Riser Recliner Chair Assessment
Our many years of expertise in the healthcare and independent living sectors enable us to provide you with advice on choosing the right chairs for your individual needs. Below are the points that we will cover during a chair assessment, we will talk you through these options and ensure that the chair you choose will be right for you. Call or contact us today, we are only too pleased to help.
Areas to consider
- User weight: check the weight of each person who is likely to be using the chair. The maximum user weight of our standard chairs is 19 stone
- Type of “Mechanism” required: rise & recline, manual recliner or static chair.
- The number of motors: required – manual, single or dual motors
- Measurements: you need to have the correct measurements of your chosen chair to give you the maximum comfort and benefit and don’t forget the overall size of the chair in relation to your room. (We can come & help you with these measurements, just ask!)
- The critical measurements are as follows:
- Seat-to-floor height
- Seat depth
- Seat width
- Back height
- Arm-to-seat height
- The critical measurements are as follows:
- Style: you will need to consider the most suitable style of chair which will include: back design – 3 designs/styles to choose from, with the waterfall back as standard however you may decide on a traditional button back or one that gives lateral support
- Choice of fabric: take into account any incontinence issues, you can also request a water-resistant multi-way stretch fabric such as Panvelle Stretch.
- Safety: You may wish to purchase an Anti-entrapment system when there are concerns about small children and pets, who may get under the chair.
- Castors: When castors are required (to allow the chair to move) consider requesting braked castors on the rear to stop the chair moving when the user is getting in or out of the chair.
- A battery backup system: is a good option if your home is at risk of having power cuts.
Contact us if you require a riser recliner lift chair or standard armchair assessment.
