Product Description

Levabo All Up Elbow & Heel Cushion - Single

An inflatable positioning cushion designed to help relieve pressure on the elbow or heel for seated and lying users. The Levabo All Up Elbow & Heel Cushion supports even pressure distribution and can be used as part of a pressure ulcer prevention or pressure relief care plan.

Best for: Targeted elbow or heel pressure relief, pressure ulcer prevention, pressure redistribution, patient positioning and single-patient use in clinical, care home, community and home care settings.

Not ideal for: Use without regular skin checks, use as a replacement for repositioning care, or use where the cushion is damaged, leaking or unable to maintain suitable inflation.

• Designed to relieve pressure on either the elbow or heel
• Suitable for both seated and lying users
• Inflatable design allows adjustment to the user’s anatomy and care needs
• Soft nonwoven felt surface is skin-friendly, moisture-absorbing and heat-transporting
• Single-patient use to support hygiene and infection prevention practice

What is it?

The Levabo All Up Elbow & Heel Cushion is a compact, inflatable pressure-relieving positioning cushion for supporting either the elbow or heel. It is designed to provide effective and even pressure distribution for users who are seated or lying down.

The cushion is supplied deflated and can be quickly prepared using the oral inflation device. Once inflated, the patient’s arm or foot is placed into the support area and secured with the integrated strap to help maintain position.

The soft nonwoven felt covering is designed to be comfortable against the skin, helping absorb moisture and transfer heat while supporting pressure care in clinical and home environments.

Who is it for?

This cushion is intended for individuals who require targeted pressure relief at the elbow or heel, particularly where reduced mobility, prolonged sitting or prolonged lying increases the risk of pressure damage.

It may be appropriate for:

• Patients at risk of heel pressure ulcers
• Patients at risk of elbow pressure ulcers
• People with limited mobility or reduced ability to reposition independently
• Individuals spending extended periods in bed or seated positions
• Patients requiring a lightweight pressure redistribution aid
• Clinical, care home, community care and home care environments

Use should always form part of an individual pressure care plan, including regular skin inspection, repositioning and clinical review.

What does it help with?

The All Up Elbow & Heel Cushion is designed to help reduce localised pressure over vulnerable bony prominences by lifting and supporting the limb.

• Heel pressure risk → Helps raise the heel away from the support surface to reduce direct loading
• Elbow pressure risk → Supports the elbow and helps reduce concentrated pressure over the joint
• Pressure ulcer prevention → Supports even pressure distribution as part of a wider prevention plan
• Pressure ulcer relief → May help reduce pressure on affected areas when used under clinical guidance
• Patient positioning → Helps maintain comfortable limb positioning in bed or chair-based care
• Hygiene-controlled care → Single-patient use supports infection prevention practice

It is not a substitute for clinical assessment, repositioning schedules or wound care treatment, but may support pressure management when used appropriately.

How does it work?

The cushion uses a single inflatable air cell to create a soft, adjustable support surface. When inflated correctly, it helps lift the elbow or heel and redistribute pressure around the supported area.

The cushion should be inflated to approximately three-quarters full so that it remains soft and pliable. This helps avoid excessive firmness, which could create unwanted pressure rather than relieving it.

Once the arm or foot is positioned in the bearing pad, the strap is closed over the opening to help keep the limb in place. The elbow or heel should be raised approximately 1½ finger widths above the support surface.

The cushion can be reinflated if it loses air during use. If it is inflated too firmly, the supplied adapter can be used to adjust the air pressure.

Expected Comfort and Use Timeline

First use

The cushion should feel soft, supportive and lightly stabilising. It should not feel hard, tight or uncomfortable. Check that the elbow or heel is lifted correctly and that there is no excessive pressure from the strap.

During use

Regularly check the skin around the supported area for redness, marking, discomfort, warmth, swelling or signs of pressure damage. Reposition the patient in line with the care plan and adjust inflation if required.

Same-patient use period

Levabo states that the cushion can be used by the same patient for 6-8 weeks, provided it remains intact, clean, clinically suitable and able to maintain appropriate inflation.

Common Problems and How This Cushion Helps

Key Benefits

• Helps relieve pressure at the elbow or heel
• Supports pressure redistribution for vulnerable skin areas
• Suitable for seated and lying users
• Inflatable and adjustable to individual patient anatomy
• Soft nonwoven felt surface for patient comfort
• Moisture-absorbing and heat-transporting material
• Lightweight and compact at 60 g
• Supplied flat for space-saving storage
• Single-patient use supports hygiene protocols
• Includes oral inflation device and valve patch

Fit & Comfort Check

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overinflating the cushion, which may increase pressure rather than relieve it.
• Using the cushion without regular skin checks.
• Assuming the cushion replaces repositioning, turning schedules or pressure area care.
• Using the product if it is punctured, leaking or unable to hold air.
• Reusing the cushion between different patients.
• Positioning the strap too tightly over the limb.

How to Use

1. Unfold the cushion before use.
2. Insert the oral inflation device or compatible pump into the self-closing valve.
3. Inflate the cushion approximately three-quarters full so it remains soft and pliable.
4. Remove the inflation device from the valve.
5. Place the patient’s arm or foot into the bearing pad.
6. Close the strap over the opening to help maintain the position.
7. Check that the elbow or heel is raised approximately 1½ finger widths above the support surface.
8. Reinflate if the cushion loses air during use.
9. If the cushion is too firm, use the supplied adapter to reduce air pressure.
10. Continue regular skin inspection and repositioning in line with the patient’s pressure care plan.

Technical specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Levabo All Up Elbow & Heel Cushion used for?

It is used to help relieve pressure on either the elbow or heel. It supports even pressure distribution and may be used as part of a pressure ulcer prevention or pressure relief care plan.

Can it be used for both the elbow and the heel?

Yes. The cushion is multifunctional and can be used to support either the elbow or the heel, depending on the patient’s positioning needs.

Is it suitable for lying patients?

Yes. It is suitable for lying users and can also be used for seated users where targeted elbow or heel pressure relief is required.

How much should the cushion be inflated?

The cushion should be inflated approximately three-quarters full so that it remains soft and pliable. The elbow or heel should be raised approximately 1½ finger widths above the support surface.

Is it single use?

It is designed for single-patient use. Levabo states that the cushion can be used by the same patient for 6-8 weeks, depending on condition, suitability and local clinical guidance.

What is the maximum user weight?

The maximum user weight is 150 kg.

What is supplied with the cushion?

The cushion is supplied with an oral inflation device and valve patch. A manual pump is available separately under product code LV0020.

Can this cushion replace repositioning?

No. The cushion should be used as part of a wider pressure care plan. Regular repositioning, skin inspection and clinical assessment remain essential.

Complementary Products

• Levabo manual pump, product code LV0020
• Pressure care cushions for additional positioning support
• Heel protection and offloading products where clinically indicated
• Appropriate wound dressings where pressure damage or skin breakdown is present
• Patient handling and repositioning aids to support pressure area care

Content credibility

Written by: Algeos Product & Clinical Content Team
Last reviewed: June 2026

This content is provided for general buyer guidance and educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always follow the recommendations of your healthcare professional, tissue viability team, podiatrist or wound care specialist.