As a caregiver, it can be challenging to find comfortable seating for the person in your care, especially when you’re caring for people with limited mobility who spend long hours sitting down. The right seat and back cushions can alleviate pain and fatigue, improve posture, and prevent injuries. In turn, that helps you provide the best possible care and limit your stress and burnout.
At NOVA, we believe that “one size does not fit all,” so we’ve created a wide variety of seat cushions, back cushions and wedge pillows that are suited to different types of medical and comfort needs. You can use this brief guide to help you find the perfect NOVA cushion for the person you’re caring for.
Most of these cushions are designed for all sorts of different uses, including:
- Wheelchairs and transport chairs
- Rollator seats
- Car seats
- Airplane seats
- Desk and dining room seats
- Sofas
- Armchairs
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Wheelchair and Transport Chair Cushions
A good wheelchair seat cushion can make a significant difference in their daily life, providing the necessary support and reducing discomfort. Unfortunately, many older adults abandon their wheelchairs or rollators due to pain and discomfort associated with prolonged sitting.
- Gel Cushions: These cushions offer excellent pressure relief and temperature regulation, making them a popular choice for people with sensitive skin or pressure sores.
- Memory Foam Cushions: Known for their ability to conform to the body’s shape, memory foam cushions provide personalized support and can help alleviate pain and discomfort.
- Inflatable Cushions: Inflatable cushions allow you to adjust the firmness of the cushion, and are ideal if the person you’re caring for has changing needs or requires frequent adjustments. NOVA’s inflatable cushions do not require an air pump; some of our cushions can be inflated simply by blowing air into the cushion, while others feature a small and easy-to-use hand pump.
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Coccyx Cushions
Coccyx cushions are designed to alleviate pressure on the tailbone, which makes them perfect for people dealing with tailbone aches and pains. We produce a few different types of coccyx cushions that include:
- Donut Cushions: This classic design features a circular cutout in the center, which effectively relieves pressure on the tailbone.
- Inflatable Donut Cushions: These are similar to donut cushions, but they offer adjustable support so you can customize the level of pressure relief.
- Wedge Cushions: Wedge cushions are most commonly used for posture correction, but there are some models that feature a cutout in the tailbone area to alleviate pressure from that area.
NOVA Memory Foam Coccyx Cushion
NOVA Coccyx Gel Foam Car & Seat Cushion (Wedge Cushion with Coccyx Relief)
Lumbar Support Cushions
Lumbar support cushions are designed to provide targeted support for the lower back, a common area of discomfort for people with limited mobility.
These cushions typically feature a contoured shape that aligns the spine and promotes proper posture, reducing strain on the muscles and relieving pain.
Swivel Cushions
Swivel cushions are an excellent option for people with limited mobility, especially those who struggle to enter and exit vehicles. These cushions incorporate a rotating base, allowing users to easily turn from side to side without having to fully stand up.
A swiveling cushion is a great tool for empowering the person in your care while also reducing strain on their joints.
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Cushions Make Everyday Life Much More Comfortable
In everyday life, a cushion can make you feel so much better. Think of the long hours sitting in the office, uncomfortable car or plane ride, or the hard bench at a football game or concert. Cushions make these life events much more comfortable.
The NOVA Happy Tush Cushion is ideal for everyday life. It is easy to travel with, folds to carry in a bag and comes with a convenient handle.
See the Happy Tush Cushions in Standard, Extra Wide, and Coccyx Cutout formats!
Where Can You Shop for Seat and Back Cushions?
The best way to find the perfect seat and back cushion for the person you’re caring for is to try it out in person! You can find our NOVA cushions at a local pharmacy or HME store in your area; just use our NOVA dealer locator.
You can also visit our NOVAJoy site to browse the different types of seat and back cushions that we offer.
