ROHO Low Profile Single Compartment Wheelchair Cushion (18”L x 18”W x 2”H)

Why ROHO Dry Floatation Air-Cell Technology for Advanced Pressure Redistribution?

Foam, gel, and air-bladder cushions achieve pressure redistribution by providing a compliant material between the user and the seat pan — but all of these technologies share a fundamental limitation: they are passive materials that respond to compression but cannot actively redistribute pressure as the user's position subtly changes during breathing, postural microadjustments, and minor weight shifts throughout the seated day. Interconnected air-cell technology resolves this passive limitation through dynamic fluid mechanics — when body weight compresses an air cell beneath a bony prominence, the air within that cell does not simply compress but transfers laterally through the interconnected single-compartment network into adjacent cells, raising the air volume and support level around the prominence while simultaneously reducing pressure beneath it. This dynamic air transfer occurs continuously and automatically with every breath, every micromovement, and every postural shift, creating what ROHO terms Dry Floatation — a genuine floating sensation where the body is supported by constantly redistributing air pressure across all cells simultaneously rather than concentrated contact at bony prominences. The single-compartment design interconnects all air cells across the entire cushion surface through a unified air chamber, meaning pressure equalization occurs across the maximum possible area — every cell communicates with every other cell, and pressure generated at one contact zone is distributed across the full cushion surface rather than just adjacent zones. This total-surface equalization is clinically superior for pressure redistribution compared to multi-compartment designs that limit air transfer to zones. The adjustable air inflation enables individual fitting — the cushion is inflated until cells are just full, then air is released until bony prominences barely contact the cushion base, achieving the precise immersion depth that maximizes pressure redistribution for that specific user's anatomy and weight. The low-profile 2–2.25-inch height minimizes seat elevation for self-propelling users sensitive to seat height changes that compromise propulsion efficiency and foot clearance. Neoprene flame-resistant air cell construction is washable and repairable — neoprene's durability, flexibility, and repair compatibility make ROHO the only major wheelchair cushion that can be field-repaired from a puncture rather than requiring complete replacement. The 24-month cushion warranty and 6-month cover warranty reflect ROHO's clinical quality confidence. Included hand pump, repair kit, and instructions provide complete self-management capability. Lightweight at approximately 2.5 lb maintains portability. For wheelchair users at moderate-to-high pressure injury risk where passive cushion technologies have proved inadequate, users with reduced or absent sensation who cannot detect early pressure warning signs, rehabilitation seating programs selecting advanced pressure management for clinically complex patients, and any long-term wheelchair seating scenario where Dry Floatation dynamic air-cell redistribution represents the clinical gold standard for tissue protection, ROHO Low Profile Single Compartment delivers the most clinically validated air-cell pressure management technology available.

Key Features

• Dry Floatation® Technology: Dynamic interconnected air cells continuously redistribute pressure with every breath and movement
• Single Compartment Design: All air cells interconnected for maximum total-surface pressure equalization
• Individually Adjustable Inflation: Precise per-user fitting achieving optimal bony prominence immersion depth
• Low Profile 2–2.25" Height: Minimizes seat elevation for self-propelling users sensitive to height changes
• Flame-Resistant Neoprene Construction: Durable, washable, and field-repairable air cell material
• Repairable Construction: Neoprene air cells can be repaired from puncture — unique among wheelchair cushions
• Machine-Washable Cover: Hygienic cover maintenance for long-term clinical use
• Complete Kit Included: Cover, hand inflation pump, repair kit, and instructions
• ~2.5 lb Lightweight: Highly portable despite advanced air-cell clinical performance
• 24-Month Cushion / 6-Month Cover Warranty: ROHO quality assurance reflecting clinical durability confidence

Benefits

• Dynamic air transfer continuously redistributes pressure with every micromovement — superior to passive static cushions
• Single-compartment interconnection equalizes pressure across maximum possible seated surface area
• Individual inflation adjustment achieves precise bony prominence immersion specific to each user's anatomy
• Repairability from field puncture eliminates complete cushion replacement from minor damage
• Low 2–2.25-inch profile preserves seating height and propulsion efficiency for active wheelchair users
• Lightweight 2.5 lb enables independent portability across environments
• Machine-washable cover and washable cushion support hygienic long-term clinical maintenance
• 24-month warranty represents highest cushion warranty confidence in the therapeutic cushion category

Recommended Use

Perfect for wheelchair users at moderate-to-high pressure injury risk requiring advanced air-cell pressure redistribution, individuals with reduced or absent sensation from spinal cord injury, neurological conditions, or diabetes who cannot detect early pressure warning signs, rehabilitation seating programs selecting clinically advanced cushions for complex pressure management, post-pressure-injury healing requiring maximum pressure redistribution during tissue recovery, long-term care residents with established pressure injury history requiring the highest clinical pressure protection standard, active self-propelling wheelchair users requiring low-profile advanced pressure management, and clinical wheelchair seating in spinal cord injury rehabilitation, pressure wound programs, long-term care, seating clinics, community disability services, and home care. Particularly valuable for occupational therapy seating assessments identifying inadequacy of foam, gel, or basic air cushion technologies, spinal cord injury programs where skin protection is the primary daily clinical priority, and any advanced wheelchair seating scenario where ROHO Dry Floatation represents the clinical benchmark for pressure redistribution.

Technical Specifications

• Style: Low Profile Single Compartment
• Dimensions: 18 inches × 18 inches × approximately 2–2.25 inches H (inflated)
• Material: Flame-resistant neoprene air cells
• Air Design: Single compartment — all cells interconnected
• Inflation: User-adjustable via included hand pump
• Cushion Weight: Approximately 2.5 lb (varies by size)
• Weight Limit: No fixed maximum — must be properly sized for individual user
• Warranty: 24 months (cushion) / 6 months (cover)
• Includes: Cover, hand inflation pump, repair kit, instructions
• Cover: Machine-washable
• Cushion: Washable neoprene
• Brand: ROHO (Permobil)
• Product: Low Profile Single Compartment Cushion