Wheelchair Cushion.The Premium Wheelchair Cushion by Tempur-Pedic Medical, Inc., helps in the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers Pressure ulcer Also known as a decubitus ulcer, pressure ulcers are open wounds that form whenever prolonged pressure is applied to skin covering bony outcrops of the body. Patients who are bedridden are at risk of developing pressure ulcers. . All Premium Wheelchair Cushions are made with energy-absorbing TEMPUR[R] viscoelastic Adj. 1. viscoelastic - having viscous as well as elastic properties natural philosophy, physics - the science of matter and energy and their interactions; "his favorite subject was physics" material, which provides uniform pressure distribution by molding and contouring to the body with minimal shear force shear force Force acting on a substance in a direction perpendicular to the extension of the substance, as for example the pressure of air along the front of an airplane wing. Shear forces often result in shear strain. . It helps to maintain proper positioning while facilitating leg abduction Abduction Balfour, David expecting inheritance, kidnapped by uncle. [Br. Lit.: Kidnapped] Bertram, Henry kidnapped at age five; taken from Scotland. [Br. Lit. . [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tempur-Pedic Medical Wheelchair Cushions eliminate the need for a solid-seat insert and reverse the "sag" effect of sling chairs. The cushions are maintenance free, lightweight, and portable. CIRCLE 89 ON READER SERVICE CARD |
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