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has been cited by the following article:

• TITLE: Influence of Wheelchair Cushions Fabricated by Therapists on Stability, Comfort, and Functionality

  AUTHORS: Takeshi Oshikawa, Seigo Koura, Nishikawa Chihoko, Kazuho Nagao, Kentaro Higashi

  KEYWORDS: Wheelchair Sitting, Stability, Cushion, Comfort, Functionality

  JOURNAL NAME: Open Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, Vol.8 No.1, February 28, 2020

  ABSTRACT: “Ease of comfort” and “functionality” are important factors that have been cited to improve wheelchair seating. The ability to maintain balance and posture while seated in a wheelchair improves stability, comfort, and functionality and is a prerequisite for daily activities. In this study, the authors used a sitting position measuring device to scientifically verify differences in sitting posture, comfort, and functionality depending on the presence or absence of cushions and the type of cushion in elderly individuals who used wheelchairs. Results suggested that a cushion fabricated by a therapist was more useful than a commercially available air cushion. While a commercially available air cushion was the most suitable, the therapist’s self-made cushion could be expected to demonstrate the same or better applicability than an air cushion.