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SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT, & CARE
SET-UP, ADJUSTMENT & CARE
FITTING THE J2 DEEP CONTOUR CUSHION
1. Initial Cushion set-up without user in seated position
Select the cushion to match your hip width when in the seated
position. The cushion length should extend to within
I" - 2" (25cm - 5cm) from the back of the knees. Place the
cushion to the back of the wheelchair with the material
identification tags and fluid pad toward the rear. When fit
correctly, your hips should be to the back of the chair. Your
ischial (seat bones) should be centered on the JAY Flow™ Fluid
pad in the seat well of the cushion.
Proper footrest adjustment may enhance sitting comfort and
help lower peak sitting pressures. Adjust the footrests so your
legs rest firmly but comfortably on the cushion.
Note: Do not use the wheelchair's seat width as a guide in
determining the appropriate cushion width. Improper cushion
fit may be detrimental to the performance of a pressure-
distributing cushion and its support of the body.
JAY Flow Fluid pad
Foam base
Checking for bottoming out on the J2 Cushion
Bottoming out occurs on a J2 Cushion when you displace the
fluid out from underneath your seat bones, which leaves you
sitting on the foam base. It sometimes occurs on very thin
individuals, people using recliner wheelchairs, people who
slouch when sitting or if using a cushion that is too wide.
When bottoming out occurs, increased pressure is loaded onto
the ischials and coccyx increasing the risk for skin breakdown.
To check for bottoming out, sit on the cushion without the
cover for a minimum of two minutes. Transfer up and off the
cushion (or have someone help you transfer), trying not to
disturb the fluid underneath you. Push down in the
depressions on the pad where your ischials (seat bones) and
coccyx (tailbone) were. You should have to push through at
least I /2" ( I cm) of fluid before you feel the firm cushion base
below.
If the cushion is properly positioned and the footrests are
properly adjusted, and there is not at least the minimum
I /2" ( I cm) of fluid, the cushion is bottoming out and should
not be used. If you are bottoming out, discontinue use of the
cushion and see your clinician. Usually bottoming out is easily
solved by using fluid supplement pads (part# F 119). Call your
local authorized supplier to see if this appropriate for you.
Note: We recommend using a JAY 2 Deep Contour Solid Seat
Insert or order the J2 Deep Contour Cushion with the Solid Drop
Seat. The Solid Drop Seat Option is attached to the cushion for
a one piece design that replaces the wheelchair's seat
upholstery. It will optimize the performance of your J2 Deep
Contour Cushion and help provide better positioning and
increase the life of the cushion.
JAY
®
J2 CUSHION DEEP CONTOUR
The J2 Deep Contour cushion was developed for clinicians to
use with clients who are at extremely high risk for skin
breakdown. Designed for superior skin protection and stability,
the J2 Deep Contour Cushion is the maintenance free
alternative you've been waiting for.
J2 Cushion components
Base
Velcro strips
Fluid pad
Solid drop
seat
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