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The Meridian is a dual-chambered, adjustable skin protection cushion, ideal for prevention of sacral sitting.

PRE ORDER ITEM

To allow us to offer all the sizes/options available, this product comes direct to you from the manufacturers. Please select your options below and press the preorder button to add this to your basket and checkout as normal. We will notify you once your product/s are ready to ship. Express shipping is not available for this item.

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Therapists recommend the Meridian for individuals with motor and neurological dysfunction due to spinal-cord injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and traumatic brain injury. Therapists value the integral pre-ischial ridge and wedge effect created by the Meridian’s dual chambers.

User and caregivers value its low weight, comfort, and ease of use. No pumps or accessories. No kneading or manipulation.

Air and Foam floatation

Functional areas of the cushion are created by three types of foam: soft foam for the decubitus-sensitive area of the ITs; medium foam for the thigh trough, pelvic bucketing and pre-ischial bar; and firm foam for the perimeter and the medial thigh separator.

Bonding Meridian foam to coated fabric makes the cushion hold air. A valve releases air to immerse the user in the foam, the foam conforms to the user, and the user’s weight is distributed over the surface of the cushion.

Independent research has shown VARILITE Air-Foam Floatation to be the #1 impact and vibration dampening technology (RESNA 2000).

Dual-Chambers

Front and rear chambers permit independent adjustment of the pelvis and thighs, quickly and easily, while the client is seated. The rear chamber allows maximum immersion of the pelvis for better pressure distribution. The front chamber allows maximum loading of the thighs which reduces pressure on the ITs. The Meridian’s dual-chambered design promotes a neutral pelvis position, especially important for clients prone to extensor tone or thrusting. The thigh and pelvic chambers form a pre-ischial ridge which prevents the ITs from sliding forward, preventing a posterior pelvic tilt and sacral sitting. Releasing more air from the pelvic chamber than the thigh chamber provides added postural support by creating dump or squeeze that “holds” the client in place. Additional pelvic positioning can be obtained by combining a VARILITE Wave positioning base with the Meridian.

Positioning Supports

Positioning supports improve stability, which is important for users with compromised sitting balance or who transfer frequently. Multi-stiffness foam provides support as the user is immersed in the cushion. Medial and lateral supports minimize internal and external lower extremity rotation. Pelvic bucketing and a pre-ischial ridge help maintain pelvic position, and thigh troughs promote a neutral femoral position.

Four-way-stretch Fabric

Meridian foam is bonded to four-way-stretch knit fabric for maximum conformity during immersion. The fabric is puncture and water resistant.

Valve for Adjusting Air Volume

The Meridian uses VARILITE two-way air valves. Sitting on a fully inflated cushion, the user opens the right valve and releases air from the pelvic chamber. Optimal immersion is achieved when there is 1/2 inch (13 mm) of air and foam between the ITs and the wheelchair’s seating surface. Immersing the pelvis while the thigh chamber is fully inflated creates a wedge effect that shifts the load from the ITs to the thighs. The user can decrease the amount of wedge achieved by opening the left valve to release air from the thigh chamber.

Cover

The Meridian is available with a mesh or incontinence cover with breathable four-way-stretch material. Reticulated foam inside promotes air exchange and improves pressure distribution. The underside is a rugged nonslip material with hook and loop for added security. Meridian cover meets ISO 7176-16 ignition resistance standards for upholstered wheelchair components. Machine washable.

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  • Cushion Composition: Air-Foam Floatation
  • Base Composition: No Base
  • Height: 3.8 in. (preloaded state)
  • Valv type: Standard
  • Base Style: No Base
  • Chambers: Dual
  • Maintenance: Once a week, allow your VARILITE cushion to fully inflate overnight with all valves open.
  • Warranty 2 Years, excluding cushion cover
  • FREE DELIVERY
  • 3-5 day delivery only
  • Delivery

    Mainland UK

    Here at Spokz our emphasis is on value for money and customer service. We now offer free tracked Express UK delivery with DHL on orders of over £50 to mainland UK. Any orders under £50 will be charged £5.50 for our DHL next day service or for smaller items you can choose £1.75 Royal Mail 1st Class.

    All pre-order items are delivered free of charge to any destination apart from international orders.

    When delivery is charged, it is our policy to only charge you what it costs us to post and package your item/s. Delivery costs are calculated per order and your delivery options will be shown prior to checkout. We use DHL for our standard deliveries which takes 1-2 working days to mainland UK. The vast majority of our DHL deliveries to mainland UK addresses arrive the next working day. With our smaller items we give you the option of using Royal Mail 1st Class and this can be selected at the checkout.

    With orders shipped with DHL you will receive an email with tracking details and the option to divert your parcel to an alternative local address or to a DHL collection point.

    Highlands, Islands & Northern Ireland

    Deliveries to the Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man will incur a delivery charge. Unfortunately this is beyond our control as the majority of shipping companies now charge extra to these areas. However, we discount the delivery charge by the standard amount of £5.50 that we offer to our mainland UK customers if you spend over £50. Deliveries to these areas will take 2-3 working days.

    The following postcodes will incur a delivery charge of £14.50 if the value of the order is under £50, and £9 if over £50:
    AB31-38, AB40-56, IV1-40, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-14, PA21-38, PH4-41, PH49, PH50, BT1-94

    The following postcodes will incur a delivery charge of £16.50 if the value of the order is under £50, and £11 if over £50:
    GY1-10, HS1-9, IV41-49, IV51, IV55-56, JE1-4, KA27-28, KW15-17, PA20, PA41-49, PA60-78, PH42-44, ZE1-3, TR21-25, IM1-9, PO30-41.

    All orders placed before 11.00am will be shipped the same day and will be delivered within 1 to 2 working days to mainland UK and 2-3 days to the postcodes listed above. This excludes any pre-order items.

    International Shipping

    We can happily ship the majority of our items anywhere in the world. If you are from an international destination then please send us an email to [email protected] with the items you would like to order and your full address and we can get you a price for shipping.

    Item not arrived?

    Please wait for the DHL estimated delivery time on your tracking to pass before contacting us about an item which has not arrived. If your order has been shipped with Royal Mail you will need to allow 15 days for your parcel to arrive before we can take any action with Royal Mail. Unfortunately this is their policy.

    If your item does not arrive within the specified times then it is our responsibility to find your item. Please contact us so we can track the shipment and make the necessary arrangements with the couriers.

    Damaged or lost item/s?

    If your package arrives damaged or has missing items it is imperative that it is either signed for as damaged or photos are taken of the damaged package. We need the evidence to be able to claim against the couriers and without it we cannot issue a refund or replacement to you.

    Returns

    Not happy with your purchase? No problem...

    You have the right to cancel at any time from the moment you place your online order, and up to 14 days from the day you receive your goods. You need to notify us of your wish to cancel your order within this time period and you can do so by using the My Returns section in your account, by email or by phone. You then have a further 14 days from the date you notify us of your cancellation to return the goods. Sorry we cannot refund postage charges on delivery and return of goods, unless they are faulty (see below). Goods must be returned in ORIGINAL, UNUSED condition. Sex products cannot be returned for hygienic reasons.

    **TYRES MUST NOT BE FOLDED IN ANY WAY UNLESS THEY ARRIVED WITH YOU LIKE THIS. FOLDED TYRES RETURNED WILL NOT BE REFUNDED AS THEY WILL BE DAMAGED DUE TO THE METAL BEADING BEING TWISTED**

    Faulty goods?

    If your purchase is faulty or damaged please contact us within 30 days from date of purchase before returning the item. We will send you a "no charge" replacement, postage free. Before we issue a refund or replacement, you will need to return the damaged product to us for assessment. If the product is faulty we will refund your return postage costs.

    All products come with a 1 year manufacturers guarantee. Faults MUST be reported within this time otherwise unfortunately we cannot replace the item.

    Method of refund?

    Spokz will refund your original purchase debit or credit card. Refunds issued will be back in your account in 3-5 working days.

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