The Top 5 Best Wheelchair Cushions for Ulcer Prevention

After hundreds of hours of testing, we break down our list of the top 5 best wheelchair cushions for ulcer prevention. Learn more and view prices at the following links:

#5 Econo Gel - http://bit.ly/2zSd6cz
#4 ROHO Contour Select - http://bit.ly/2CeekgW
#3 ROHO AirLITE - http://bit.ly/2jD1uAa
#2 Jay Union - http://bit.ly/2BY9AuL
#1 Maxx Gel - http://bit.ly/2B0GVEd

We put over $5K worth of wheelchair cushions through our 70 point test, so be sure to check out our other reviews and buying guides for more information so that you can make the best choice for your wheelchair cushion.

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While all wheelchair users may experience skin deterioration over time, if you’re at particularly high risk of developing an ulcer, finding the appropriate wheelchair cushion is critical. That’s why we put over $5000 worth of cushions through our 70 point test to whittle them down to the best of the best.

These are our picks for the 5 best wheelchair cushions for ulcer prevention.

Starting things off affordably at number five is the Super Soft Econo Gel wheelchair cushion from Skil-Care. While it may lack the advanced features showcased in the rest of this countdown, the Econo Gel gets the basics right by combining a soft foam exterior with a very large gel bladder that spans the entirety of the cushion. A waterfall front and soft, easy to clean cover round out The Super Soft Econo Gel Wheelchair Cushion, which at just $60 won our pick for the best value of ANY wheelchair cushion we tested.

Coming in at number four, the ROHO Contour Select wheelchair cushion takes modern air technology to new heights. First, the cushion is divided into 4 quadrants that can each be inflated to different levels of tension while the complex-sounding but simple to operate ISOFLO Memory Control Unit lets you easily adjust air distribution between them. The individual air cells then distribute pressure evenly within each quadrant to totally immerse your posterior. Finally, the cells are contoured to keep your pelvis centered and stable in an upright, aligned position. An incredible cover and a price of just over $350 wrap up the ROHO Contour Select Wheelchair Cushion in a package that not only dominated the air category but became our pick for the best wheelchair cushion overall.

ROHO also takes the number three spot on this list with the ROHO AirLITE wheelchair cushion. Composed of a softer-than-usual high density molded foam, the AirLITE cascades in the front to reduce pressure on your legs and make transfers easier, has femur troughs for better positioning, and a well in the back that’s designed to reduce pressure on your ischium. The bottom of that ischial well is supported by an air flotation insert that makes sure this high risk area doesn’t break down over time. A soft, easy to clean cover and a price tag just over $250 make the ROHO AirLITE a fantastic choice for your positioning needs.


Number two on our list takes foam layering technology to the next level. The Jay Union wheelchair cushion from Sunrise Medical combines four layers of foam to create a cushion with a sturdy base, contoured positioning mid section, a super soft low shear top, and another layer that has a liquid filled well for supporting your tailbone. Even the Union’s cover has two layers with the inner layer designed to be totally waterproof and the outer layer designed to be comfortable, breathable, and even anti bacterial. At just over $300, the Jay Union wheelchair cushion earned our pick for the most advanced wheelchair cushion in the foam category.

And finally, our pick for the best wheelchair cushion for ulcer prevention is the Maxx Gel wheelchair cushion from The Comfort Company. Four layers of foam provide the stability, structure, and basic comfort of the Maxx Gel - including a super soft top layer, contoured positioning middle layer, and a pelvic well filled with a proprietary gel insert that conforms to your pelvis and reduces pressure on any bony prominences. Add to that The Comfort Company’s stylish cover options and you’ve got a pressure reducing, ulcer-avoiding, beast of a wheelchair cushion. At around $250, the Maxx Gel wheelchair cushion was also our pick for the very best wheelchair cushion in the gel category.

So there you have it, our picks for the five best wheelchair cushions for ulcer prevention.