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Hi All

Can anyone recommend a seat cushion?

M keeps getting a numb bum whilst sat in his rise and recliner chair and as he is now immobile he unfortunately has to spend a lot of time on it.

I’ve looked at purchasing one but there are so many different ones available it’s a bit of a minefield.

Any suggestions/recommendations would be greatly appreciated

Many thanks

Sharon

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Yanno

Hello Sharon, You don’t say where you are in your bio but if in the Uk then the OT’s should provide a suitable cushion for M. Jackie has one called Roho. It’s inflatable with lots of little cushions within the outer casing. It’s been fabulous for her and we’ve tried a few.

I would try and get the OT’s to provide as they’re quite expensive

Take care, Ian

Photo of Roho cushion with cover pulled back.
in reply toYanno

Thanks Ian. Yes we are in the UK (north Lincolnshire) Don’t have much involvement with OT but have a fabulous physio who has sorted all the other equipment M needs so will have a chat with her. Thanks again. Sharon

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hi, I agree you need to have OT support. They have access to lots of good options and supply what you need. If you haven't got one, contact your parkinson team or GP. Xx

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Thanks for your advice

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Kaye31

hi

Our OT gave us a square of something i would liken to large bubble wrap but full of gel. Just sits on the chair

in reply toKaye31

Thank you. M’s physio popped round the other day and I mentioned to her (we don’t see anyone from OT but physio lady is fab arranging equipment etc)and she is arranging a foam cushion to start (as M only has low level soreness) with a view to moving to the gel and air cushions when required. Thanks again for your input. Sharon x

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