Proactive Medical Protekt Wheelchair Legrest Pad
Proactive Medicalâ„¢ Protekt Wheelchair Legrest Pad
High-Resilience Therapeutic Support Foam, Fluid-Proof Vinyl Outer Cover, Gap-Eliminating Calf Bridge Design, and Quick-Release Strap Mounting
Resting lower extremities directly against unpadded metal wheelchair legrest frames or swing-away rigging can cause painful localized pressure points and skin abrasion. Additionally, open gaps between individual leg rest assemblies allow legs to slip backward off the footplates, causing improper knee alignment and forward pelvic sliding. The Proactive Medicalâ„¢ Protekt Legrest Pad series provides a cushioned, continuous surface that protects the calves and eliminates legrest gaps.
Engineered with a high-resilience therapeutic foam core, this pad absorbs bumps and road vibrations during transit to protect fragile skin along the calves. The exterior is encased in a low-shear, fluid-proof vinyl skin that wipes clean easily with spray disinfectants. Utilizing industrial webbed straps with quick-release side buckles, the pad attaches tool-free across wheelchair legrest uprights. Available in Standard (16"–20") and Wide Bariatric (22"–24") seat width layouts, this seating accessory supports posture stability and daily comfort.
Key Performance Features & Benefits
- High-Resilience Therapeutic Foam Core: Cushions calves against metal frame contact and absorbs bumps during travel.
- Continuous Surface Calf Bridge: Fills the open gap between separate leg rests to prevent feet and lower legs from slipping backward.
- Fluid-Proof & Low-Shear Vinyl Skin: Non-porous outer cover protects skin from friction while standing up to spills and routine sanitization.
- Quick-Release Strap Attachment: Industrial webbed straps with side-release buckles allow tool-free installation and fast removal.
- Supports Upright Pelvic Alignment: Keeps legs properly positioned forward to help prevent sacral sitting and postural slumping.
- Standard & Wide Bariatric Layouts: Offered in Standard (SKU 47020 for 16"–20" seats) and Wide (SKU 47024 for 22"–24" seats) widths.
- 100% FSA / HSA Eligible: Qualified wheelchair seating accessory eligible for pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account reimbursement.
Wheelchair Specialist Insight: Bridging the open space between individual leg rests is one of the most effective ways to stop lower limb entrapment. When the lower legs are supported by a continuous padded back wall, the feet remain properly centered on the footplates, preventing the rider from sliding forward into a slumped pelvic position. Measure your wheelchair's seat width to choose between the standard 47020 model (16" to 20") and the wide 47024 model (22" to 24").
Detailed Technical Specifications
- Master Brand / Manufacturer Proactive Medical Productsâ„¢
- Standard Seat Width Fitting 16" - 20" Seat Widths (SKU 47020)
- Wide Seat Width Fitting 22" - 24" Seat Widths (SKU 47024)
- Internal Core Composition High-Resilience Therapeutic Support Foam
- Outer Cover Material Fluid-Proof, Non-Porous, Low-Shear Vinyl
- Attachment Mechanics Industrial Webbed Straps w/ Quick-Release Buckles
- Primary Clinical Function Calf Cushioning & Legrest Gap Elimination
- UNSPSC Commodity Code 42192208 (Wheelchair Seating Accessories)
- Account & Tax Compliance 100% FSA / HSA Eligible Item
📦 Model Reference Guide
- Protekt Standard Legrest Pad (SKU: 47020) Fits Standard 16" to 20" Wheelchair Frame Widths
- Protekt Wide Legrest Pad (SKU: 47024) Fits Wide 22" to 24" Bariatric Wheelchair Frame Widths
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this legrest pad interfere with folding the wheelchair?
A: Because the pad bridges both leg rests to create a continuous platform, it must be unbuckled before folding the chair flat. The quick-release side buckles allow you to unclip and remove the pad in seconds.
Q: Will this pad fit both swing-away footrests and elevating leg rests (ELRs)?
A: Yes. The webbed strap system wraps securely around both standard swing-away footrest poles and elevating leg rest frames, providing calf padding regardless of legrest angle.
Q: How do I clean and sanitize the vinyl cover?
A: The fluid-proof vinyl cover can be wiped clean using standard disinfectant wipes, sanitizing sprays, or warm water and mild soap. Do not submerge or machine wash the inner foam core.
Retail Disclaimer: Technical specifications, dimensions, and model details are compiled directly from manufacturer technical reference indexes (Proactive Medical Products). EnhDme recommends confirming wheelchair seat width prior to checkout. This product is a wheelchair seating accessory.
âš WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
