Matrx Elite Heavy-Duty Back

The Invacare Matrx Elite Heavy-Duty Backrest provides the same supportive, low-profile design as the standard Matrx Elite Back, with larger sizing and increased strength for users who require a higher-capacity wheelchair backrest. Designed for manual and power wheelchairs, the Elite Heavy-Duty Back offers comfortable trunk and pelvic support while helping maintain freedom of movement for daily mobility, transfers, and functional activities.

With a 3″ contour depth, the Elite Heavy-Duty Back provides moderate lateral support without the more restrictive feel of a deep-contour backrest. Its lightweight shell, breathable moisture-resistant cover, oversized foam design, and included lumbar positioning pad help create a supportive seating surface for larger users who need dependable comfort, durability, and postural stability.

Key Features

• Heavy-Duty Back Support: Designed for larger users who need added strength, wider sizing, and reliable postural support
• 3″ Contour Depth: Provides moderate trunk and pelvic support while preserving functional movement and shoulder clearance
• Larger Size Availability: Offered in wider back sizes than the standard Matrx Elite Back to support larger wheelchair seating configurations
• Lightweight Contoured Shell: Provides support without unnecessary bulk, helping maintain a clean and functional wheelchair setup
• Easy Set Mounting Hardware: Allows height, depth, and angle adjustment to help achieve a secure and supportive fit
• Oversized Foam & Cover Design: Foam and cover overlap the shell edges for added comfort, protection, and reduced contact with hard edges
• Moisture-Resistant Breathable Cover: Supports comfort and durability during everyday wheelchair use
• Removable Lumbar Positioning Pad: Included pad helps fine-tune lower-back support and seated posture
• HD Weight Capacity: Supports users up to 500 lbs.

Additional Features & Details

• Designed for both manual and power wheelchair applications
• Provides more structure than standard sling upholstery
• Supports trunk and pelvic positioning while allowing upper-body movement
• Available in larger heavy-duty width options
• Hardware allows positioning adjustments to improve fit and seated alignment
• Headrest adapter options are available for users requiring head support
• Optional privacy flap available
• Works well for users who need moderate support but do not require a deep-contour back
• Designed for long-term daily wheelchair use
• Available in related Elite backrest models, including Elite TR Heavy-Duty and Elite Deep Heavy-Duty configurations

Heavy-Duty Support Without Excessive Restriction

The Matrx Elite Heavy-Duty Back is designed for users who need a wider, stronger backrest while still maintaining the functional benefits of the standard Elite design. Its 3″ contour provides moderate lateral support through the trunk and pelvis, helping improve seated posture without overly limiting shoulder movement, reaching, propulsion, or transfers.

This makes it a practical solution for larger users who need more support than sling upholstery can provide, but who still benefit from an active, functional seating setup.

Easy Set Hardware & Positioning

The Elite Heavy-Duty Back uses Easy Set hardware designed to simplify installation and adjustment. The hardware allows the backrest to be positioned for improved height, depth, and angle, helping align the backrest to the user’s posture and wheelchair frame.

This adjustability helps providers fine-tune the backrest setup for comfort, support, and daily function.

Cover, Comfort & Lumbar Support

The Matrx Elite Heavy-Duty Back includes a breathable, moisture-resistant cover designed for everyday use. The oversized foam and cover design overlaps the shell edges to improve comfort and reduce contact with hard shell surfaces.

A removable lumbar positioning pad is included to provide adjustable lower-back support and help improve seated comfort and posture.

Additional Positioning Options - Sold Separately

The Matrx Elite HD Back can be paired with optional lateral trunk supports to provide added midline stability, postural control, and upper-body support. Lateral supports are commonly used to help reduce leaning, improve alignment, and increase comfort for users who need more support than the backrest alone provides.

Available lateral support options include:

• Fixed Laterals: Provide stable, non-swing-away trunk support with vertical adjustment on the back shell
• Offset Fixed Laterals: Provide 3" of vertical pad placement adjustment and can be mounted higher or lower for customized support
• Swing-Away Laterals: Include a push-button swing-away release for easier transfers, dressing, and caregiver access
• Offset Swing-Away Laterals: Combine swing-away access with added vertical offset adjustment for higher or lower pad placement
• Lateral Support Pads: Available in multiple sizes for use with swing-away lateral hardware

Who This Backrest Is Best For

The Invacare Matrx Elite HD Back is appropriate for users who need:

• A wider, higher-capacity wheelchair backrest
• Moderate trunk and pelvic support
• A 3″ contour backrest that supports posture without limiting movement
• More structure than sling upholstery
• A backrest suitable for manual or power wheelchairs
• Breathable comfort and adjustable lumbar support

Need Help Choosing the Right Backrest?

Need help determining whether the Matrx Elite Heavy-Duty Back is the right fit? Our team can assist with product guidance to help match the backrest size, contour depth, hardware style, and support needs to the user’s wheelchair setup.

RETURN POLICY:

• Returnable with 30% restock fee. Fee waived for Matrx® product exchanges
• Customer is responsible for return shipping. Aracent Healthcare does not provide shipping labels
• For complete terms and conditions, please review our full Return policy

WARRANTY INFORMATION:

• 2 year limited warranty on material defects and workmanship. Excludes punctures, tears, burns, and the removable outer cover. Applicable to original purchaser only
• Any abuse or intentional misuse of the product will void the warranty
• For full details, please review our Product Warranty page

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