The VARILITE Talon™ offers unequaled pelvic support and comfort for wheelchair users.

The Talon properly positions clients with spinal-cord injury by supporting the PSIS (posterior superior iliac spine) and, because it’s ultralightweight, reduces fatigue and joint strain for those who manually propel. Plus, the Talon’s low-profile design and contemporary finish complement modern wheelchairs.

The Talon’s innovative mounting hardware makes it exceptionally adjustable. For the first time, therapists and seating specialists can select an effective low back system that adjusts to fit the client.

The Talon’s innovative attachment hardware provides a range of adjustability for a precise fit. Its ergonomically correct shell, VARILITE Air-Foam Floatation cushion, and innovative cover provide unmatched comfort. The Talon is also ultralightweight, weighing less than 1 lb (0.45 kg).

Shell
Ultralightweight aluminum shell provides compliant support of soft-tissue areas. Oval-shaped for maximum support at the PSIS; tapered and contoured at the ends for lateral support. Low-profile design for upper-body freedom of movement. Anodized finish.

Cushion
VARILITE air-foam floatation cushion. Sculpted foam fits shell contour without bunching. Foam is bonded to puncture and water resistant fabrics—four-way-stretch knit for compliance and nylon for durability—that make the cushion hold air. A two-way valve lets air in and out of the cushion for an individual fit. Cushion is oversized to protect the user during reaching or weight-shifting activities.

Cover
Wrap around cover provides maximum padding and protection. Four-way-stretch mesh top fabric wicks moisture away from the body. Pass-through attachment flaps and large loop panel on the backside of the cover securely attach to hook strips on the shell. Special lining keeps cushion in place inside the cover. Reticulated foam inside promotes air exchange and improves pressure distribution. Talon cover meets ISO 7176-16 ignition resistance standards for upholstered wheelchair components. Machine washable.

Mounting Hardware
Innovative hardware permits adjustment in three directions: height, depth and angle. Hardware attaches to the stabilizer bar of a rigid wheelchair, in line with the PSIS. Hardware can be installed with client in the chair. Anodized finish.

Talon attaches to a rigid wheelchair’s stabilizer bar. Its mounting bracket provides adjustment in three directions—height, depth, and angle—and is available in three lengths to permit a range of posterior and anterior positioning.

For most users, the Talon is positioned with the shell 1/4 inch behind the chair canes. Our selection guide OLE_LINK1shows the recommended mounting bracket based on stabilizer-bar depth, as well as the range of posterior and anterior adjustment possible with each bracket

A back system must be comfortable, and comfort begins with a well-designed cushion and cover. The Talon uses VARILITE air-foam floatation for a cushion that provides unsurpassed comfort, while our innovative cover keeps the cushion properly positioned.

1. Cushion foam is thicker at the center for PSIS support and tapered at the sides to accommodate soft tissue
2. Foam is oversized to protect user from the shell edges
3. Channels in the foam let the cushion bend, without bunching, to fit the contour of the shell
4. Two-way air valve lets the user control cushion thickness and amount of immersion
5. Four-way-stretch knit fabric on front of cushion conforms to the user
6. Nylon fabric on back of cushion grips the nonslip cover lining to reduce cushion movement
7. Four-way-stretch mesh fabric is used on the front of the cover for breathability
8. Reticulated foam inside the cover provides breathability and wicks moisture
9. Mesh and reticulated foam wrap around the top of the shell to protect user when “bridging”
10. Nonslip cover lining grips the cushion to reduce movement inside the cover
11. Attachment tabs on the cover wrap around and through the shell to keep the cushion in place
12. Back of the cover made from durable packcloth with loop fabric for secure attachment to shell
13. Cover is machine-washable
14. Cover meets ISO 7176-16 ignition resistance standards