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Pressure sore relief for people who have tried everything else.
Scientifically Proven
Pressure Sore Relief
A recent study and case examples have illustrated how the Foam Cut Out system provides improved pelvic stability, posture, and crucial off-loading of bony prominences.
The secret lies in our unique design: a 4” high cushion made of Polyurethane, with the density of 0.07 g/cm^3 (5 lb. foam), topped with 3” of high-density material beneath 1” of softer, lower-density foam at 0.03 g/cm^3 (4 lb. foam).
This innovative structure is proven to offer the best case reduction in tissue deformation, as indicated by MRI studies, surpassing other off-loading cushions available in the market.
Introducing a seat cushion customized to you.
Discover Off Loading Clinically Proven for Relief
Proven to significantly reduce the severity and frequency of pressure sores for a wide range of wheelchair users.
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For All Wheelchair Users
Newly Injured​
Just Out of Rehab
Aging Wheelchair Users
Reoccuring Pressure Sore Sufferes
Individuals With Active Pressure Sores
Proven Results, Trusted by Experts
Transforming Lives at Rancho Los Amigos
Our FCC System has shown outstanding success, especially at the renowned Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center in Downey, California. Known for its effectiveness in preventing pressure injuries, Foam Cut Out Cushions (FCCs) are designed to alleviate pressure from high-risk areas completely.
The Science Behind Comfort
We address the root cause of pressure sores.
Pressure Sore Origins
Pressure sores are the result of an area of skin or underlying tissue that has been damaged due to the loss of blood flow. This is often caused by pressure from the sitting bone pushing through the tissue into the seat cushion.
Most Pressure Sore Solutions
Most solutions don’t solve the root problem. Instead they immerse the bony pelvis in a medium like air, gel or memory foam but do not fully offload the bones at high risk. They do not address the issue's root because there is still pressure on the affected area.
The FCC System Solves the Root Cause
To address the root of pressure scores, you must unweight your specific pressure areas COMPLETELY. This spreads the pressure more broadly and comfortably. We do this by cutting holes for your high-pressure spots and unweighting them completely. This redistributes the pressure under the bony areas to areas of higher tolerance like the thighs and soft tissues. Complete off loading is done by removing the foam directly under the pelvis.
Important Concepts
Off-Loading vs. Immersion
There are 2 main concepts of pressure relief in cushions: off-loading and immersion.
The concept of immersion aims to minimize pressure beneath bony prominences by distributing the pressure more evenly over larger surfaces (Fig. 1).
On the other hand, the concept of off-loading involves completely unweighting high-risk areas, such as bony prominences, by recessing the surface beneath the sitting area. This redistribution of pressure directs it toward larger and less bony structures, such as the posterior thighs and trochanters.
Immersion
Pressures under pelvis are distributed evenly. ​
The immersion technique, becoming more accessible in the early 1980s with the advent of off-the-shelf cushions, uses mediums like air, gel, or fluid for pelvis support. This method surrounds the bony prominences, allowing for an even distribution of pressure, which is essential in preventing skin breakdown. While this technique provides a broad application for pressure relief, advancements in pressure mapping have shown that it does not effectively predict tissue deformation, which can lead to pressure injuries.
Off-Loading
Pressures are redistributed to soft tissues and trochanters.
​Developed by John Rogers and Dr. Shannon Stauffer, the off-loading technique involves custom-fitting cushions (FCCs) to alleviate pressure on bony prominences by redistributing weight. This method was instrumental in drastically reducing pressure injuries among individuals with SCI and the elderly in nursing homes. Current research, including studies utilizing MRI and pressure mapping, confirms the effectiveness of off-loading cushions like the RIDE™ orthotic-style cushion in preventing tissue deformation and enhancing comfort for individuals with unique anatomical needs.