Lateral Stabilizer Armrest Bolsters also provide a comforting cushioned armrest for support. For users with sensitive elbows, compromised forearm skin, or other arm injuries.
As part of SkilCare's Patient Autonomy Safety System (PASS), these arm supports help reduce reliance on physical restraints and are ideal in reducing lateral leaning for wheelchair patients who lean to the left or right.
Applying the Lateral Stabilizer Armrest Bolster
1. Two bolsters are needed to stabilize the patient. First, choose the appropriate size. Most patients will fit a 6-inch diameter bolster, but heavier patients will need a 5-inch diameter bolster.
2. Remove the bolster covers and place the bolsters over the wheelchair armrests, slit side down.
3. Replace the covers with the open side down, and secure the hook and loop closures.
Applying to the Wheelchair's Vertical Bar
Some patients will need lateral support provided by placing the bolster on the wheelchair's vertical bar on the backrest.
Caring for the Lateral Stabilizer Armrest Bolster
The polyester and sheepskin covers can be washed and dried at temperatures up to 180 degrees F. Bleaching is not recommended. To reduce the amount of lint that can accumulate in hook-and-loop closures during laundering, SkiCare suggests washing and drying the covers. The nylon covers can be cleaned with a spray-type cleaner and a damp cloth or sponge.
Lateral Stabilizer Armrest Bolster Features:
- Cushions wheelchair armrests
- Available for full-arm and half-arm wheelchairs in 5"½ or 6"½ diameters
- Covered in a polyester, nylon, or synthetic sheepskin
- Sold individually
Lateral Stabilizer Armrest Bolsters are not a restraint, as they are designed to provide lateral posture support only. Each facility is responsible for determining the appropriateness of use by professional and medical staff.
| Reorder# |
Description |
Size |
Unit |
| 706110 |
Lateral Stabilizer Full Armrest Bolster w/Polyester Cover |
16"L & 5" dia. |
EA |
| 706120 |
Lateral Stabilizer Full Armrest Bolster w/Polyester Cover |
16"L & 6" dia. |
EA |
| 706112 |
Lateral Stabilizer Full Armrest Bolster w/Nylon Cover |
16"L & 5" dia. |
EA |
| 706122 |
Lateral Stabilizer Full Armrest Bolster w/Nylon Cover |
16"L & 6" dia. |
EA |
| 706114 |
Lateral Stabilizer Half Armrest Bolster w/Polyester Cover |
11"L & 5" dia. |
EA |
| 706124 |
Lateral Stabilizer Half Armrest Bolster w/Polyester Cover |
11"L & 6" dia. |
EA |
| 706116 |
Lateral Stabilizer Half Armrest Bolster w/Nylon Cover |
11"L & 5" dia. |
EA |
| 706126 |
Lateral Stabilizer Half Armrest Bolster w/Nylon Cover |
11"L & 6" dia. |
EA |
