Wheelchair Cushion Monitor.

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Description The wheelchair cushion monitor has the ability to monitor pressure relief, physical activity, and manage the body weight of a patient seated on the cushion. It can be use with either a manual or powered wheelchair and will continuously monitor and provide feedback to the patient and/or caregiver about whether or not the patient is engaging in pressure relief activities while seated. The device relays whether the patient’s activities are in accordance with clinical guidelines for pressure relief, an estimate of the energy expended by the patient, and the weight and weight distribution of the patient seated on the assembly. Technology Novel cushion monitoring system; Detects prolonged pressure areas Automatically mechanically adjusts patients to prevent pressure ulcers Displays real time feedback to devices such as smartphones or tablets Advantages Automatic detection and adjusting of patients Real time feedback through user-friendly devices Measures patients body weight and physical activities-Does not require removing patient from chair Work with both manual and powered chairs Sources http://ott.ua.edu/portfolio-item/uaipd-13-0042-wheelchair-cushion-monitor-2/