Description
The ROHO High Profile cushion is the 4.25 in (10.5 cm) version of Permobil's Single Compartment cushion: one valve fills a grid of connected neoprene air cells on a base.
What does it do and how does it work?
- Air cells: each cell is a tall, flexible neoprene balloon, and all the cells share one air compartment, so air flows between them as the person moves.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- Deep immersion: for a wheelchair user whose therapist wants an adjustable cushion that the person sinks into.
- Height: the High Profile is the tallest single compartment; the Mid is 3.25 in and the Low 2.25 in.
- Assessment first: an occupational therapist or physiotherapist chooses it and sets the air level.
Will it fit?
- Person and chair: sized to both, using the seated measurements, seat width and depth, and the ROHO cell count.
- Cells to chair: 8 to 13 cells cover chairs from 13.25 to 23.5 in, in one-cell steps; ROHO's table gives the exact ranges, and we confirm the count from the measured chair.
- Seat sizes: 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 or 24 in wide and 14, 16, 18, 20 or 22 in deep.
- Sizes: six standard sizes plus two paediatric; wider sizes are custom to 15 x 14 cells.
- Capacity: no weight limit when it is sized correctly to the person; 3.25 lbs (1.5 kg) at 9 x 9 cells.
Using it day to day
- Inflation: open the valve, inflate until the cushion arches slightly, close it and do a hand check.
- Hand check: keep 1/2 to 1 in (1.5 to 2.5 cm) of air under the lowest bony point; check daily.
- Conditions: altitude changes may need readjustment, and a cold cushion should warm to room temperature.
- Skin: check the skin daily; stop for discolouration, and if it remains 30 minutes after removing the cushion, seek a healthcare professional.
- Damage: keep it away from sharp objects, high heat and oil-based lotions, and carry it by the base or cover, not the valve.
- Care: machine wash the cover cold at 30 C, gentle, and tumble dry low; hand wash the cushion, rinse and air dry, never above 70 C (158 F).
- Warranty: 24 months on the cushion and 6 months on the cover; punctures, tears, burns and misuse excluded; expected life 5 years.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- Covers: the standard stretch cover has spacer sides and a back zip; the heavy duty cover is fluid-resistant and zips at the front, for long-term care.
- Compatibility: use a correctly sized cover with nothing extra under the person; a non-compatible cover or pump can affect warranty.
- Custom sizes: made to order and non-returnable; read the return policy.
How does it compare?
The Drive Balanced Aire is another air cell cushion, the Blake Geo-Matrix Hybrid is gel over foam, and the wheelchair cushions hub lists the range on its air cushions page.
Frequently asked questions
How much air should a ROHO High Profile cushion have?
About 1/2 to 1 in (1.5 to 2.5 cm) between the lowest bony point and the seat, measured by hand check.
How often should I check the air?
Check at least daily and adjust whenever the hand check shows it is needed. Changes in altitude can require readjustment.
What is the difference between High Profile and Low Profile?
The cells are 4.25 in high, the Mid 3.25 in and the Low 2.25 in; taller cells give more immersion and raise the seat.
Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor; see how ADP works with us.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- No weight limit when the cushion is sized correctly to the person
- Product weight
- About 3.25 lbs (1.5 kg) for a 9 x 9 cell cushion, 16.5" x 16.5" (42 x 42 cm)
- Seat width
- 14", 16", 18", 20", 22" or 24" (356 to 610 mm), 8 to 13 cells wide
- Seat depth
- 14", 16", 18", 20" or 22" (356 to 559 mm), 8 to 12 cells deep
- Cushion height
- 4.25" (10.5 cm) cell height, unloaded
- Sizes
- Canadian standard sizes 8x8, 8x9, 9x9, 9x10, 10x9 and 10x10 cells (width x depth); paediatric 6x6 and 6x7 cells
- Construction
- Connected neoprene air cells on a neoprene base, made without latex, one air compartment and one inflation valve
- Cover
- Standard: stretch top, spacer fabric sides, back zipper. Heavy duty: fluid-resistant top and sides, front zipper. Both non-skid
- Cover care
- Cover: machine wash cold (30°C), mild detergent, gentle cycle, tumble dry low. Cushion: hand wash, rinse well, air dry
- Adjustments
- Compatible pump; hand check at least daily, adjust as needed. Keep 1/2 to 1 in (1.5 to 2.5 cm) below lowest bony point; clinician checks person/chair fit
- Custom sizes
- Made to order up to 15 cells wide and 14 cells deep; custom items cannot be returned or exchanged
- Warranty
- Cushion 24 months, cover 6 months, from original purchase; punctures, tears, burns and misuse not covered
- Product type
- Air cell wheelchair cushion, single compartment with one valve
- Use category
- Skin and soft tissue protection
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Documents
- Brochure ROHO HIGH PROFILE Single Compartment Cushion brochure
- User Manual ROHO DRY FLOATATION Wheelchair Cushions Operation Manual (English)
- User Manual ROHO DRY FLOATATION Wheelchair Cushions Operation Manual (French)
- User Manual How to adjust your ROHO cushion (quick guide)
- Warranty Manual ROHO warranty policy
- All forms and documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Permobil warrants the ROHO High Profile Single Compartment cushion against manufacturing defects for 24 months from the date of original purchase.
- Cushion: 24 months.
- Removable cover: 6 months.
- Excludes punctures, tears, burns, misuse and wear from regular use.
- Alterations, modifications made to fit other products, and irregular use void the warranty.
- The original purchaser starts a claim through the supplier who sold the cushion, or any authorized Permobil supplier.
Warranty manual
Funding may help pay for this
Mobility Specialties is an ADP registered vendor. Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
