Tilt in the space reclining pressure relieving electric wheelchair to help prevent pressure sores

Pressure maps from left to right:

upright; 45 degree tilt; 45 degree tilt with recline. The tilt with recline gives the best pressure relief in this case.

(remember that everybody is different. Some people weigh a lot more than others. It also depends on what sort of cushion you are sitting on. So bear in mind that the pressure mapping illustration on this page may differ quite a bit from you. It just gives you an idea of how a tilting/reclining wheelchair can help you avoid pressure problems)

Images courtesy of SCI pages