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How to Read This Comparo2015 Wheelchair Backs Comparo

Mobility Management invited manufacturers and distributors of aftermarket wheelchair backrests to submit photos and infor-mation about their products.

Information in this comparo was self selected and reported by the manufacturers. • If information does not apply or is not available, N/A is noted.• HCPCScodes were accurate at press time.• Weights of wheelchair backs and the backs’ weightcapacities (i.e., the

maximum weight of the patient using the back) are given in pounds (lbs.). • Backheights and widths are given in inches. In some cases, the heights

or widths are followed by another measurement, which refers to the size of the back for which the height or width is given.

• The first of the heightmeasurements refers to the height of the back at its highestpoint. The second height measurement shows the rangeofheights currently available in that model of back.

• The first of the widthmeasurements refers to the width of the back at its widestpoint. The second width measurement shows the rangeofwidths currently available in that model of back.

• Backangle/recline measurements are stated in degrees.• Construction refers to the materials used to create the wheelchair back,

including shell and cushion.• Coverconstruction refers to the materials used to create the back’s

cover, as well as the cover’s properties.• Accessoriesavailable refers to positioning accessories that the back can

accommodate. Accessories listed may be included with the back or avail-able at a separate cost.

• Hardware refers to the type and the properties of the hardware that attach the wheelchair back to the wheelchair.

• Adjustability refers to the different height, width, depth and angle adjustments or changes that can be accommodated by the back and its hardware.

• Intendedapplications refers to the targeted demographic or end user who could benefit from this seat back. Manufacturers were asked to supply brief examples, and other applications beyond those listed may be possible.This Wheelchair Backs Comparo is intended to be a starting point and

reference for seating & mobility suppliers and clinicians as they consider different back possibilities.

Submissions were edited for style and to fit in the space allotted. For more complete wheelchair back information and additional specifications and details, please consult the manufacturers directly using the Sources

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Back Wt./ Wt. CapacityHCPCS Code Back Ht./

Hts. OfferedBack Width/Wds. Offered

Back Angle/Recline Contoured? Back

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Construction Accessories Hardware Adjustable? Intended Applications

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paroManufacturer/Model

Yes (height and width)

Masonite board can be removed to accommodate reduced lordotic

curved backs

Fully adjustable in all positions to

accommodate most patients

Easily adjusted for growth (4" depth),

angle (40°) and rotation. Adjustable mounting pins allow fit to chairs same or 1" wider than back

Yes, with clamps

20° back angle, 2" seat depth, + or -1"

back width

N/A

E2611, E2612

E2611, E2612

E2615

N/A

E2615, E2620

7 lbs./400 lbs.

N/A; N/A

N/A; 350 lbs.

1.9 lbs. & up; 150 lbs.

N/A; N/A

4.6-7.8 lbs. depending on size;

300 lbs.

Adjustable/ 11-16" and 17-21", adjustable

17-19"/17", 19"

16"/16"

10.5" (10" back)/7", 10",

12", 14"

N/A/10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 20"

12-22"/12", 14", 15", 18", 19", 22"

16", 18", 20", 23"/16", 18", 20", 23"

16-22"/16", 18", 20", 22"

16-20" & 22-26"/16-20" &

22-26"

10" (10" back)/10-14"

14", 16", 18", 20"/14", 16",

18", 20"

18" (18" back)/14", 15",

16", 17" 18", 19", 20"

90°

None

Fully adjustable in all positions

40° (-20 to 20°)

Up to 35° (for 4" contoured back)

and up to 20° (for 2" contoured

back) angle adjustability

20°

No, but back is adjustable

Has lumbar support

Can accommodate

kyphosis, rotation, scoliosis

3" contour depth

2" contour (10-14" heights) and 4" contour (16-20"

heights)

3" regular or 6" deep

Cube Akton polymer overlay

Memory foam & Masonite board to prevent sling-back

hammocking

1" thick high-density foam

pad for pressure redistribution and

comfort

Lightweight, durable aluminum back shell designed for easy attachment

of optional lateral supports and

headrest

Fully adjustable aluminum shell back

with padding for wheelchairs

3 heights & 2 depths available in each

size. Insert material is .75" polyurethane over .25" closed-cell

foams; aluminum shell

Stretchable polyester, breathable fabric

Breathable, fluid-resistant cover

Breathable, fluid-resistant cover

Kid*ab*ra, Pink Lollipop and Blizzard

Blue covers are water resistant and

breathable

Double-density padded cover made

of long-lasting, soft, flexible Verge

material

Breathable polyester spacer fabric

laminated to vapor permeable urethane

None

None

Standard carry pocket on back

Standard adjustable lumbar-sacral support pad; optional swing-away pediatric lateral

supports

N/A

Flexa-just stays (1 pair standard), pelvic wedges

(1 pair standard), fixed & swing-away lateral

trunk supports w/flat or curved pads, privacy flap, headrest mounting plate

Tension-adjusted back with hook-

and-loop strapping system, padded

cane posts that fold with chair

Secure to sling with buckle strap

N/A

Mini Set, quick-release hardware installs/adjusts

in minutes. Small attachment point for minimal interference

on back canes

Brackets have lateral adjustments

to accommodate various cane widths,

scoliosis, kyphosis

Quick-release mount with

dynamic movement

Actio

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Drive

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Invac

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Twister

Cushion with Lumbar Support

Tension Adjustable

Matrx Mini Back

Genisys Aluminum Shell

Java

Ideal for active users; users with normal to severe kypho-scoliotic

vertebral misalignment

General-use back with lumbar support helps wheelchair users

maintain trunk stability by preventing hammocking

General-use back for mild positioning needs

Pediatric power or manual wheelchair users

Manual or power chair users

For those needing support & adjustability, Java's biomechanical

design provides flexibility to simply & accurately fit the trunk and pelvis for superior support,

comfort and mobility

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Manufacturer/Model

1" width; 1" forward/backward depth adjustment; 15°

anterior/posterior tilt; back is flippable for two fitment options





1.25" depth adjustment, 1" +/- width adjustment,

20° angle adjustment with applicable

hardware

1.25" depth adjustment, 1" +/- width adjustment,

20° angle adjustment with applicable

hardware

2- & 4-point hardware is angle,

width & height adjustable; Lite

Mount is width & height adjustable

E2615, E2620

E2615, E2620

E2611, E2613, E2615, E2620

E2613, E2615

K0108

E2613, E2614, E2615, E2620

4.75-7 lbs.; 300 lbs.

3.25-6.75 lbs; 300 lbs.

3.25-6 lbs; 300 lbs.

2.18-5.45 lbs. (based on backs to fit 16" chair);

250 lbs.

1.89-3.575 lbs. (based on backs to fit 16" chair);

250 lbs.

Starting at 2.3 lbs with Lite Mount

hardware; 300 lbs. (12-20" widths) & 500 lbs. (22-26"

widths)

18" shell measures 21"

with foam/16", 18", 20"


with foam/10", 13", 16", 18", 20"


with foam/10", 13", 16", 18"

12.75", 15.75", 18.75", 20.75",

22.75"/10", 13", 16", 18", 20"

(height based off of support

surface)

12.75", 15.75", 18.75"/10", 13",

16" (height based off of

support surface)

6.5-24"/lower- (6.5-9.5"),

mid- (12-15"), upper-thoracic

(16.5-19.5"), and shoulder height

(21-24")

15" (18" back)/14", 16",

18", 20"

15" (18" back)/14", 16",

18", 20"

15" (18" back)/14", 16",

18", 20"

16" wide back is 14.75" at widest

point/10-20"

16" wide back is 14.75" at widest

point/12-19"

N/A/12-26" in 2" increments

15° anterior & posterior tilt



10° fore, 10° aft with applicable

hardware options

10° fore, 10° aft with applicable

hardware options

+20° to -20°

7" of depth

4" of depth

2.5-3" of depth depending on

model

2.5", 4", 6"; custom contours

also available

2.5" & 4.5"; custom contours

also available

Posterior, posterior & lateral, posterior deep, posterior & deep lateral; and posterior & deep

contour styles available

Aluminum shell, Zytel bracket,

aluminum pins; foam pad w/front

layer of high resilient polyurethane foam

Aluminum shell, Zytel bracket and

pins; foam pad w/front layer

of high resilient polyurethane foam

Aluminum shell, Zytel bracket and

pins; foam pad w/front layer

of high resilient polyurethane foam

Lightweight aircraft aluminum shell, 1"

open-cell foam with attached .25" EVA backing; custom foam/air insert

options available

High-quality carbon fiber shell, 1"

open-cell foam with attached .25" EVA backing; custom foam/air insert

options available

Lightweight aluminum shell, 1.5" extra-soft

foam, closed-cell foam for Spine

Align positioning components

Front is polyester, back

is polyurethane-coated nylon with

polyurethane-coated polyester; breathable

& durable




& durable




& durable

Breathable AirMesh cover for moisture

resistance

Breathable AirMesh cover for moisture

resistance

Microclimatic outer cover with 3DX

Spacer Fabric & Lycra outer layer; optional moisture-resistant

inner cover

Lumbar supports, Therafin headrest, universal headrest adapter plate, large

cane clamps, privacy shield

Lateral supports, lumbar supports, Therafin headrest, universal headrest adapter plate, large


Lateral supports, lumbar supports, Therafin headrest, universal headrest adapter plate, large


Optional lateral supports, foam PSIS positioning blocks, loop handle,

removable privacy flap, standard integrated hole

pattern for universal headrest mounting

Optional lateral supports, foam PSIS positioning

blocks, loop handle, removable privacy flap

Standard Spine Align positioning, vanity

flap (standard on 24" & 26" backs), optional Whitmyer headrests,

CradleU lateral, anterior trunk supports

Quick-release or fixed (fixed on 16" high Max Contour only). Zytel hardware w/aluminum sliding height adjustment

bar

Quick-release or fixed (fixed available on 10", 13", 16"

AGILITY Mid Contour)

Quick-release or fixed (fixed

available on 10", 13", 16" AGILITY

Minimum Contour)

Multiple options include 2-point

PRO, quick release, 4-point PRO, width-

adjustable ELITE, basic release

Multiple options include Fixed ELITE, 2-point PRO, quick-

release, 4-point PRO, width-adjustable

ELITE

2-point & 4-point quick release and Lite Mount fixed

ROHO

ROHO

ROHO

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AGILITY Max Contour

AGILITY Mid Contour

AGILITY Minimum Contour

ADI AL Series

ADI CF Series

JAY J3

For users who require significant postural support, are more dependent with transfers,

need maximum trunk support and control, want to minimize

wheelchair weight

For users who need postural support, are independent

or somewhat dependent on assistance with transfers, need minimal trunk support, need

adjustability to enhance range of motion and mobility

For users who require postural support, perform independent

transfers, have good trunk control, need adjustability to enhance range of motion and mobility

For the user demanding highest-quality aluminum back support

with a wide range of height, width, contour and hardware

options

For the user demanding highest-quality back support with the

greatest combination of weight reduction, clean aesthetics and

functionality

Accommodates users with a wide range of posterior pelvic stability

needs, lateral stability needs, back angle requirements & accessory

capabilities






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paroManufacturer/Model

Tension adjustable

VariLock hardware accommodates

height, width, depth & angle adjustments with one tool while

client is seated

E2611, E2612

E2620

3 lbs./350 lbs.

6.4 lbs. (18"); 300 lbs.

16" and 12"/16" and 12"

21.75" (18" back)/17-23.6"

14-24"/14-24"

17.4" (18" back)/14", 15",

16", 17", 18", 20"

N/A

+/- 20°

No

Air-foam cushion is contoured to

shape of the shell

Stimulite honeycomb

Powder-coated aluminum with

integrated ergonomic handle; air/foam cushion with two-way air

release valve

Nylon outer cover & breathable power

mesh cover

Cover rolls over the top and fastens on inner shell.

User-facing material is breathable spacer

knit fabric

Supracor lumbar support available with

use of back

Deep lateral support shell includes supplemental

lateral supports and PSIS block of closed

cell foam

N/A

Quick-release VariLock hardware

uses 2 points of attachment & can be permanently

attached w/1 screw

Supr

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VARIL

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Tension-Adjustable

ICON Deep Back

Active users who need more support than foam and/or have issues with heat and moisture

Deep contour provides extra lateral support for maximum support for

users with poor trunk control; ideal for those using secondary supports

or a tilt and recline system


Action Products954 Sweeney DriveHagerstown, MD 21740(800) 228-7763actionproducts.com

Drive Medical99 Seaview Blvd.Port Washington, NY 11050(877) 224-0946drivemedical.com

Invacare Corp./Motion ConceptsOne Invacare WayElyria, OH 44035-4190(800) 333-6900invacare.com

New Solutions4321 Alamo St.Riverside, CA 92501(800) 429-9600newsolutions1.com

Ride Designs8100 SouthPark Way, C400Littleton, CO 80120(866) 781-1633ridedesigns.com

ROHO, A Permobil Company100 N. Florida Ave.Belleville, IL 62221(800) 851-3449roho.com

Stealth Products LLC104 John Kelly DriveBurnet, TX 78611(512) 715-9995stealthproducts.com

Sunrise Medical2842 Business Park Ave.Fresno, CA 93727(800) 333-4000sunrisemedical.com

Supracor2050 Corporate CourtSan Jose, CA 95131(800) 787-7226supracor.com

VARILITE4000 1st Ave. SWSeattle, WA 98134(800) 827-4548varilite.com

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