Memory Foam Car Wedge Cushion | NDIS Driving Posture Aid

Enhance driving safety and alleviate chronic back pain with the Pressure Relief Wedge Cushion. Classified as low cost assistive technology, this ergonomic aid is specifically designed for NDIS participants who experience postural fatigue, sciatica, or limited visibility while operating a vehicle.

Standard car seats are often bucketed, which can encourage posterior pelvic tilt and spinal flexion, leading to pain during travel. This cushion features a clinically designed wedge shape that gently tilts the pelvis forward, restoring the spine’s natural lumbar curve. Additionally, the high-density memory foam provides a 7.5cm lift at the rear, significantly improving the driver's field of vision over the dashboard. This is a critical safety factor for participants with shorter stature or limited trunk extension, ensuring they can access the community with confidence and reduced physical strain.

How This Device Supports NDIS Participants

• Promoting Driving Safety: Raises the eye level by approximately 7.5cm, clearing blind spots and improving the field of vision for safer independent driving.

• Postural Alignment: The wedge shape corrects "slumped" sitting postures by opening the hip angle and encouraging an upright spine, reducing strain on the lower back.

• Pain Management: Offloads pressure from the coccyx (tailbone) and distributes weight evenly, providing relief for conditions such as sciatica or haemorrhoids during transport.

• Stability & Positioning: Unlike standard cushions that slide, this device includes an adjustable strap to secure it to the car seat, ensuring the participant remains in a stable position even during braking or cornering.

Key Features & Benefits

• High-Density Memory Foam: Moulds to the user's specific anatomy to provide custom support without flattening out over long journeys.

• Ergonomic Wedge Design: Angled to promote anterior pelvic tilt, which is the optimal position for reducing lumbar disc pressure while seated.

• Secure Fixing Strap: Features an integrated buckle strap that locks the cushion to the seat back, preventing dangerous movement while driving.

• Breathable Mesh Cover: The outer fabric facilitates airflow to prevent overheating and is removable for easy machine washing.

• Versatile Usage: While optimized for vehicles, it is equally effective on office chairs or wheelchairs to assist with sit-to-stand transfers by raising the hip height.

NDIS Funding Information

This item is classified as Low Cost Assistive Technology.

Core - Consumables: 03_120000911_0105_1_1 (Low Cost AT - Personal Mobility)

We recommend consulting with your Occupational Therapist to ensure this driving aid aligns with your vehicle safety requirements and postural goals.

Meticulous Specifications

• Product Type: Vehicle Wedge Cushion / Posture Aid

• Core Material: High-Density Memory Foam

• Cover Material: Breathable 3D Mesh (Removable)

• Dimensions: 47cm (L) x 32cm (W) x 7.5cm (H - Rear) / 2.5cm (H - Front)

• Lift Height: Approx. 7.5cm (2.9 inches)

• Safety Feature: Adjustable fixing strap & Non-slip base

• Care: Cover is machine washable

Package Includes

• 1 x Memory Foam Wedge Cushion

• 1 x Breathable Mesh Cover (Black)