Spex Classic Back Support
Easily solve upper torso needs for most wheelchair users with the Spex Classic Back Support. The Classic Back Support incorporates the popular Spex contouring cube system to allow on-the-spot customisations for torso comfort and asymmetry needs.
- Effortless customisations
- On-the-spot adaptions for changing postural needs
- Instant results
- Cubes can be removed and added at any time
- Contouring doesn’t move or slip out of adjustment
- Additional contouring support wedges can be used to further enhance the degree of contouring.
The Classic Back Support, with its rectangle shape, fits between the wheelchair canes, while the T Shape Classic Back Support and the Surface Classic Back Support sit in front of the wheelchair canes due to the additional shoulder and pelvic support components.
Functional Benefits

Instant contouring of the back support surface

Non-slip contours don't move out of adjustment

Slots & hole positions on ventilated shell

Dual-layer outer cover technology
Clinical
Designed for the individual who:
- Requires a comfortable back support to reduce torso pain
- Requires spinal alignment and support
- Has skin breakdown/pressure care needs
- Has bony or protruding skeletal prominences
- Have changing postural needs
- Pertains a maladaptive or asymmetric posture
For Mild Bony Prominences | For Immersion | For Asymmetry |
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Without even adjusting the cube system, the Spex back support has slight contouring and integrates a comfortable pressure reducing foam surface layer to absorb mild bony prominences and asymmetries for uniform torso contact. | For individuals that require immersion into the back support, simply adjust the cube contouring cell system to configure for a perfect fit and shape for the user's back. | For asymmetrical or maladaptive postures, the contour can be arranged to provide the matching shape required to support the user's torso profile. |
Functional
- Comfortable pressure reducing foam surface layer to absorb bony prominences.
- Cube contouring cell system provides configurations for a perfect fit and shape for the client.
- Customisation to contouring are performed on-the-spot.
- Created as the solution-solver for asymmetrical back postures.
- Modular componentry means you can ‘mix and match’ with different lateral pad options and positioning supports.
- Offers exceptional back/shoulder contact.
- Sustainable choice for issuing to other users
- Dual-layer cover reduces shear forces, and breathable air-mesh on back support sides counters moisture and temperature
Specifications
HCPCS Code
E2617
Weight Capacity
Back Support Size | 10"-15" (25.4-38 cm) | 16"-20" (41-51 cm) | 21"+ (53 cm+) |
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Maximum Occupant Weight | 200 lb (90 kg) | 300 lb (136 kg) | Must use Heavy-Duty brackets 400 lb (180 kg) |
Maximum Occupant Weight with Heavy-Duty brackets | 300 lb (136 kg) | 400 lb (180 kg) |
Size Options
Thickness of the back support is 7 cm. The Spex Classic Back Support is designed to be contoured and this measurement only reflects the thickness without any of this contouring. Therefore the back support thickness will likely be less than 7cm in some sections and more in others.
Width | Height | Rectangle Shape Code |
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Fits between wheelchair canes. | ||
10" | 12" | 1255-1012-0SS |
14" | 1255-1014-0SS | |
16" | 1255-1016-0SS | |
11" | 12" | 1255-1112-0SS |
14" | 1255-1114-0SS | |
16" | 1255-1116-0SS | |
12" | 14" | 1255-1214-0SS |
16" | 1255-1216-0SS | |
18" | 1255-1218-0SS | |
13" | 14" | 1255-1314-0SS |
16" | 1255-1316-0SS | |
18" | 1255-1318-0SS | |
14" | 16" | 1255-1416-0SS |
18" | 1255-1418-0SS | |
20" | 1255-1420-0SS | |
15" | 16" | 1255-1516-0SS |
18" | 1255-1518-0SS | |
20" | 1255-1520-0SS | |
16" | 18" | 1255-1618-0SS |
20" | 1255-1620-0SS | |
23" | 1255-1623-0SS | |
17" | 18" | 1255-1718-0SS |
20" | 1255-1720-0SS | |
23" | 1255-1723-0SS | |
18" | 18" | 1255-1818-0SS |
20" | 1255-1820-0SS | |
23" | 1255-1823-0SS | |
19" | 18" | 1255-1918-0SS |
20" | 1255-1920-0SS | |
23" | 1255-1923-0SS | |
20" | 18" | 1255-2018-0SS |
20" | 1255-2020-0SS | |
23" | 1255-2023-0SS |
View specifications on the Spex Classic T Shape Back Support and Spex Classic Surface Back Support.
Hardware Options
Quad Mount Back Support Hardware

Default back support hardware on all back supports. Angle adjustment of up to 20°. A variation of the Quad Mount Hardware is also available for Adapta Back Supports.
Dual Mount Back Support Hardware

Unsuitable for chairs with back brace between canes. Angle adjustment of up to 25°. A variation of the Dual Mount Hardware is also available for Adapta Back Supports.
Single Mount Back Support Hardware

Preferred maximum back height of 18", with angle adjustment of up to 30°
Quad Mount Fixed Back Support Hardware

Fully adjustable, non-removable back support hardware.
Direct Mount Back Support Hardware

Width adjustable only, non-removable back support hardware.
Heavy-Duty Quad Mount Back Support Hardware

For users up to 136kg (10-15" back support) or 180kg (16"+ back support)
Accessories

Asymmetric contour wedge kit

Lateral Trunk Supports

Head Support
Media
Customisations
1/2" Gel-foam in Spinal region
Custom fabric choice on cover

1208-2949-209 | Spextex. Wipe-down, waterproof finish |
1208-2949-219 | Spextex. Knitted side, fabric finish |
1208-2949-099 | Air mesh Spacer fabric |
Supracor insert in envelope, installed to back support cover

Supracor covers add 13 mm to backrest thickness and provide heat & sweat reduction.