Hudson Medical Bariatric 3 Comfort Guard - Manual (Page 2)

Use and Application of Pressure EEZ® Comfort Guard™
for Positioning, Pressure Relief and Comfort
The Comfort Guard™ Cushion is designed to
position the client while seated providing correct
seating posture, maximum seating comfort, and
pressure relief.
Remember, no cushion can eliminate seating
pressure or totally prevent pressure sores, therefore,
you should regularly check for skin redness as a
noted indicator of tissue breakdown. The Comfort
Guard™ may be used in a sling seat wheelchair or
with a solid seat insert or a Hudson Seat Mate
SM265.
The Comfort Guard™ Cushion has a moisture resistant cover designed to
repel fluids but it should not be submerged in water or used as a bathtub
seating product. Replacement covers are available from your Hudson dealer.
Size Selection of the Pressure EEZ® Comfort Guard™
Wheelchair Cushion
Simply select the cushion that would match the width of your hips when
seated. Cushion size should not be determined by the wheelchair seat width.
Improper cushion fit will affect the performance of pressure distribution of
the cushion and its proper positioning support of the body.
The length of the cushion should be determined by placing the cushion at
the back of the wheelchair while the length extends to the front within 1" to
2" from the back of the knees. The ischial tuberosities (sitting bones) should
be centered in the seat in the center of the back seating area.
The footrest should be adjusted properly in order to enhance seating
comfort and help to lower peak seating pressures.
In order to prevent the Comfort Guard™ Cushion from sliding on the
wheelchair upholstery, especially during transfers, follow these instructions.
Molded Foam Core with Progressive
Support Technology (PST)
PST produces the right degree of cushion
firmness. Smaller, lightweight clients receive a
softer more compliant cushion, average weight
clients a medium firmness and larger heavier
clients receive a firmer more supportive cushion.
The unique construction of high resilient (HR)
molded foam provides maximum stabilization,
positioning, pressure relief and correct seating
posture.
Protective Inner Liner
Inner liner is a durable, soft, sealed, mois-
ture proof membrane to provide protection
from incontinence and ease of cleaning. Air
vents permit evacuation of air when seated to
provide comfort.
The Pressure EEZ® Comfort Guard™
Cushion Cover
Outer cover is a removable, washable,
flame retardant, stretch polyester knit to
reduce interface pressure and shearing. It is
constructed with a vapor permeable moisture
proof urethane backing and a non-slip bottom
for comfort and safety.
A Comfortable Molded Contoured Foam Cushion with a
Protective Inner Liner, Designed to Provide Seating Stability &
Comfort for Clients who are at Low Risk for Skin Breakdown
COMFORT
GUARD
COMFORT
GUARD
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Firmness Cushion Width
Soft 10" to 14"
Medium 16" to 18"
Firm 20" to 24"
PST SIZE RANGES
HUDSON
2” Wheelchair Cushion
Step 1. Thoroughly clean the surface of the
wheelchair seat.
Step 2. Peel off the paper backing of the Velcro®
strip provided and place 2" from the front, in the
center of the wheelchair seat, as shown.
Step 3. Place the cushion on the wheelchair. The
Velcro® strip on the bottom of the upholstered
Comfort Guard™ Cushion as well as the non-slip
surface and the Velcro® strip placed on the seat
will prevent sliding when changing body position
while seated.