Where to get a cushion to make sitting easier

Hi there ,

Firstly welcome to the online community although I’m so sorry that you’ve had the need to find us. This is a great place to get advice on dealing with any side effects that may crop up before/during/after treatment & somewhere you can come for some support when needed from others that are & have been in the position you are now. It’s also great to hear that you’re going to get the vaccine before you begin your treatment! 

If you click on my username & have a little read of my profile you’ll see I had surgery (local resection) first followed 8 weeks later by a course of chemoradiotherapy, I didn’t have the need for a cushion during treatment, the discomfort I suffered in the couple of weeks post treatment was remedied by just sitting or laying on my side although following my surgery was a very different matter! I was really sore & on advice from this forum soon ordered myself a doughnut cushion from Amazon & used it in the house & also for driving. Some other members here though have been advised on other cushion styles, I’ll try & contact someone I know had a different style & see if I can find out a name & supplier of these, hopefully someone will be along shortly with some information on other ideas too. 

Regarding the treatment for me the thought & imaginings of what was going to happen were far worse than the reality. The side effects are accumulative & you’ll be given advice, lotions & potions  & learn to deal with them as they arise. 

Please don’t hesitate to ask if you’ve any questions about anything there’s always someone around that can usually offer some advice .

Nicola

Thanks for that Nicola. Really pleased l am getting the vaccine before treatment. Looking at Amazon now but would welcome any other suggestions for cushions also.

Got all my booklets and info from the oncology clinic today so lots of reading ahead.I've 

Liz

Hi again ,

I’ve contacted my friend who used another cushion during her treatment & she’s kindly sent me the link I hope the link works! 
https://putnams.co.uk/products/ischial-bursitis-cushion?variant=32801711718503&cmp_id=11429735486&adg_id=111323201029&kwd=&device=m&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIve_csIeZ7gIVhO3tCh16PwZWEAQYBiABEgLHvvD_BwE

Yes there’s a lot of information to absorb in the beginning isn’t there? 

Nicola

Try The Complete Care shop. Complete care shop.co.uk I think!  I had an Inflatable Pressure Cushion which my husband had been given - I took it everywhere and used in car too. Perfect. Helped a lot.  I also have a doughnut cushion but prefer the inflatable one. 
Good luck! 

Hi and welcome.  Yes, sitting is uncomfortable during treatment.  I tried a donut ring cushion but didn't find it comfortable enough. I was referred to the District Nurses through the hospital as they provide specialist equipment and they gave me a special cushion which was unbelievably comfortable. They also said I could have a special mattress if I needed it but I didn't. Also, just to say that my treatment was definitely not as bad as I expected it to be. It does go very quickly as well.  Please come back on with any other queries about anything, Bev 

Hi LizR

I think I did a shopping list in a previous post. Things I picked up from this site really. Things I wouldn’t have done without are.....

Portable bidet bottle - important later on in treatment and post treatment 

Dead sea salts for bath but not once sores break!!

Air cushion / doughnut cushion

Leg rest - put feet up on sofa

V pillow

Boxer shorts - stop knicker line soreness

Long nighty - same as above can slouch with legs up and still dignified

Tena lady pads 

Sensitive flushable wipes

Gentle soap and soft sponge

I also bought elasticated waist trousers (no metal at all) so could just slide down for radiotherapy- no need to change then

I’m 3 weeks post treatment now. Doing well. Grateful for this group and all the support it offers. How this helps...... please ask if you have any questions. Great you’ve had vaccine! 
Best wishes 

Ruth

Hi LizR,

When I went (came) through this in 2012/2013, I bought the following pillow from our local medical supply - meant for broken coccyx bone, but certainly relieved the pressure from my anal area. Used at home, in the car, and when out.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Drive-Cushion-Removable-Machine-Washable/dp/B009DZQL7E

I see there are a number of what look to be more comfortable (sculpted) versions (that were not carried where I bought mine).

An example:  

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Asteri-Orthopedic-Lightweight-Ergonomic-Wheelchair/dp/B082PRM76G

Good luck and best wishes.

I will look into that.

Thanks

Liz

Thanks for that Ruth. This will be a great help.

Liz

There a certainly a lot to choose from.

Liz