I also used a Jay gel cushion my first 25 years before I got my first pressure sore. I then switched to a Roho air cushion and haven't had any skin issues since.
The Jay cushion is more stable but it amplifies any bumps, such as sidewalk cracks, as you roll over them. The Roho is less stable for transfers but much more forgiving and cushy over bumps. Another interesting thing about air cushions is how they are affected by elevation; when I drive from Phoenix to Flagstaff--an increase in elevation of about 6,000 ft--I have to let air out of my cushion or it becomes too hard. There are pros and cons for each type of cushion. FYI, the Roho President monitors this list for any issues and feedback regarding their products. I think that is really cool and very proactive on Roho's part. We, the end users, really know how well the product works better than anyone. Don. On Tuesday, April 22, 2014 10:05 AM, Gmail <[email protected]> wrote: I used gel my first 25 years then developed pressure sores after a ryzodomy then I HAD to go to Roho to sit on AND sleep on. Bobbie Smile Everyday On Apr 22, 2014, at 12:45 PM, RONALD L PRACHT <[email protected]> wrote: I guess Ive been lucky pressure sore wise. I have been using a jay 2 gel since day 1 16 years ago and Im on my fourth one. Rohos aren't dummy proof. You have to constantly be aware of the air pressure. I also cant stand how they are to transfer out of. That was the reason I picked a gel, they have a transfer section in the front. Any therapist will tell you though if you have been using a certain style cushion for years without incident..........don't change it. > > >ron > >From: Larry Willis <[email protected]> >To: [email protected] >Sent: Monday, April 21, 2014 8:55 AM >Subject: Fwd: [QUAD-L] Roho > > > >Thanks Don. I know what you are saying about the importance of a cushion. I >had a flat once a few years ago and paid a dear price. I'm supposed to have a >new one in my insurance pipeline. > >Sent from my iPad > >Begin forwarded message: > > >From: Don Price <[email protected]> >>Date: April 20, 2014 at 11:12:13 PM EDT >>To: Larry Willis <[email protected]>, "[email protected]" >><[email protected]> >>Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] Roho >>Reply-To: Don Price <[email protected]> >> >> >I admire your tenacity and ingenuity. But I'd never 'chance it' with a Roho. >Even a pinhole leak could have you bottoming out after a day or two, and you >know what dangers that could lead to. Rohos are only a few hundred bucks. >Decubes are... hell, a lot more expensive than that. If your insurance is >denying you a new Roho simply point out the cost of a flap surgery to them. If >they STILL won't buy you one, let me know and I'll find you a donated one here >in Phoenix. As much as I'm a thrifty kind of guy, the last place I want to >skimp is on my cushion. Best wishes to you, my friend. >> >> >>Don. >>On Sunday, April 20, 2014 6:05 PM, Larry Willis <[email protected]> >>wrote: >> >>Roho news -- I patched two high profiles with Goop sealant and so far it has >>worked great. I call this a major breakthrough. I never had much luck with >>the repair kits, especially around the valve stem. >> >>Sent from my iPad >> >> > >
