Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger

The Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger provides comfortable leg and foot cushioning for wheelchair users needing lower-extremity support and leg protection. These wheelchair positioning cushions are designed to prevent feet the user's from slipping behind footrests or becoming tangled in the chair.

The Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger is easy to attach using the quick-release buckle straps. The leg cushion is placed between the footrest bars with the 4 inch foot cushion resting on top of the footrests. First, position the person in the wheelchair and adjust the footrests to the correct height. Release the quick-release buckles on the cushion attachment straps. Position the Leg Hugger cushion between the footrest bars with the extender resting on top of the footrests. Wrap the top straps around the outside of each footrest hanger and fasten the quick-release buckles, and follow same procedure for the lower straps. Adjust the straps so the leg rest sits flush between the footrest bars, this will allow more room on the footrests for the user’s feet.

The Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger positioning aid helps to prevent footdrop by increasing the base of support and elevating the footrest. The support is cushioned with foam padding to provide comfortable positioning, and covered in water-repellent, wipe-clean vinyl. The Leg Hugger measures 15-1/2 inches wide, 9 inches high. The Foot Hugger measures 13 inches wide, 9 inches long, and is available with 4 inch high padding. Users should not attempt or be allowed to exit wheelchair unassisted without first removing the cushions from the wheelchair. The Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger helps prevent the user's feet from slipping off wheelchair footrests or becoming entangled under chair.

Posey Leg and Foot Hugger Instructions

The Importance of Good Wheelchair Positioning

Posey Leg Hugger with 4 inch Foot Hugger Specifications:

• Leg Hugger measures: 15-1/2 inches wide, 9 inches high.
Foot Hugger measures: 13 inches wide, 9 inches long, 4 inch high padding.
• Materials: Cushioned foam padding covered in water- repellent, wipe-clean vinyl.
• Color: Blue.
• Fits: 18 to 20 inch wide wheelchairs.
• Meets: CA# 117 flame retardancy standards.