Medical Chairs

Why Buy A Medical Recliner Chair?

Medical recliners, or geriatric chairs as they are commonly referred to, are comfortable reclining chairs with casters designed for patients recuperating post illnesses and surgery as well as for the elderly and infirm. These chairs help these individuals get out of a bed and be comfortably seated while being maneuvered around. Thus, they are used in the home environment as well as in hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centres, long-term care, and other medical facilities.

There is no doubt that locomoting a bedridden patient or an elderly person with limited mobility is an arduous task, medical recliner help in carrying this task out.

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Let’s look at some key features which make these recliners indispensable for target users:

Versatile

With a reclining back and ottoman positioning, different comfortable positions to suit the user’s unique needs can be attained on the recliner. These include upright position, TV watching, and relaxing position, sleeping/napping position, and Trendelenburg position.

The Invacare Traditional Three-Position Recliner provides exceptional comfort, durability, and flexibility with full recline, ottoman elevation, and full upright positions. The back and headrest are well cushioned and padded for comfort and lumbar support. The footrest is foldably enabling the user to gain a firm grip on the ground after leaving the recliner. The retractable drop-down arms are also well padded and angled to provide support in any position. It has blow-molded side panels that can be easily removed to clean. The convenient overlap tray has tabs that enable free and easy movement of the tray for better functioning. It also has four casters out of which two are locked to ensure safety making it easier to carry it from one place to another. The well-attached headrest facilitates the user with the ability to face the visitors with no trouble. Additionally, the foldable footrest lets the user rise to the standing position comfortably. The fire-retardant padding and cushioning of the chair is also resistant to liquids, this means that the user need not worry about cleaning the upholstery ever so often - complete peace of mind.

The Invacare Deluxe Three Position Adult Recliner is designed specifically for patient ergonomics. It has special padding for extra comfort and support. Different dimensions are available in terms of seat width and depth, back height, overall height – petite to tall; weight capacity - normal to heavy-duty; and back styles - button and pillow backs. Similar to the traditional three-position recliner, this also provides for foldable footrests. Apart from this, it also facilitates the articulating headrest with lumbar support. In essence, these medical recliners ensure that you get the utmost comfort and value for your money.

Interestingly enough, it is electrically operated via a hand controller and this adult recliner also has an integrated battery backup system in place making it very reliable in case of power failure.

Maneuverable

Their size and structure are such that with casters, the medical recliner can easily be moved around in any facility with the patient seated in an upright position. Some of the recliners are narrow enough to fit through average-width doorways or between rooms in a home. The rear two casters can be locked to safely station the recliner in one place. 

Hygienic

Hygiene is a big concern, especially for those finding it difficult to get out of bed or have limited mobility. One cannot make compromises when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene. The upholstery used in these recliners is non-permeable, stain-resistant, germ-resistant, and inflammable. This makes it convenient to keep it clean and hygienic. It is available in fabric, leather, vinyl, and other materials which are softer and provide better satisfaction.

Aesthetics

Many fear that the chair they have chosen might not go well with the ambiance of their place. While buying a medical recliner one needs to keep in mind the aesthetics of their home as well. It should not look out of place and for this purpose, these recliners are offering the most comfortable seating in the house, they look simply fabulous, and complement the home aesthetics. Some bear a very stylish and fashionable look. Available in varied materials, colors, designs, and styles, medical recliners can even be customized to match one’s home interiors.

Add-on features

 

Your chair should never confine you. This is taken care of with adjustable folding tray tables that make it easy for the user to eat and indulge in recreational activities. Other features include stereo head speakers, accessory hooks, side cushions, adjustable seat straps, etc.

The Somatropin Motorized Clinical Recliner and Somatron Motorized EZ Access Recliner have two in-built full-range vibration speakers. The resonating chambers permeate the body with stimulating and soothing sound vibrations. The volume control on the cushion is responsible for controlling the listening levels of speakers. Apparently, both utilize the patented Somatron Second diaphragm Vibroacoustic system.   

Benefits of recliner chairs

With these special in-built features, used at home or in a medical facility, medical recliners and high chair offer some excellent advantages.

Comfort, safety, and mobility

Comfort is the key while choosing a recliner. Especially when it comes to bedridden patients or those with limited mobility, comfort and easy mobility play an integral part in opting for a recliner. The cushioned back and headrest and padded arms make the medical recliner very comfortable in all its positions. The retractable footrest ensures an easy-to-gain standing position after getting off the chair. The caster wheels allow easy movement of the recliner making the patient mobile. 

Routine tasks

The various positions attainable by medical recliners supported by other in-built features, such as a folding tray table, make it convenient to perform routine tasks such as eating, relaxing, sleeping, enjoying therapeutic massages, undergoing art therapy, reading, and other recreational activities.

Dialysis, infusion treatment, and recovery

Since medical recliners are designed specifically for enhanced patient comfort while seated for long hours, they are particularly useful during treatments that require prolonged sittings such as chemotherapy, infusion therapy, and dialysis. This also includes gynecological clinics and other environments providing post-operative, cardiac, and outpatient care.

The Invacare Clinical Three Position Recliner is intended for use in healthcare settings. Its non-locking reclining mechanism and soft padding support prolonged seating for blood collection, dialysis, oncology, chemotherapy, etc. Likewise, the Invacare Deluxe Three Position Adult Recliner extends superior ergonomic comfort for overweight users.

Improved blood circulation

Poor blood circulation leads to the culmination of fatal health risks. Those who sit or stand long hours suffer the effects of gravity on the blood flow. Swollen lower legs, ankles, and feet and clogged veins are usual occurrences. An elevated ottoman allows the lower legs to be raised in a comfortable position. This improves blood circulation thereby reducing swelling in the ankles, legs, and feet. Certain recliners entail heat-and-massage features which further contribute to improved blood circulation. Your muscles need some pampering too, these recliners allow the user to relax their muscles with the heat and massage feature.

Stress reduction and complete relaxation

Most medical chairs allow the Trendelenburg and zero gravity positions. These positions distribute the body weight evenly, thus, decompressing the spine and relaxing the joints. This alleviates stress, enabling the body to experience a state of optimal, natural, and relaxed position.

Buy a medical recliner chair now and let it be the best purchase for you ever!

 

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