Facing Mobility Issues Does Not Have To leave You Helpless
Facing the realization that your mobility options are limited from what they may have been, or that someone you love and care about my face a loss of mobility can be devastating both physically and mentally. Those daily living aids that you took for granted can sometimes present an every day problem. Fortunately, there are now products to solve these every day needs. With the wealth of products available it can become quite overwhelming deciding which ones to choose. One important aspect of Mobility Equipment is where to sit when you wish to relax. For those with chronic pains, this can become an issue as trying to reach a sitting or standing level can cause quite serious pain. However there are chairs that can help with this issue which raise or decline at the switch of a button, allowing the chair to take the brunt of the sitting or standing work.
However, these chairs are not often a one fits all solution. One thing to consider is whether a heavy duty chair lift will needed to be considered. These chairs can often accommodate weights of upto 700 pounds. These chairs often have dual motors to ensure powerful operation, so for the heavier user, there is no issue with compromising need with comfort. Height can also be an issue. If you are a tall chair user, you may also wish to consider a heavy duty chair.
Lift Chairs also come in a variety of different options, including two position, three position and infirnite positions.
The two position chair is for those who wish to have comfort but do not have a lot of mobility issues. These position are usually the usually sitting position and a reading position, where the chair can be positioned at a slight recline. The three position chair, has the added benefit of having a recline position. This is often also called the napping position. This position however is not a full recline. The three position lift chair is the most popular of the electronic recliners, as it has a large range of styles and a book full of features and prices to deliver to almost anyone’s budget and needs. Finally, there is the infinite position lift chair. These chairs offer a full reclining position (also known as the Trendelenburg position), which is important for elevating the feet above the heart.
For those wishing for the ultimate in comfort the dual position chair is for you. This allows the user to operate both the footrest and the back of the lift chair independently of one another. Because this chair has the infinite position option it also presents itself as a chair for those who wish to use the chair for sleeping as well. In fact, for those wanting a fully versatile chair, some models offer a mattress and sheet set option. The modern Mobility Electric Wheelchairs have changed the life of many disabled people, by offering them a lifestyle very similar to the one of the majority of people.