Vicair Cushions Melbourne | SmartCell Pressure Care Seating

Q: Do Vicair cushions need pumps?

No. Vicair cushions use SmartCells rather than an air pump. Adjustments are typically made by moving cells between compartments instead of inflating or deflating the cushion with a pump.

Q: Can Vicair cushions be adjusted over time?

Yes. SmartCells can be added or removed from compartments to refine positioning over time, usually by a therapist or trained technician as part of a seating review.

Q: Are Vicair cushions easy to maintain?

Vicair cushions are designed for practical use in home and facility settings. Covers are usually removable and wipeable, and cells can be inspected and repositioned as part of routine seating checks.

Q: Can Vicair cushions be used in different wheelchairs and seating systems?

Many Vicair cushions can be used with different wheelchairs and seating systems, but the complete setup should be assessed by a therapist to ensure posture, stability and pressure care are all safely supported.

Q: Do you hire Vicair cushions and deliver across Melbourne?

Vicair cushions are usually purchased for long-term seating plans. Some pressure care cushions may be available for hire through Statewide Home Health Care’s hire service at https://hire.shhc.com.au/. SHHC supplies Vicair cushions from its Bentleigh showroom across Melbourne, including the Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula, with shipping to most locations Australia wide. Customers can contact SHHC via https://www.shhc.com.au/contact-us/ for personalised advice.

Vicair cushions

Vicair cushions use small SmartCell air-filled packs to provide high-level pressure redistribution and positioning support. They are often used in wheelchairs and specialised seating systems where both pressure care and stability are important.

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Vicair cushions should be prescribed and set up as part of a full seating and pressure care plan by an allied health professional.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about Vicair pressure care cushions

? Who are Vicair cushions suitable for?

Vicair cushions are commonly used for people with moderate to high pressure risk who also need good trunk and pelvic stability in sitting. They are often prescribed for wheelchair users with postural needs, asymmetry or a history of pressure injuries. An allied health professional should always assess posture, skin risk and daily activities before prescribing a Vicair cushion.

? Do Vicair cushions need pumps?

No. Vicair cushions do not use an air pump. They are filled with SmartCells, which are small air-filled cells that move to distribute pressure. Adjustments are usually made by moving cells between compartments rather than inflating or deflating the cushion with a pump.

? Can Vicair cushions be adjusted over time?

Yes. One of the advantages of Vicair cushions is that SmartCells can be added or removed from compartments to refine positioning over time. This is usually done by a therapist or trained technician as part of a seating review. Adjustments can support changes in posture, weight or skin condition without needing a completely new cushion.

? Are Vicair cushions easy to maintain?

Vicair cushions are designed to be practical in home and facility settings. Covers are usually removable and wipeable, with cleaning instructions provided by the manufacturer. SmartCells can be inspected and repositioned as part of routine seating checks. Your therapist can advise how often to review positioning, and detailed technical and care information is often available in our product catalogues .

? Can Vicair cushions be used in different wheelchairs and seating systems?

Many Vicair cushions are designed to work with a range of wheelchairs and seating systems, but the full setup should always be assessed by a therapist. Seat width, depth, backrest style, leg supports and harnesses all interact with the cushion. Matching the cushion size and model to the chair and the user’s posture is essential for stability and pressure care.

? Can Vicair cushions be funded through the NDIS?

In many cases, Vicair cushions are funded as assistive technology under the NDIS when they are prescribed or recommended by an allied health professional and linked to goals such as skin protection, stable seating and independence in daily activities. Because they are clinical seating products, they may require detailed assessments and quotes. For more information on assistive technology, you can visit the NDIS page on assistive technology explained . Our team can provide quotes, product specifications and invoices for participants, support coordinators and plan managers.

? Do you hire Vicair cushions and deliver across Melbourne?

Vicair cushions are usually purchased as part of a long-term seating plan. Hire availability is limited and guided by clinical needs and stock levels. Some pressure care cushions may be available for short-term hire through our dedicated hire service at https://hire.shhc.com.au/ . From our Bentleigh showroom in Melbourne, Victoria, we supply Vicair cushions and other pressure care products across Melbourne, including the Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula, with shipping to most locations Australia wide. If you are unsure whether a Vicair cushion is suitable for you, please contact our team with details from your therapist so we can support the next steps.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about Vicair pressure care cushions