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Pressure Relief, Wheelchair and Massage Cushions

The right cushion makes a real difference to how long you can sit comfortably, and to pressure management if you spend a lot of time in a chair. Our range covers pressure relief, lumbar support, coccyx cushions, wheelchair cushions and booster cushions for raising seat height. Browse our full comfort living range for other products that help with everyday comfort at home.

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About Our Support Cushions

Pressure relief cushions redistribute your weight across a larger surface area, reducing the concentration of pressure on the tailbone, hips and thighs that causes discomfort and, over time, pressure sores. Memory foam moulds to your shape. Gel disperses pressure more actively and tends to stay cooler. Contoured foam provides a fixed supportive shape rather than adapting to you.

Booster cushions add height to a seat, making it easier to stand without rocking forward or pushing hard through the armrests. They work well on dining chairs, armchairs and riser recliners alike. Lumbar cushions support the lower back during longer periods of sitting.

Our furniture risers and over chair tables are worth browsing alongside cushions if you are thinking about overall seating comfort more broadly.

Support Cushion FAQs

  • What is a pressure relief cushion and do I need one?

    A pressure relief cushion spreads your body weight more evenly across the seat surface, reducing pressure on any one point. It matters most for anyone who sits for long periods, has reduced sensation, or is at risk of pressure sores. If you notice redness or discomfort on your tailbone or hips after sitting, it is worth trying one before those areas become a more serious problem. This advice article on living with osteoarthritis covers cushion choice alongside other ways to reduce joint discomfort when sitting.

  • What is the difference between a memory foam and a gel cushion?

    Memory foam compresses under your weight and slowly returns to shape, giving a custom-fitting feel. Gel disperses pressure more dynamically and tends to feel cooler, which suits people who find foam too warm for longer sitting periods. Both work well for pressure relief. The choice usually comes down to personal preference for feel and temperature.

  • What cushion helps with coccyx pain?

    A coccyx cushion has a cut-out at the rear that removes direct contact between the tailbone and the seat surface. This takes the pressure off the coccyx entirely while still supporting the surrounding area, and is useful for anyone with chronic tailbone pain or who has had a fracture or bruising in that area.

  • Can I use a pressure cushion on a riser recliner or wheelchair?

    Yes to both. Most of our cushions work across a range of seating, from dining chairs to wheelchairs and mobility scooters. For wheelchair users, cushion choice affects both comfort and pressure management across potentially many hours of sitting. Natasha, our occupational therapist, covers cushion selection in her guide to using a wheelchair correctly, and this guide to wheelchair sizing covers how cushion thickness affects overall fit. Check dimensions against your seat before ordering.

  • What does a booster cushion do?

    It raises the seat height, reducing how far you need to lower yourself and push back up. A few centimetres of extra height can make a noticeable difference to standing independently from a low chair or sofa.

Content reviewed: July 2026

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