Manage Pressure Points with Foam Padding

Pressure management is a real issue for people in all walks in life, not just those who must stay in beds for extended periods of time or individuals who use wheelchairs. People who sit for a substantial portion of their day, like office workers and truck drivers, are prone to pressure management issues, no matter their age or health. This can be a very serious issue, as poorly distributed weight can lead to circulation problems, numbness and in extreme cases, sores. One solution to pressure reduction is the implementation of foam seat padding, something that can be applied to your life in the office, on the road or even asleep in bed.

Foam pads, whether they’re used every day as a chair cushion or are occasional use products like a storage bed for guests, distribute weight evenly promoting better circulation and comfort. In the appropriate density and thickness, foam spreads your weight across its form without bottoming out, distributing pressure evenly and cradling the body, as opposed to a hard surface where weight is concentrated on a few small areas. Pads can be made of conventional polyurethane foam, memory foam or even latex foam, so you can get the right mix of comfort and support for your needs. Pressure relieving cushions can also be shaped to help your posture, like a wedge foam pillow, or placed under your knees or back while sleeping in your contemporary bed.

Furniture can even be made to include pressure-reducing foam. Foam-filled beanbag chairs are one example, great as relaxing, form-fitting furniture for watching movies and playing video games. If you’re uncomfortable at work, in the car or in bed, pressure issues may to be to blame and foam pads can help.