists deterioration over time and enables sitting without bottoming out.
A user-friendly design that prevents incorrect use
The shape of the cushion, together with its curves, conforms to the body and allows for breathability.
Stretchable material that fits your body
The surface material is made from high-quality synthetic leather that is very supple and stretchable. It brings out the most of the soft feel of EXGEL.
*Dirt and stains can be wiped away with water, detergent, or alcohol.
A simple design that needs no adjustments
This cushion does not require any difficult adjustments.
It just needs to be set on the wheelchair before use.
Different sizes are available to match the size of the wheelchair (400mm/380mm/360mm wide).
Safe to use in caregiving settings
The accompanying stretchable cover uses a smooth fabric that prevents sweating. The bottom features an insulating layer, as well as a waterproofing film for protection against incontinence. The material used for the cover has passed the flammability standard for medical devices in the US (California Technical Bulletin 117).
Slip-resistant bottom
The bottom of the cover features a slip-resistant design that prevents the cushion from sliding off and supports a stable sitting position.
Label to identify the front and back
The cover has a label placed in a conspicuous location in order to prevent misusing.
SPECIFICATION
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Product Code
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OWL23-BK1-4040 |
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Product Code
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OWL23-BK1-3840 |
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Product Code
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OWL23-BK1-3640 |
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*Product specifications, design, and other details shown on this website may change without prior notice.
*Product size and weight may vary.
SUPPORT
Performance: Vertical Force
When you sit for extended periods, you constantly apply a vertical force on your buttocks.
EXGEL demonstrated over 10 times the impact absorption performance of standard urethane foam in in-house tests.
It gently absorbs and distributes the shock from when you first sit down and the pressure when you sit for extended periods.
A golf ball is dropped from a 1-meter height. The ball bounces about half that height when dropped onto urethane foam; with EXGEL, the ball barely bounces at all, and the impact is absorbed.
Demonstration: Lateral Force
The body unconsciously and repeatedly shifts when we sit.
Tests of this lateral shifting showed that EXGEL can reduce the pressure on the buttocks because the gel freely moves along with the movement of the buttocks.
When a peach is pressed and moved sideways on urethane foam, its skin gets damaged from the friction produced; with EXGEL, no damage occurs.
Demonstration: Force Distribution
Pressure concentrates in a single spot when we sit, which leads to fatigue or pain.
EXGEL is an extremely flexible material
that redistributes the body pressure and alleviates a burden.
The optimal combination of EXGEL and urethane foam
This cushion combines the fluidity of EXGEL and the lightness of urethane foam in a layered structure. It contains high-quality urethane foam for lightness while maximizing the qualities of EXGEL. This was developed with the goal of creating top-of-the-line cushions for wheelchairs.
Reliability that meets global standards
EXGEL has been certified with Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex, a label for products that meet internationally unified safety standards.
Products with EXGEL are also manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management certification.
EXGEL OWL CUSHION was developed in collaboration with rehabilitation specialists.
Our center works together with corporations and universities in developing devices that support the lifestyle of persons with disabilities.
Aiming to create a wheelchair cushion with excellent pressure distribution, we proposed a material that can adjust to body movements and a shape that can maintain posture. We also developed a variety of cushions to match each person’s condition.
Try any of our cushions and use it anytime you need it.
Yokohama Rehabilitation Services
Research and Development Department Technical Advisor
Mr. Hiroshi Iijima
