Wheelchair Cushion Vive Sciatica Waterproof Reviews Summary

Comfort

Pros:

• "This cushion has made it much more comfortable when used with the facility's well-worn wheelchairs."
• "The combination of gel and foam makes this cushion much more comfortable than straight foam. Very pleased with this product."
• "This is very comfortable and provides just the pressure relief we're looking for!"
• "The Vive Wheelchair Cushion raised her body enough to resolve those two issues and provide her with a softer seating cushion."
• "She says it is more comfortable than any other cushion she has tried."
• "It is very comfortable for her."
• "This cushion is very comfortable. I bought it for my wheelchair and it is perfect, I can sit for a long time without discomfort."

Cons:

• "I know it wasn't expensive, but still dissatisfied with this item."
• "Tried 24 hours, found very uncomfortable."
• "This new cushion is heavier and firmer than the original. It is not comfortable."
• "Unfortunately, we didn't try to use it until the window closed for returns. Bought this for my mother's wheelchair it is the most uncomfortable cushion I have ever sat on."
• "This cushion is hard, sinks where I'm sitting and I weigh 120. I dont feel any liquid gel just stiff hard foam that collapses. Not supportive or comfortable at all."
• "While the cushion at first is nice and firm it soon is to soft."
• "This cushion was extremely uncomfortable, the gel when you first sit on it is hard as a rock to the point where I had to get right back up because it was hurting my incisions so much."

Cleaning and Maintenance

Pros:

• "This gel cushion has a really nice zip off cover and a strap to fasten around the back of the wheelchair to keep it from sliding out."
• "One bonus is the zip off cover that makes it super easy to clean."
• "The plastic cover looks very easy to clean should one have an accident."
• "It is easy to clean and easily removable to put on other places for her to sit, as needed."
• "The cover is wipeable and can be removed to clean."
• "Love everything about it. bottom is rough to prevent sliding off wheelchair seat as you are moving around on it."
• "Clean up is a breeze. The zippered cover comes off and I wash it and hang it up to dry overnight."

Cons:

• "Had to return cushion. When I received it it had mold on one corner and side."
• "The cushion had stains, I looked inside underneath the cover and the foam had disgusting large brown/black stains."
• "Both the inner cushion and the cover smelled horrible."
• "Removed the outer cover and saw dried water stains on the cushion."
• "I like the cover being removable, but it is very thin and I think will rip soon."
• "The cushion, though in a sealed package, was not clean."
• "This product claims to be 100% waterproof which is not true. I purchased this seat cushion for my Mom’s wheelchair and urine seeped all through the cushion and foam."

Design and Quality

Pros:

• "As advertised an American made high quality product!"
• "Love that outer cloth is washable and also has handle."
• "The cover and cushion itself are both easy to clean and well made."
• "Carrying handles are perfect."
• "The cushion is thick -- perhaps 4 inches- and has a durable cover."
• "It is convenient to carry and move with the handle."
• "The material and construction quality are very good, which makes me understand the price tag."

Cons:

• "It also slides pretty easy."
• "Either they went flat totally or sprung a leak and had gel dripping."
• "It is also very slick. WE FINALLY HAD TO REMOVE IT AFTER MY MOTHER SLID OUT OF THE CHAIR ONTO THE FLOOR TWICE."
• "The only down side is trying to keep cushion from sliding about shifting and bunching up to one side."
• "After about 10 to 12 uses, one pad popped?."
• "The gel does not move after it has bunched up and the seat is not only uncomfortable but also is bad for posture."
• "This cushion moves every time you move and is very uncomfortable."

Durability and Longevity

Pros:

• "I've bought so many cushions over the years & given most away because they didn't hold their shape. So far, this one seems to rebound quickly and I've been using it for several days now."
• "So far he's been using it for over 3 months and it's still holding it's shape and comfort."
• "It is sturdy and it doesn't get smushed down."
• "Each time I go to use the cushion it's back to its original size and shape (in other words it didn't disintegrate after hours of consistent use)."
• "The pad did not lose its density or comfort over time. Recommended."
• "The cushion has not flatten and has retained it's support after many hours of sitting on it."
• "Great for the home office! I just bought my second one as I wore out the first. It took about 2 years to wear out the first."

Cons:

• "It does not supply as much cushion as I would hope for. But it is better than nothing."
• "At first it was wonderful but gradually lost it's shape and now slips around on the chair."
• "I have never been so disappointed in a product! The bunch in the gel just happened and it's been only 4 months, so the Cushion lasted a whole 2 months after the guarantee runs out."
• "Dad says it is still comfortable however I’ve noticed it is already misshapen."
• "After a year or so, they begin to break down."
• "It's only been about 7 weeks and it's flat as a pancake when I sit on it."
• "But, over time, the gel core dries out and the cushion is soft and flat and useless."

Versatility and Adaptability

Pros:

• "It is easy to clean and easily removable to put on other places for her to sit, as needed."
• "Bought this for my husband’s lift chair. He liked it so much that I ordered another for his chair in the kitchen. Soft yet supportive."
• "Got this for my mom, she loves it. Especially the size, since it is about 2 inches longer on one dimension so it overhangs just a bit in front and her legs don't 'fall asleep' like they did on her old square one."
• "Bought for my elderly mom-in-law, who is wheelchair bound. She loves it and says it helps tremendously to alleviate back and hip pain from sitting."
• "Bought this for my 98 year old grandfather's wheelchair. Seems to be great so far. Is very versatile. Can be used most anywhere he sits (car, chair, wheelchair, side of bed)."
• "Actually use as padding on my elderly moms chair to reduce pressure and tailbone and hip pain. Great quality for purpose, nice and thick, perfectly equal comfort and support."
• "Bought this to use with a transport chair and find it to make the ride so much more comfortable, helping to reduce fatigue."

Cons:

• "It is thick so it raises you high in a chair which causes feet not to be on the floor."
• "It is also very slick. WE FINALLY HAD TO REMOVE IT AFTER MY MOTHER SLID OUT OF THE CHAIR ONTO THE FLOOR TWICE."
• "The middle part of the cushion is flat."
• "I hate that it is so tall and especially that it has no contouring for legs and buttocks."
• "So, I bought this a while back ago as a replacement cushion for my wheelchair, unfortunately, this cushion is a little too big for that purpose."
• "It works great but it is too small and they do not make them big enough for my needs."
• "Also there is no nonslip coating on the bottom of the cushion."