Key Features
- Cushioned back protects lower leg against contact with wheelchair
- Secures easily with quick-release straps
- Covered in durable, wipe-clean vinyl
- Removable cushion
The footrest extender secures to the wheelchair footrest for improved posture, prevents foot drop, and feet from slipping behind the footrests.
Skil-Care’s Two-Piece Wheelchair Footrest Extender is designed to solve two important problems: It provides support to control foot drop and it prevents resident’s feet from slipping off the footrests. The footrest extender is designed to fit 16-inch, 18-inch and 20-inch wide wheelchairs and geri-chairs depending on the model chosen.
Contracture Support: Tailored to accommodate existing flexion contractures, promoting better foot positioning and comfort.
Drop Foot Prevention: Aids in preventing foot drop, facilitating proper foot alignment and stability.
Enhanced Security: Features cushioned back and side panels to prevent feet from slipping off footrests, enhancing patient safety.
Durable and Easy Fit: Constructed with robust materials and adjustable straps, ensuring a durable and secure fit for most foot sizes.
Skil-Care Specializes In: Bed and wheelchair positioning, mattresses, skin protection, gait and transfer assistance, exercise, bariatric accessories, sensory stimulation, physical restraints and numerous other products that are essential.
Product Highlights
- Raises footrest for improved posture and seating alignment
- Prevents foot drop and feet from slipping behind footrests
- May be positioned to accommodate various degrees of ankle plantar flexion
- Cushioned leg rest pad protects lower leg against contact with metal chair components
- Cushions are removable to accommodate heights of one to four inches
- Fits 16"½- 22"½ wheelchairs and geri-chairs
- Modular extenders allow footrest to be raised 1"½- 4"½
- Replacement footrest cushions are available in 1"½- 4"½ thickness