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How to Read This Comparo Wheelchair seat s are arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, then by (model) name. manufacturers self-reported the data in the listed categories.

1 How to Read This Comparo Wheelchair seat s are arranged alphabetically by manufacturer, then by (model) name. manufacturers self-reported the data in the listed categories. An indicates no information on this category was available, or the category did not apply to a particular. Manufacturers have reported the Medicare HCPCS code(s) that each was qualified for at the time we went to press. width, depth and height measurements are listed in inches. capacities and weights are listed in pounds. Construction of s refers to the standard (s) available unless otherwise noted. s and data are listed as space permits and may be abbreviated for space limitations. In some cases, additional sizes, accessories, options, applications, etc., are not listed in the comparo grid, but are available from the manufacturer. This comparo gives clinicians and assistive technology professionals a starting point when researching wheelchair seat s for a variety of client needs. For complete information on a specific, please contact the corresponding manufacturer in the Source List. l

Aquila Corp. Alex Orthopedic Contour with lift APK2 18" 16" 3" to 5" 250 lbs. Incontinence E2609 Unlimited Unlimited 3.5" standard, 2.

(3" height) Incontinence, inflatable pelvic positioning pad, moisture control fan, alternating lumbar or full back pad, remote control 3 lbs.

non-slip bottom Need help with circulation Currently have any stage of pressure sore or are at high risk for developing pressure sores Comparo 2014 Comfort Company Vector X E2624/2625 From 16" to

Air Comfort-Tek or Stretch- Air is standard Need a high level of skin protection with positioning and prefer ready-touse, stable, lightweight and low-maintenance air Drive Medical Convo-Gel

Fluid-resistant, low-shear stretch nylon with tie straps to secure to wheelchair High-density convoluted foam encapsulating a dual-chamber gel bladder Low-shear, fluidresistant stretch nylon on top

2 Aquila Corp. Alex Orthopedic Contour with lift APK2 18" 16" 3" to 5" 250 lbs. Incontinence E2609 Unlimited Unlimited 3.5" standard, 2.5" minimum; no maximum Unlimited Anti-microbial, controller, tube sleeve 2.5 lbs. (3" height) Incontinence, inflatable pelvic positioning pad, moisture control fan, alternating lumbar or full back pad, remote control 3 lbs. on average Foam has hollow center filled with gel that s encased in a durable, resistant Waterproof foam exterior with internal alternating air bladders Includes zipper Anti-microbial stretch top and non-slip bottom Need help with circulation Currently have any stage of pressure sore or are at high risk for developing pressure sores Comparo 2014 Comfort Company Vector X E2624/2625 From 16" to From 16" to 3.5" 550 lbs. Comfort-Tek or Stretch-Air, mesh liner and Comfort Air cells Glidewear upgrade, extra, incontinence liner, replacement Comfort Air cells, rigidizer 1.8 to 3.7 lbs. Air Comfort-Tek or Stretch- Air is standard Need a high level of skin protection with positioning and prefer ready-touse, stable, lightweight and low-maintenance air Drive Medical Convo-Gel E2603/ ", 18", 22 ", 16", 18", 3" 500 lbs. Fluid-resistant, low-shear stretch nylon with tie straps to secure to wheelchair High-density convoluted foam encapsulating a dual-chamber gel bladder Low-shear, fluidresistant stretch nylon on top with - vinyl bottom Have high risk of developing or have an existing pressure ulcer Dynamic Systems Pudgee E2603/ ," 18" 16", 18",.5" to 3" Unlimited if used atop a SunMate Dureflex waterproof film, Dartex or Stretch-4 slip, stretch-knit fabric slip, waterproof coating 2.6 to 6 lbs. HD/HR polyurethane viscoelastic gel foam Removable, washable stretch fabric slip or removable waterproof Dartex or Stretch-4 slip Have or are at high risk for pressure ulcers or skin breakdown Dynamic Systems SunMate E2601/E " or custom 16", 18", custom 0.25" to 4" No limit Nonhalogenated fire-retardant additive (optional) Dureflex waterproof film, Dartex or Stretch-4, stretch-knit fabric, contouring, waterproof coating.5 to 4 lbs. HD/HR polyurethane viscoelastic foam Removable, washable stretch fabric slip or removable waterproof Dartex or Stretch-4 slip Require body support, positioning and pressure relief

Invacare Corp. Invacare Corp. Matrx Flo-tech Matrx Vi/Kid*ab*ra E2622/2623 14-20- E2607/2608 12", 14" peds; 14", 16", 18",, 22" 18-30" 14-21" 18",, 22" 12", 14" peds; 15-18- 3.75" 300 lbs.

Moisture-resistant Platilon inner liner; moisture-resistant, breathable outer with non-slip base, hook & loop fasteners and lifting strap Moisture-resistant, zippered inner ; moisture-resistant,

3 Invacare Corp. Invacare Corp. Matrx Flo-tech Matrx Vi/Kid*ab*ra E2622/ E2607/ ", 14" peds; 14", 16", 18",, 22" 18-30" 14-21" 18",, 22" 12", 14" peds; " 300 lbs. standard, 500 lbs. 3" peds; 150 lbs. peds; 3.75" 300 lbs. 600 lbs. standard/ Fit Kit Components 7 lbs. & up Custom modifications, drop base, rigidizer, pelvic obliquity kit 1.5 lbs. & up, peds; 3 lbs. & up 4 lbs. & up Combination of molded HR foam and dual layer fluid sacs 3-part foam construction: Soft, High Resilient foam in top; elastic ischial relief foam (insert molded visco); firm HR foam in bottom Moisture-resistant Platilon inner liner; moisture-resistant, breathable outer with non-slip base, hook & loop fasteners and lifting strap Moisture-resistant, zippered inner ; moisture-resistant, breathable outer Are at very high risk of skin breakdown or require orthopaedic accommodation/correction with positioning accessories Have moderate to high risk of skin breakdown Invacare Corp. Matrx PS E2605/E ", 12", 14" peds; 16", 18", 21-30" 10", 12, 14, 16" peds; 16", 18", 16-30" 3.5" 150 lbs. peds; 300 lbs. 600 lbs. Custom modifications, rigidizer, pelvic obliquity kit 1 lb. & up Anatomically molded High Resilient (HR) foam with waffled ischial relief area Moisture-resistant inner and reversible, Dartex outer Require superior positioning, stability and comfort Ottobock Healthcare Ottobock Healthcare NUTEC OBSS Ortho-Shape E2609/E2617 Custom Custom Custom No limit Mounting hardware, foam, fabric, positioning accessories E2609/E2617 Custom Custom Custom No limit ABS molded shell, Plastazote Liners, leg-length discrepancy accommodation, mounting joints Quick-release hardware, positioning trays Soft spots for areas of extreme pressure risk, double-reinforced ABS shell, mounting hardware, extra liners Varies by size Varies by size Primarily wood and foam Primarily foam and ABS Fabric Trevira CS Surface Fabric (polyester) Have positioning needs that require a high degree of adjustability and growth potential Have the most complex positioning & pressure management needs but also require adjustability due to changing positioning needs or physical growth Ottobock Healthcare Terra E " to 16" to 18" 3.5" from lateral edge 300 lbs. 1.8 lbs. Rest Suspension Foam Dartex fabric, easy-toopen corner-to-corner zipper with ergonomical zipper pull Require a lightweight foam with skin protection and positioning

Physipro Physipro RESOLVE ULTRA E2607/E2608 E2607/E2608 2.5" 300 lbs. (14- widths); 500 lbs.

(21- widths) Cover and incontinence Cover and incontinence Canvas cut, antithrust wedge, adductor, abductor, pelvic obliquity wedge and lateral pelvic support

Foam layers: constructor foam for stability, dispersion foam for pressure distribution, urethane foam for skin protection & comfort 2.75 lbs.

anti-bacterial, flame-retardant and waterproof material Have or may be at risk of developing pressure sores and need optimal positioning Suffer from muscle atrophy;

Cover, solid seat insert, air pump Sil-Air foam base Four-way stretch Need adjustable skin protection and positioning Synergy Spectrum Foam E2607/E2608 10" to 32" 10"

Incontinence, solid seat insert Viscoelastic foam Four-way stretch Require skin protection and positioning TRU-Comfort 2 E2603/2604 16", 18", 16", 18" 3" 350 lbs.

4 Physipro Physipro RESOLVE ULTRA E2607/E2608 E2607/E " 300 lbs. (14- widths); 500 lbs. (21- widths) 3" 300 lbs. (14- widths); 500 lbs. (21- widths) Cover and incontinence Cover and incontinence Canvas cut, antithrust wedge, adductor, abductor, pelvic obliquity wedge and lateral pelvic support Modifications for contoured positioning, for cut-outs and for pressure relief 2.45 lbs. Foam layers: constructor foam for stability, dispersion foam for pressure distribution, urethane foam for skin protection & comfort 2.75 lbs. Viscoelastic dispersion foam on top for comfort, memory foam in the seat well; urethane molded Meshtex anti-bacterial, flame-retardant and waterproof material Meshtex anti-bacterial, flame-retardant and waterproof material Have or may be at risk of developing pressure sores and need optimal positioning Suffer from muscle atrophy; need support due and to correct anterior pelvic tilt Comparo 2014 Synergy Spectrum Air E2624/E " 350 lbs. Cover, solid seat insert, air pump Sil-Air foam base Four-way stretch Need adjustable skin protection and positioning Synergy Spectrum Foam E2607/E " to 32" 10" to 28" 3" 650 lbs. Incontinence, solid seat insert Viscoelastic foam Four-way stretch Require skin protection and positioning TRU-Comfort 2 E2603/ ", 18", 16", 18" 3" 350 lbs. Four-way stretch Viscoelastic foam Four-way stretch Need skin protection ROHO Inc. Hybrid Elite E2622/E2623 To fit chair widths 14-; dual compartment sizes applicable 14-3" 500 lbs. Cover, repair kit, instructions & pump Heavy- Varies by size; approximately 3.5 lbs. (17.75x 18.5") ROHO insert: flame-resistant Neoprene rubber. Customized JAY contoured foam base: flame- & fluidresistant Stretch polyester/ Spandex with sewn-in polyurethane foam layer top, polyester/nylon sides, polyester/rayon knit with non-slip PVC bottom Have a history of skin/ soft tissue breakdown &/ or any stage of pressure ulcer, skin grafts or flap surgery; have normal or impaired sensation; have pressure ulcer risk

ROHO Inc. Sunrise Medical Quadtro Select JAY Fusion E2624/E2625 12-12- Low (2"), mid (3"), high (4") E2622/2623 4" 3 3/8" reduced No weight limit if properly sized to individual 300 lbs.

(22- wide) Cover, repair kit, instructions & pump X-static, reduced option, foam base modifications, fluid insert modifications Heavy-, designer ROHO Dry Floatation Air Insert, X-static with

(air insert, 16x18") Neoprene Base: Pre-contoured closed cell foam base with high-resiliency foam layer & posterior pelvic wall.

5 ROHO Inc. Sunrise Medical Quadtro Select JAY Fusion E2624/E Low (2"), mid (3"), high (4") E2622/2623 4" 3 3/8" reduced No weight limit if properly sized to individual 300 lbs. (14-21" wide); 500 lbs. (22- wide) Cover, repair kit, instructions & pump X-static, reduced option, foam base modifications, fluid insert modifications Heavy-, designer ROHO Dry Floatation Air Insert, X-static with breathable spacer fabric, Dartex/Reverse Dartex 3.8 lbs. (high ), 3 lbs. (mid ), 2.5 lbs. (low ) 5.3 lbs. (fluid insert, 16x18"); 3.4 lbs. (air insert, 16x18") Neoprene Base: Pre-contoured closed cell foam base with high-resiliency foam layer & posterior pelvic wall. Insert: JAY Flow fluid or ROHO Dry Floatation Air Stretch polyester/ Spandex Moisture-resistant, Dartex-coated Lycra inner with Aquaguard zipper & anti-wicking thread; X-static, anti-microbial stretch outer Demand high level of skin protection, have asymmetrical postures, require progressive positioning & significant postural support, or have evolving diagnoses Are at high risk of skin breakdown, have aggressive positioning needs and want a comfortable, anti-microbial Evolution PSV E2622/E " preloaded state 650 lbs. Tailored mesh or incontinence 2.25 lbs. Single-chambered foam and air with self-inflating valve Tailored mesh or incontinence Have a high risk of skin breakdown and symmetric positioning Meridian E2624/ " preloaded state 650 lbs. Tailored mesh or incontinence Dual-chambered foam and air with self-inflating valves Tailored mesh or incontinence Are at high risk of tissue breakdown and in need of a high level of symmetric positioning; ideal for preventing posterior pelvic tilt Reflex E " preloaded state 650 lbs. Tailored incontinence 1.9 lbs. (18x18") Single-chambered foam and air with Air-Release device Tailored incontinence Are at moderate risk of tissue breakdown and require a non-adjustable

Source List Alex Orthopedic Inc. (800) 544-2539 alexorthopedic.com Aquila Corp. (866) 782-9658 aquilacorp.

(855) 786-6283 sunmates.com Invacare Corp. (800) 333-6900 invacare.com Ottobock Healthcare (800) 328-4058 ottobockusmobility.

6 Source List Alex Orthopedic Inc. (800) alexorthopedic.com Aquila Corp. (866) aquilacorp.com Comfort Company (800) comfortcompany.com Drive Medical (877) drivemedical.com Dynamic Systems Inc. (855) sunmates.com Invacare Corp. (800) invacare.com Ottobock Healthcare (800) ottobockusmobility.com Physipro Inc. (800) physipro.com (866) quantumrehab.com ROHO Inc. (800) therohogroup.com Sunrise Medical (800) sunrisemedical.com (800) varilite.com

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