Vive Alternating Pressure Pad for Wheelchairs – Ulcer & Bed Sore Prevention – Pain Relief Cushion for Pressure Relief – Fits Wheelchair Seats 18″ & Wider – Rechargeable Air Pump Included
$279.99
| Brand | Vive |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Color | Black |
| Size | 1 count (pack of 1) |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Use for | Back |
| Material | Latex |
| Product Care Instructions | Wipe down the Vive alternating seat cushion with a damp cloth and mild detergent or disinfectant solution |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Item Weight | 3.2 Pounds |
| Variety | Seat Cushion |
| Material Type Free | Latex Free |
| Fabric Type | 100% Nylon 100% Tpu |
| Model Name | Vive Alternating Seat Cushion |
| UPC | 810041988096 |
| Manufacturer | Vive Health |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00810041988096 |
| Product Dimensions | 18 x 18 x 3 inches |
| Item Weight | 3.2 pounds |
| ASIN | B09M4YJXR6 |
| Item model number | CSH1084BLK |
| Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
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| Date First Available | November 17, 2021 |
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Customers say
Customers find the cushion quality positive, with one noting it’s fabulous for pressure relief. The functionality and comfort receive mixed feedback – while some say it works well and is comfortable, others report it stops working and find it uncomfortable. Moreover, the battery life and support level also get mixed reviews, with some saying it lasts all day while others report issues, and one customer noting it’s unstable for transfers. Additionally, the value for money receives positive feedback, with one customer mentioning it’s worth the money to avoid pressure sores.
8 reviews for Vive Alternating Pressure Pad for Wheelchairs – Ulcer & Bed Sore Prevention – Pain Relief Cushion for Pressure Relief – Fits Wheelchair Seats 18″ & Wider – Rechargeable Air Pump Included
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Vive Alternating Pressure Pad for Wheelchairs – Ulcer & Bed Sore Prevention – Pain Relief Cushion for Pressure Relief – Fits Wheelchair Seats 18″ & Wider – Rechargeable Air Pump Included
$279.99
AnniMeade –
Has definitely helped with his pressure sores.
We’ve been using this for over a year now. It’s very durable. Works perfectly, day in and day out. Has definitely helped with his pressure sores. Using this cushion as well as the Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing Cream all the time, and his sores have been healed up for the past six months or more. I’m very impressed.I do put a cushioned pad over it because the edge of the air cushion hurts his leg. It’s not very comfortable by itself. The extra padding doesn’t diminish the effectiveness of the alternating air cells. We’ve tried many many different seat cushions and this has worked out the best, by far.
JS –
Incredible help for wheelchair-bound persons
I bought this cushion for my wife who has both scoliosis and MS. She has been in a wheelchair for a number of years and has used a variety of cushion types – solid gel, gel and foam, waffle, fixed-pressure air cell, donut, etc. – without consistent success. For the past few years, we had to swap between different types throughout the day to prevent soreness and minimize irritations.She’s been using the Vive alternating cushion for just over a month. While we were somewhat skeptical initially about what good it could do (especially since there were no Amazon reviews when we purchased it), it has actually been an incredible help for her. We both noticed the dramatic improvement immediately, and the soreness she felt while sitting for more than a few hours is completely gone. Furthermore, the cushion has actually accommodated her poor posture better so that she has considerably less upper body fatigue too.A few of the positives:• We’ve been getting 13 hours per charge spread across 2 days (the specs suggested 6-6.5 hours was more likely).• If the battery fully drains while the device is on, it will lock to prevent the cushion from deflating from its current setting (although we haven’t had this happen yet).• The whole cushion is comprised of the air cells. Instead of being a few chambers bordered by foam, the fact that it is the whole 17 x 17 cushion supports her body better.One con (with a work-around):• The cushion is supposed to be aligned so that the cells stretch across the seat from left to right. Given the limitations with her disability, when the pump is set on alternating pressure it will actually walk her forward a little bit. We simply rotated the cushion so that the tubes run lengthwise from front to back, and although it might look odd when a few of the chambers are deflated, it works just as well and she isn’t shifted out of her proper posture.We used to drape a mattress-sized alternating pressure pad over an armchair for her to sit on during the evening, and while that clumsy modification did work pretty well, it pales in comparison to the comfort and relief she experiences with the Vive cushion (and its 3.5-inch chambers are better than the 2.5-inch ones the mattress pad uses).Regarding physical disabilities, each person of course experiences their own problems differently than another person would, but for my wife I can certify after these weeks that this product has been nothing short of a life saver for her.
Carol A. Coffelt –
Great if you want a hard pad to sit on.
The product arrived on time and the instructions were clear. It was easy to set up. The product was however was not good for what it is intended for.. the inflated pad was hard and had no give. I felt no movement of air at all and my bum fell asleep in far less than 30 minutes. It also made me kind of unstable because I felt like I was going to fall off. I definately would NOT recommend this one.
Kitcat –
Real relief
Great relief on pressure areas.
terri –
please improve
Great cushion we went through many till this one! I just wish there was buckle to hook the cushion .I have to close his chair to get it in my car! It’s a pain in the butt!
gg W. –
Excellent use under sensitive legs in bed
I have bought 2 of these so far. My legs and feet are very sensitive to pressure and this alternating cushion under my lower legs and heels has worked better than any other contraption I have tried in the past. I use the Mode time of 10 min and Low pressure settings and place the cushion where the inflatable tubes are perpendicular to my leg. I am able to sleep all night without discomfort. Because only the weight of my legs are on the cushion and the air pump doesn’t have to work as hard, the batteries last 3 nights before needing charging. Highly recommended for those who can’t tolerate their heels on any surface while in bed.
Lee –
Uncomfortable to sit on – returned
We returned this item. We really wanted this to work for my 91 year old mother. It only has five chambers in the cushion and two inflate then the other three inflate. You could set the cycle frequency to every 10 or 20 minutes. Even on the lowest pressure the air chambers would get so hard her legs went numb. I put it on my chair to evaluate it and had the same impression.The battery and pump work well and are not the problem. The seat cushion needs to be redesigned. This five chamber design makes it so there is too much pressure in too small of an area because it only has all the pressure in only two or three chambers which are alternately inflated at a time. They get uncomfortably hard. It would probably work if it had at least eight smaller chambers to spread out the weight inflating 4 at a time or a better air chamber pattern such as the Vive Alternating Pressure Pad mattress, which is used on beds, which I highly endorse.I work in the medical profession and a dynamic alternating cushion is needed for the many wheelchair or chair bound patients. This has potential but needs a little modification to the cushion to spread out the patients weight and make it more comfortable for pressure sore prevention for longer periods of time.
Mary J Hinely –
Works Well
My son is totally wheelchair bound and always complains of pain in his backside. Also gets sore spots from sitting so much. I have tried every kind of pillow, cushion to relieve his pain. I saw this and said lets give it a try. It doesn’t take all the pain away for him but it makes him a lot more comfortable. It was well worth the money.