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product_id: 1255997
title: "14886 Skin Protection Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion | Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion Offers Skin Protection and Pressure Relief for Everyday Comfort and Positioning"
brand: "drive medical"
price: "$204.17"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Drive Medical"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1255997-14886-skin-protection-gel-wheelchair-seat-cushion-gel-wheelchair-seat
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region: United States of America
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# Viscous gel core for pressure relief 18x16x3 inch ergonomic size Waterproof & fluid-resistant cover 14886 Skin Protection Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion | Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion Offers Skin Protection and Pressure Relief for Everyday Comfort and Positioning

**Brand:** drive medical
**Price:** $204.17
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💺 Sit Smart, Stay Comfortable — Your Backstage Pass to Pain-Free Productivity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 14886 Skin Protection Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion | Gel Wheelchair Seat Cushion Offers Skin Protection and Pressure Relief for Everyday Comfort and Positioning by drive medical
- **How much does it cost?** $204.17 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/1255997-14886-skin-protection-gel-wheelchair-seat-cushion-gel-wheelchair-seat)

## Best For

- drive medical enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted drive medical brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable Waterproof Design:** Stay worry-free with a fluid-resistant nylon top and non-slip waterproof vinyl bottom that protect against spills and wear.
- • **Trusted Longevity & Safety:** Fire-retardant polyurethane foam shell and a limited lifetime warranty ensure durability and peace of mind for your daily grind.
- • **Removable, Replaceable Cover:** Easy to clean and maintain with a machine-washable, urethane-coated nylon cover that keeps you fresh and comfortable.
- • **Pressure-Redistributing Gel Core:** Experience all-day comfort with a viscous gel bladder that molds perfectly to your body, preventing pressure ulcers and soreness.
- • **Ergonomic Dimensions for Optimal Support:** Sized at 18x16x3 inches to fit most wheelchairs and office chairs, supporting up to 275 lbs with firm, stable cushioning.

## Overview

The Drive Medical 14886 Skin Protection Gel 'E' Wheelchair Seat Cushion features a viscous gel core encased in fire-retardant foam, designed to redistribute pressure and prevent ulcers. Its waterproof, fluid-resistant nylon top and non-slip vinyl bottom ensure durability and hygiene. Sized at 18x16x3 inches, it supports up to 275 pounds and includes a removable, machine-washable cover for easy maintenance. Ideal for wheelchair users and professionals seeking all-day comfort and support.

## Description

Drive Medical's Gel "E" 3" Wheelchair Cushion with Gel Bladder is a pressure reducing cushion, designed to assist in the prevention, treatment and management of pressure ulcers. The viscous gel bladder provides optimized pressure reduction, support and comfort. The polyurethane foam shell is fire retardant and the removable and replaceable cover has a water-resistant top, and non slip vinyl base ensuring users safety.

Review: An excellent cushion, especially for harder seats or sitting a long time. - I bought my first one of these 2-yr ago after reading lots of reviews. I decided to get it because reviewers said it didn't stay collapsed once you sit on it, but molds itself to your bottom for good support without pressure points . That is very true. Also, after constant use by an overweight 70+ person for a year, it's like new. This cushion has been the answer to setting on a hard or poorly cushioned chair for a long time and not having a sore butt, pain and aggravation due to spinal stenosis, or backache. It's often taken to meetings and to the theater. Unbearable seats are now comfortable. It has a silky blue side that does not make you hot but it is slippery, and a gray non-breathable side that won't slide but will make your butt sweat. It's usually used with the gray side down so it stays cool, yet one can easily slide on the blue side to change positions. In cold weather, putting the gray side up acts like a seat warmer. The slippery side could result in someone sliding out of their chair, but only if they weren't sitting all the way back or they slouched terribly. It is a simple thick gel pad encased in foam all around, inside a removeable cover, as shown in the photos. Two problems I have had in over two years. One is that the handle broke away after a year due to a stitching problem, but Drive replaced the whole cushion. I just weighed with and without it, and the 18x16x3 weighs 6.2#. Definitely not lightweight. I frequently carry it under my arm for fear the handle will again pull away. Second problem was that security at Reagan Airport confiscated it because the gel was opaque and they couldn't tell what was inside. I ordered another one and took the time to open the zippered cover and carefully cut the outer foam enough to reveal a few inches of the gel pad. Reagan AP again tried to confiscate it, but finally let it thru. Pack it in my checked bag was Reagan AP's solution. Due to frequent trips to DC, I finally decided to order a 2nd one and leave it there so I wouldn't have to take it thru Reagan security. But on international flights, I need it in the chair.
Review: Saved my butt as an office chair cushion!!!! - It's been 5 weeks now and I've gone from getting up every 30 mins and standing at my desk during my last hour of my shift, to working OT every night for the past 3 straight weeks and I'm not in pain anymore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel amazing and here I used to dread coming to work and sitting down. Now when I sit I feel like I'm sitting on a fricken cloud of air! Note the first 2 weeks were still hard because I had built up about 2 years of soreness to the point where I was ready to opt for a stand up work station. This was the best $38 after shipping that I could invest. I opted for the 3" thick one here obviously because of my boney butt. So figure about 3 weeks before you feel like a new person. It's comfortable from the first day. Nice and heavy, has a handle and this 18" wide was perfect for my chair and butt. Measure your chair first to make sure and order the right size. There's a few to choose from if I remember right for this model. I was feeling helpless and was in A LOT of pain and discomfort before I started using this. I've been working in a sitting desk style job for over 10 years now and it didn't bother me until about 3 years ago. Anyway great value compared to actual office chair cushions. Best! Michael UPDATE: The gel inside broke after about 1 year but it was still worth it considering how much it helped me. I've also just switched to a sit/stand station at work that's really helping me.

## Features

- Fluid Resistant Nylon Top, Waterproof Vinyl Bottom
- Gel Seat Cushion: Gel wheelchair cushion with pressure redistributing design assists in the prevention, treatment and management of pressure ulcers
- Liquid Gel Core: Viscous gel bladder of this wheelchair cushion is encased in a fire retardant polyurethane foam shell and provides optimal pressure redistribution, support, and comfort
- Waterproof: Removable and replaceable top cover of the seat cushion is a urethane-coated nylon that is low-shear, vapor permeable and water-resistant; non-slip vinyl base is also waterproof vinyl that ensures durability
- Dimensions: 18 inches in length, 16 inches in width, 3 inches in height; weight capacity: 275 pounds

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002VWJZHE |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,175 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #15 in Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Cushions #1,980 in Sales & Deals |
| Brand | Drive Medical |
| Brand Name | Drive Medical |
| Coin Variety 1 | Gel,Seat Cushion |
| Color | Dark Blue |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 3,320 Reviews |
| Fabric Type | Fluid Resistant Nylon Top, Waterproof Vinyl Bottom |
| Fill Material | Viscous gel bladder |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00822383137988 |
| Included Components | Drive Medical Skin Protection Gel E 3 in Wheelchair Seat Cushion 14886 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 16"L x 18"W |
| Item Firmness Description | Firm |
| Item Type Name | Gel "E" Skin Protection Wheelchair Seat Cushion, 18" x 16" x 3" |
| Item Weight | 6.3 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Drive Medical |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 14886 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Material Features | Waterproof |
| Material Type | Nylon, Polyurethane Foam, Vinyl |
| Material Type Free | Latex Free |
| Model Name | Drive Medical 14891 Skin Protection Gel |
| Model Number | 14886 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Product Care Instructions | Machine Wash |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Medical |
| Shape | Square |
| Size | 18x16x3 Inch (Pack of 1) |
| Special Feature | Waterproof |
| Special Features | Waterproof |
| Target Use Body Part | Whole Body |
| UPC | 822383137988 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Drive Medical
- **Color:** Dark Blue
- **Fill Material:** Viscous gel bladder
- **Size:** 18x16x3 Inch (Pack of 1)
- **Special Feature:** Waterproof

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent cushion, especially for harder seats or sitting a long time.
*by S***. on September 1, 2018*

I bought my first one of these 2-yr ago after reading lots of reviews. I decided to get it because reviewers said it didn't stay collapsed once you sit on it, but molds itself to your bottom for good support without pressure points . That is very true. Also, after constant use by an overweight 70+ person for a year, it's like new. This cushion has been the answer to setting on a hard or poorly cushioned chair for a long time and not having a sore butt, pain and aggravation due to spinal stenosis, or backache. It's often taken to meetings and to the theater. Unbearable seats are now comfortable. It has a silky blue side that does not make you hot but it is slippery, and a gray non-breathable side that won't slide but will make your butt sweat. It's usually used with the gray side down so it stays cool, yet one can easily slide on the blue side to change positions. In cold weather, putting the gray side up acts like a seat warmer. The slippery side could result in someone sliding out of their chair, but only if they weren't sitting all the way back or they slouched terribly. It is a simple thick gel pad encased in foam all around, inside a removeable cover, as shown in the photos. Two problems I have had in over two years. One is that the handle broke away after a year due to a stitching problem, but Drive replaced the whole cushion. I just weighed with and without it, and the 18x16x3 weighs 6.2#. Definitely not lightweight. I frequently carry it under my arm for fear the handle will again pull away. Second problem was that security at Reagan Airport confiscated it because the gel was opaque and they couldn't tell what was inside. I ordered another one and took the time to open the zippered cover and carefully cut the outer foam enough to reveal a few inches of the gel pad. Reagan AP again tried to confiscate it, but finally let it thru. Pack it in my checked bag was Reagan AP's solution. Due to frequent trips to DC, I finally decided to order a 2nd one and leave it there so I wouldn't have to take it thru Reagan security. But on international flights, I need it in the chair.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Saved my butt as an office chair cushion!!!!
*by M***. on July 2, 2012*

It's been 5 weeks now and I've gone from getting up every 30 mins and standing at my desk during my last hour of my shift, to working OT every night for the past 3 straight weeks and I'm not in pain anymore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel amazing and here I used to dread coming to work and sitting down. Now when I sit I feel like I'm sitting on a fricken cloud of air! Note the first 2 weeks were still hard because I had built up about 2 years of soreness to the point where I was ready to opt for a stand up work station. This was the best $38 after shipping that I could invest. I opted for the 3" thick one here obviously because of my boney butt. So figure about 3 weeks before you feel like a new person. It's comfortable from the first day. Nice and heavy, has a handle and this 18" wide was perfect for my chair and butt. Measure your chair first to make sure and order the right size. There's a few to choose from if I remember right for this model. I was feeling helpless and was in A LOT of pain and discomfort before I started using this. I've been working in a sitting desk style job for over 10 years now and it didn't bother me until about 3 years ago. Anyway great value compared to actual office chair cushions. Best! Michael UPDATE: The gel inside broke after about 1 year but it was still worth it considering how much it helped me. I've also just switched to a sit/stand station at work that's really helping me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is my third of this cushion
*by P***E on December 6, 2019*

This is the third time I've bought this cushion. Here's my experience with it. It starts out pretty hard, but if you sit on it regularly, it softens up and is quite comfortable. That initial period isn't great on the hips, the lower back or the "sit bones", and when it softens up a little, you sit lower than you do when it's in its firm initial state. In fact, I use it with a thin memory foam pad on top of it. That helps for comfort but sits you up a bit higher. Once it softens up, this is a pretty nice cushion, though. I sit on mine for many hours per day with no issues (if it helps, I weigh around 170 to 175 pounds). The first two I've owned suddenly dropped much lower in the middle where my weight is after two years. I'm not sure why, but I'm guessing the gel leaked out but stayed within the cushion. At that point, it was very uncomfortable as my hips were held a lot higher than the middle of me. Still, $30 including tax isn't bad for two years of constant sitting, but I can't wait for the initial "hard period" to be over.

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