Alerta Sensaflo Hybrid Cushion with Pump, Alternating Pressure Relief for Very High-Risk Users
- Alternating pressure wheelchair cushion with pump for very high-risk seated users, delivering active pressure redistribution through foam-filled air cells that cycle pressure beneath the seated patient to prevent sustained tissue loading on the ischial tuberosities and sacrum.
- 160kg weight capacity with SensaCare Truflo Technology, using integrated air sensors to continuously monitor seated weight distribution and auto-adjust cushion cell pressure without manual intervention by care staff or the user.
- Hybrid foam-filled air cell design for dual-action seated support, combining continuous foam immersion with active alternating pressure cycling within each cell to deliver both static comfort and active redistribution simultaneously.
- Antimicrobial, water-resistant cover with machine washable construction meets CQC Regulation 12 infection control requirements for reusable wheelchair seating equipment across care home and clinical settings.
Alerta Sensaflo Hybrid Cushion: Alternating Pressure Wheelchair Cushion for Very High-Risk Seated Users
The Alerta Sensaflo Hybrid Cushion is an alternating pressure wheelchair cushion system for patients at very high risk of seated pressure damage. The foam-filled air cell design combines static foam immersion with active alternating pressure cycling, delivering dual-action redistribution beneath the seated patient. Supporting users up to 160kg, SensaCare Truflo Technology continuously monitors seated weight distribution and auto-adjusts cell pressure. The pump unit connects to the cushion and operates quietly during use. The system addresses sustained tissue loading on the ischial tuberosities and sacrum that occurs during prolonged wheelchair sitting.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-HYB-C-SYS |
| Type | Alternating pressure wheelchair cushion system |
| Weight Capacity | 160kg |
| Risk Level | Very high risk (seated) |
| Cell Design | Foam-filled air cells |
| Pressure Technology | SensaCare Truflo Technology |
| Pump | External pump unit included |
| Cover Material | Water-resistant, antimicrobial, machine washable |
| Application | Wheelchair seating in care homes, hospitals, community |
Clinical and Regulatory Compliance
NICE Guideline CG179 recommends pressure redistribution for patients at risk of pressure damage, including those who spend prolonged periods in seated positions. Standard static wheelchair cushions provide passive redistribution only. Active alternating pressure cushions are indicated where static cushions do not provide sufficient relief for very high-risk seated users. CQC Regulation 12 requires that seated pressure care provision is assessed individually and equipment is appropriate to the seated risk profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this cushion differ from a standard static wheelchair cushion?
A standard static cushion provides passive pressure redistribution through foam density and contouring. This hybrid cushion adds active alternating pressure cycling via pump-driven air cells, periodically offloading tissue beneath the ischial tuberosities and sacrum. The foam-filled cells also provide static baseline support during deflation phases, combining both mechanisms in a single cushion.
Can the cushion be used without the pump for short-term sitting?
Without the pump, the cushion functions as a passive foam support surface only. The alternating pressure function requires the pump to be connected and operating. For patients assessed as very high risk of seated pressure damage, the pump should be active during all prolonged seated periods. For short transfers or temporary seating, the foam-filled cells provide baseline support.
NCL-ALT-HYB-C-SYS
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- Alternating pressure wheelchair cushion with pump for very high-risk seated users, delivering active pressure redistribution through foam-filled air cells that cycle pressure beneath the seated patient to prevent sustained tissue loading on the ischial tuberosities and sacrum.
- 160kg weight capacity with SensaCare Truflo Technology, using integrated air sensors to continuously monitor seated weight distribution and auto-adjust cushion cell pressure without manual intervention by care staff or the user.
- Hybrid foam-filled air cell design for dual-action seated support, combining continuous foam immersion with active alternating pressure cycling within each cell to deliver both static comfort and active redistribution simultaneously.
- Antimicrobial, water-resistant cover with machine washable construction meets CQC Regulation 12 infection control requirements for reusable wheelchair seating equipment across care home and clinical settings.