Varilite Meridian Cushion

Please Note: Rigidizers (Solid Inserts), Wedges, Extra Cushion Covers, and Cheat Sheets are available upon request. These accessories are not listed in the item customization options. If you require any of these items, please contact us via phone or email for pricing and availability.

Varilite Meridian Cushion is air and foam floatation, coupled with multi-stiffness foam. Meridian is an adjustable Air-Foam Floatation skin protection cushion. Bonding of the meridian foam to coated fabric makes the cushion hold air. The four-way-stretch knit fabric allows for maximum conformity during immersion and the fabric is puncture & water resistant.

Air and Foam floatation

Three types of foam are used to make it functional: soft foam is used for the decubitus-sensitive area of the ITs; medium foam is used for the thigh trough, pelvic bucketing and pre-ischial bar; firm foam is used for the perimeter and the medial thigh separator.

Dual-chambers

• Front and rear chambers permit independent adjustment of the pelvis and thighs, quickly and easily, while the client is seated. Front chamber allows maximum loading of the thighs which reduces pressure on the ITs and the rear chamber allows maximum immersion of the pelvis for better pressure distribution.
• Dual-chamber design helps in promoting a neutral pelvis position for clients who are prone to extensor tone or thrusting. Thigh & pelvic chambers form a pre-ischial ridge which prevents the ITs from sliding forward, preventing a posterior pelvic tilt & sacral sitting.
• Releasing more air from the pelvic chamber than the thigh chamber provides added postural support by creating dump or squeeze that "holds" the user in place.

Positioning supports

It improves stability for users with compromised sitting balance or who transfer frequently. Multi-stiffness foam provides support as the user is immersed in the cushion. Medial & lateral supports minimize internal & external lower extremity rotation.

Valve for adjusting volume

• Meridian uses two-way air valves. Sitting on a fully inflated cushion, the user opens the right valve and releases air from the pelvic chamber. Optimal immersion is achieved when there is 1/2 inch of air & foam between the ITs and the wheelchair seating surface.
• Immersing the pelvis while the thigh chamber is fully inflated creates a wedge effect that shifts the load from the ITs to the thighs. The user can decrease the amount of wedge achieved by opening the left valve to release air from the thigh chamber.

Cover

Meridian is available with a mesh or incontinence cover with breathable four-way-stretch material. Reticulated foam inside promotes air exchange & improves pressure distribution. The underside is a rugged nonslip mterial with hook and loop for added security. Both covers are machine washable.

• Manufacturer warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years after purchase by the original consumer/owner.
• Cushion cover is not covered under this warranty.
• The manufacturer will replace the product if found defective within the warranty period.
• The warranty is not applicable to the damage caused by using unsuitable environmental conditions or failure to maintain the product in accordance with user and service instructions.
• Any alteration, modification, or repair will void the warranty, normal wear and tear, consumer neglect and willful destruction are not covered under the warranty.
• Parts under warranty will be covered at no cost.
• Any labor cost for service under warranty is not covered as per our terms of sale.
• Standard manufacturer terms & conditions apply for warranty of this product.

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Unfortunately hygiene items cannot be returned once opened, due to health concerns. The only products that can be returned are unopened boxes.

If the product is unopened, then the following policy will be applied:

• Returns are accepted within 30 days from the date of shipment.
• All returns are subject to a 30% restocking fee.
• All returns require an RGA (Returned Goods Authorization) number. Unauthorized returns cannot be accepted.
• To be eligible for a return, products must be in new, unused condition, untampered with, and in their original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.
• If the return is not due to a manufacturing defect, the original shipping cost and any credit card or PayPal processing fees will be deducted from the total refund.
• Custom orders are non-refundable and non-returnable.
• The return policy follows the standard terms and conditions set by the manufacturer.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us. We are happy to help!