Description
The Spex Comfi wheelchair back is a modular back support with a foam cube system. Spex describes it as a simple, affordable answer to basic contouring needs, designed to counter skin breakdown and increase air flow, and says it suits a person who needs a solid back support for mild to moderate postural needs.
How the foam works
The foam is thermosensitive, so it conforms to the shape of the back as it warms. Cubes can be torn away by hand to relieve a bony prominence, a tender spot or a lesion, and the cut grid gives the surface a mild suspension effect. Air-mesh side panels move air through the back.
Sizes and weight limits
Thirty three sizes run from 10 in wide x 12 in high to 20 in wide x 23 in high, one item code each. The 10 to 15 in backs carry 200 lbs (90 kg) and the 16 to 20 in backs 300 lbs (136 kg), or 300 lbs and 400 lbs with Heavy-Duty brackets.
Cover and mounting
The shell is aluminium. Over the foam sit an expansion fabric inner cover and a washable breathable spacer fabric outer cover, in two layers. The mounting hardware is chosen separately: Quad Mount, Dual Mount or Single Mount. The same shell and hardware take a full Spex contouring system later.
Ordering and funding
Every size is quoted, so tell us the width, the height and the mount you want and we confirm the item code and the price. Funding may help: see who may help pay.
Backrests are listed under wheelchair backrests, and Spex is part of Sunrise Medical. Claims go through our service department and made to order items are non-returnable, so see the return policy and send your measurements on the seating quote form.
Frequently asked questions
What sizes does the Comfi back come in?
Thirty three sizes, from 10 in wide x 12 in high to 20 in wide x 23 in high, with a made to measure width by quote.
Can the foam cubes be removed?
Yes. They tear off by hand, so foam can be taken out where a bony prominence, a tender spot or a lesion needs relief.
Which mounting hardware do I need?
The Quad Mount is the maker's default, with four points of attachment. Dual Mount and Single Mount are options, and Single Mount suits lower height backs.
What does the warranty cover?
Twenty four months from the date of purchase on the foam, covers and hardware, excluding general wear, punctures, tears, burns and abuse.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 200 lbs (90 kg) for the 10 to 15 in sizes and 300 lbs (136 kg) for the 16 to 20 in sizes, or 300 lbs and 400 lbs with Heavy-Duty brackets
- Width
- 10 in to 20 in (25 to 50 cm), one item code per width
- Height
- 12 in to 23 in (30 to 58 cm), one item code per height
- Base
- Aluminium shell
- Use
- Designed to counter skin breakdown and increase air flow, in the maker's own wording, and suitable for mild to moderate postural needs
- Weight
- 1.5 to 4 kg (3.3 to 8.8 lbs) across the sizes
- Inner cover
- Expansion fabric
- Outer cover
- Washable breathable spacer fabric, in a dual layer with air-mesh side panels
- Foam system
- Thermosensitive foam cube system with a soft memory foam overlay; cubes can be torn off to relieve a bony prominence, a tender spot or a lesion
- Air flow
- Air-Flow technology through the foam and the air-mesh side panels of the cover
- Hardware
- Quad Mount (default), Dual Mount or Single Mount, sold separately
- Included
- Aluminium shell, foam system, outer cover, lumbar pad and positioning wedges; hardware is selected separately
- Warranty
- 24 months on the foam, inner cover, outer cover, foam positioning unit and hardware; wear, punctures, tears, burns and abuse excluded
- Product type
- Modular wheelchair back support
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
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
1 year on parts.
Read the warranty and service policy for the full terms.
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.
