In Australia Skil-Care Cushions are registered by HealthSaver with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and as such are listed on the ARTG (Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods) as a Class 1 Medical Device. Registration Number 165374
Skil-Care cushions now available on The Rehabilitation Appliance Program (RAP) administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) through The Country Care Group
High density foam layers to increase comfort & stability
The advantages of gels cooling effect is highlighted by studies that have determined that a one-degree build up of body temperature increases the metabolic demand of the tissue by 10% which in turn contributes to an increase in the propensity to develop pressure sores.
Water based gel is very effective in weight distribution (maximizing interface contact area),
In 1980 Skil-Care™ developed and introduced the first Gel Wheelchair Cushions and Gel-Foam Cushions in the Industry. Since then, Skil-Care™ has been an innovative force in cushion design, development, and manufacturing technology. Since water based gel is very effective in weight distribution(maximizing interface contact area), reduction of shearing forces, heat build-up, Skil-Care has chosen to take the lead in offering a wide sampling of gel cushions in addition to other materials.
HealthSaver are proud to be the exclusive importer & distributor in Australia for Skil-Care Corporation.
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