Description: The Conform 5cm single valve air cushion is designed for moderate to at risk prevention from pressure sores. The cushions are designed for active wheelchair users who have the ability to sit symmetrically and correct their own seating position, but are at risk of skin breakdown. The cells when inflated conform to the body's shape and offer comfort for your bum when sitting for long periods whilst travelling, when sitting at home or in the office. This cushion has shock and impact absorbing properties. The cushions are supplied with cover and pump and are machine washable. Conform cushions carry a 2-year manufacturers warranty.
Product Code - Detail
SKN3540 - Conform cushion 5cm height - 34 x 39cm / 13½" x 15¼"
SKN4040 - Conform cushion 5cm height - 39 x 39cm / 15¼" x 15¼"
SKN4540 - Conform cushion 5cm height - 44 x 39cm / 17½" x 15¼"
Design and Materials
Conform air cushions are constructed of individual seven sided rubber air cells. The unique shape allows each air cell to move independently in any direction but will not allow the cell to collapse. Each cell is interconnected through interlinked air channels, allowing free movement of air from one cell to another. The bottleneck design at the base of each cell allows for the use of the Conform accessories. Conform air cushions are manufactured from natural rubber 24-015NK:green. This medical rubber was chosen for it's inherent properties of strength and durability. It is supple and soft to the touch, but elastic and stretchable which greatly improves the interface pressures and friction and shearing forces. Each cell is able to stretch yet will not tear or become solid if over inflated.
Rubber contrary to man-made materials is heat bonded and not glued. Glue ages and cracks allowing air to escape, heat bonding assures the cushions longevity. This advanced material choice therefore assures a more durable and reliable product. Conform air cushions have a two year manufacturer's warranty. Rubber was also chosen because it is machine washable and environmentally friendly, it requires no special disposal measures. Due to the special purification of this material with a maximum content protein less than 10 µg/g of material, chances for allergenic reactions are negligible (test of BFGA, Institute at the Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany http://www.bgfa.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/e/index.php
The Conform cushion cover supplied with each cushion will protect the cushion from general wear and tear. It is zipped and has a non-slip base with a multi-stretch cotton top to assure stability and consistent pressure relief performance.
The cushion is inflated using a standard hand pump. By immersing your body into the cushion, each air cell conforms independently and adapts itself to your body contours. The high pressures normally created when we sit are evenly distributed over the entire surface area of the cushion, and away from our bony prominences. Skin break down can be prevented and the healing process of existing pressure sores can be improved.
The bottleneck design at the base of each cell allows for localised airflow, which is vital in the care of sores. It prevents heat build up as it allows for ventilation due to air being able to circulate at all times when you are seated on the cushion. Moist skin is more prone to break. The cells design allows for the use of the cover plate. You can depress individual cells if a pressure sore is present to reduce contact under that area, to speed up the healing process and to allow you to spend more time sitting whilst the sore heals
General Information
Conform air cushion and mattress systems are available on UK wide contract through the National Health Service via your local Wheelchair Service or Community Care Department and Social Services.
Technical Specifications:
The Klinikum Osnabruck, Germany confirms the effectiveness of the Conform air cushion and mattress systems when used in the treatment of stage 3 and 4 pressure sores. The test centre for medical equipment at the Technical University of Berlin, Germany confirmed maximum interface pressure measurements of 22.5mm HG at the shoulder and trochanter/buttock area when testing the effectiveness of the Conform air mattress system.
without Conform Cushion with Conform Cushion
DIN EN 21-2 (TUV Certificate Number 70/940/11.D00196E/95)
ISO 7176-16 (TUV Testreport Number M21100082 E 01)
Conform air systems are CE marked in accordance with the European Directive 93/42/EEC
Conform air mattresses and cushions are a medical product as per EEC No: 93/42/EEC. Conform air systems do not enter the body in any way and are therefore not an invasive medical product and are class 1 medical products.
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