Finding the Best Seat Cushion

Looking for a specific seat cushion isn’t easy. Most mainstream or ‘heavily promoted’ seat cushions are designed for general discomfort and/or back pain. Many medical equipment manufacturers, however, design seat cushions for specific situations or ailments.

Dozens of amazing cushions are available for use. From wheelchairs to recliners, there are seat cushions designed for almost every situation. Some seat cushions are designed to cover multiple specific conditions or discomforts. These cushions are often the best place for people new to seat cushions to start.

Let’s take a look at some of the best seat cushions available and the situations they are great for.

Nova Convoluted Comfort Ring With Cover

Nova Convoluted Foam Ring Cushion. Photo of cushion.

A great donut pillow cushion for daily use! The Nova Convoluted Comfort Ring is made with durable convoluted “egg crate” polyurethane foam that provides comfort, support, and pressure relief.

The Nova Convoluted Comfort Ring Cushion is great for helping with:

  • Lower back pain
  • Preventing pressure sores
  • Relieving hemorrhoid pain
  • Sitting fatigue
  • Post-childbirth discomfort

Convoluted foam provides improved air circulation and conforms to the body to provide comfort & support when sitting for long periods of time. The Nova Convoluted Comfort Ring effectively distributes weight support throughout the entire cushion area.

Nova 3″ Convoluted Foam Wheelchair Cushion

Nova 3 inch Convoluted Foam Wheelchair Cushion. Photo of cushion.

The Nova 3″ Convoluted Foam Wheelchair Cushion provides support and pressure relief. A slip-free seat promotes proper positioning and improves posture. Convoluted foam improves weight distribution and air circulation. This cushion is made from highly resilient convoluted polyurethane foam that provides comfort and durability.

The Nova 3″ Convoluted Foam Wheelchair Cushion is great for helping with:

  • General comfort
  • Support
  • Pressure relief
  • Effectively distributing weight support

The Nova 3″ Convoluted Foam Wheelchair Cushion measures 18″ x 16″ and is built for use with wheelchairs.

Nova Memory Foam Coccyx Cushion

Nova Memory Foam Coccyx Cushion. Photo of cushion.

This Nova Memory Foam Cushion was designed with a coccyx cutout to reduce pressure on the tailbone and spine. The memory foam construction provides a comfortable seating surface, with additional anatomic design features that help promote good posture and stability while seated. The soft and luxurious grey Velour-like fabric cover is removable and machine washable.

  • The memory foam provides 
  • Comfort
  • Support
  • Pressure relief
  • Back & tailbone relief

Nova Gel Foam Wheelchair Cushion

Nova 2 inch Gel Foam Cushion. Photo of cushion.

Take it from Nova–the Gel Foam Wheelchair Cushion is the ultimate support cushion for daily use. The Nova Gel Foam Wheelchair Cushion features a gel foam combination that provides:

  • Pressure relief
  • Minor skin irritation prevention
  • Improved weight distribution.
  • A gel layer that makes the cushion not ‘sink’ like traditional cushions
  • Elevates seat level

This wheelchair cushion has a removable, machine-washable polyester/cotton cover. The cushion also comes with a non-skid bottom & Velcro straps that secure the cushion to the wheelchair and seats.

Nova Molded Foam Comfort Ring Cushion

Nova Molded Foam Comfort Ring Cushion. Photo of cushion.

The Nova Molded Foam Comfort Ring Cushion features molded, high-compression polyurethane foam that conforms to the body. These contours provide comfort and support when sitting for long periods of time. 

The Nova Molded Foam Comfort Ring Cushion helps with:

  • Pressure sores prevention
  • Relief from long periods of uncomfortable sitting

Nova’s  Molded Foam Comfort Ring Cushion is discrete and comfortable to use on any seating surface–great for chairs, cars, and planes!

Nova Comfort Ring Cushion With Fleece Cover

Nova Molded Foam Ring Cushion with Fleece cover. Photo of cushion.

The Nova Comfort Ring Cushion With Fleece Cover is made with molded high-density polyurethane foam–this provides comfort, support, and pressure relief. The Foam Comfort Ring conforms to the body contours and provides support when sitting for long periods of time.

The Nova Comfort Ring Cushion With Fleece Cover helps with:

  • Pressure sores prevention
  • Relief from long periods of uncomfortable sitting
  • Giving additional comfort with a thick fleece surface

Medical Equipment at Oswald’s

Oswald’s is Naperville’s favorite medical equipment provider. Our huge selection includes:

  • Walkers/Rollators
  • Wheelchairs/Transport Chairs
  • Knee Scooters
  • Ramps
  • Mobility Scooters
  • Lift Chairs
  • Hospital Beds
  • Cold Therapy Devices
  • So Much More!

We’re open 7 days a week and our medical equipment team can help answer any questions you have. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to give us a call or send us an email.