Abstract: The present invention relates to an abduction pillow that is particularly adapted to be utilized in conjunction with a wheelchair. The abduction pillow comprises a generally flat backboard that is adapted to be positioned between the footrest and seat area of the wheelchair and includes a divider cushion secured to the front of said backboard that extends upwardly between a sitting patient's legs so as to prevent the knees of the patient from moving inwardly across the divider cushion and for preventing the legs of the patient from being drawn generally underneath the seat area of the wheelchair.