Bed Wedge Cushions

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The right bed wedge cushion gives you comfortable, consistent support without adjusting the bed itself. This collection of bed wedge cushions Australia brings together positioning aids, leg elevation wedges, and back support cushions: practical bedroom aids for older Australians and anyone who wants better comfort and body positioning in bed. Which Bed Wedge Cushion Is Right for You? Bed wedge cushions come in three main types, each shaped for a different purpose. Knowing which type suits you makes it much easier to choose. Here is what to look for. Back and Torso Elevation Wedges (for Reflux, Reading, and Breathing) A back wedge sits behind your upper body, propping you at an angle between about 30 and 45 degrees. This is the wedge most people are thinking of when they search for a bed wedge for acid reflux or GERD. By keeping the upper body raised, it makes it harder for stomach acid to travel upward. The same angle also helps reduce snoring and makes breathing more comfortable for anyone who finds lying completely flat difficult. The same wedge doubles as a comfortable support for reading in bed or watching TV — far steadier than a pile of pillows that shifts through the night. Most models are between 60 and 90 cm wide and 15 to 25 cm tall at the high end. A larger wedge gives more surface area for your back and shoulders; a narrower one is easier to store. If you are shopping for a bedroom aid to make sleeping or resting more comfortable, a back elevation wedge is the right starting point for most people. Leg Elevation Wedges (for Circulation and Leg Oedema) A leg elevation wedge sits under your calves and heels to raise your legs above the level of your heart. This gentle angle encourages fluid to drain back toward the body rather than pooling in the lower legs and ankles. It is one of the simplest ways to support circulation and ease the discomfort of swollen legs, leg oedema, or tired, heavy feet at the end of the day. Leg wedges typically have a low incline