Reflux Wedge

Units of Measurement: Each

$33.00 USD$86.00 USD

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WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT?

The Reflux Wedge is used in a bed to keep the upper part of a person’s body raised at an angle that will help prevent stomach acid backing up into the esophagus and causing gastric reflux (GERD), more commonly known as ‘heartburn’.

  • Keeps the body at an angle to help prevent reflux
  • Firm foam with a soft, cooling Hygroflex top layer
  • Washable, breathable, moisture-wicking cover material
  • Two-piece design to minimize storage space and reduce freight cost
  • Spare cover available, to use while the other cover is in the wash
  • Optional Bag so the Wedge can be transported or stored

The ordering options in the drop-down menu are:

Reflux Wedge
Foam wedge with a washable, breathable, moisture-wicking cover.
Spare Cover The same cover that comes supplied with the Reflux Wedge, so that you can have a spare to use while the other cover is being washed.
Thermoregulating (TR) Insert This Insert goes under the Reflux Wedge cover. The TR material (Phase Change Material) helps keep cold people warmer, and hot people cooler.
Bag Makes it easier to carry the Wedge when traveling. Over-sized to allow space for other accessories and pyjamas, etc.

WHO IS THIS PRODUCT SUITABLE FOR?

Suitable for use by people who suffer from heartburn when lying down.

It may also be beneficial in treating Sleep Apnoea, congestion from colds and flu or other allergies, sinus infections, nasal drip, snoring, shoulder or neck pain, inflammation and swelling, pregnancy heartburn.

BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Fit the Thermoregulating (TR) Insert (if applicable) and then the cover to the Reflux Wedge. Place the Reflux Wedge on top of the mattress, with a pillow at the highest point.

WHAT IS THIS PRODUCT MADE FROM?

Foam, material.

ALTERNATIVE OR RELATED PRODUCTS

non-slide-bed-pad Non-Slide Bed Pad Designed to help prevent people from sliding down a Reflux Wedge.
pillow adjustable trisection Pillow – Adjustable Trisection Designed to help people position themselves higher up on the Wedge.

 

 

 

STOCK KEEPING UNIT (SKU), SIZE, WEIGHT, GLOBAL TRADE ITEM NUMBER (GTIN)

SKU SIZE WIDTH LENGTH WEIGHT GTIN
1159 Reflux Wedge 24″ 24″ 4.4lbs 9349145009594
1159C Reflux Wedge Spare Cover 24″ 24″ 1lbs 9349145009617
1159TR Reflux Wedge Thermoregulating (TR) Insert 24″ 24″ 0.4lbs 9349145009624
1159B Reflux Wedge Bag 24.5″ 13″ 1.3lbs 9349145009600


GLOBAL MEDICAL DEVICE NUMBER (GMDN)

40600

CLEANING METHOD

Foam: Remove the foam and rinse in water.
Cover: Machine or hand wash the cover.

MAXIMUM WASHING TEMPERATURE

Foam: Warm.
Cover: 80°C / 176°F.

TR Cover: 40°C (104°F).

DETERGENT

Use a mild detergent. Do not use fabric softener.

DRYING METHOD

Foam: Air dry in the shade.
Cover: Air dry in the shade. Alternatively, tumble dry on a cool temperature and make sure the drum is cool.

CLEANING WARNING

Only use and store the product when it is dry.