Choosing A Lift Chair

There may come a time where you have to make the choice to purchase a lift chair for one or both of your parents. 

Now this is nothing to worry about as we get older, we all need a little help with things and as we get older our mobility is perhaps not what it was before, so we need a little assistance, and this comes in the form of a lift chair. 

What do lift chairs do?

Lift chairs are effectively motorized reclining chairs that assist a person when they stand up. They are sometimes referred to as power recliners and have an electric motor inside that not only allows you to recline the chair as you see fit but also to raise the chair to make it easier when you stand up. 

Of course, lift chairs are normally associated with the elderly but they are actually very helpful when recovering from surgeries involving your torso or back. 

The most obvious use for a lift chair is of course to assist someone who is moving from a seated to a standing position. Arthritis, joint issues and old age can make it more difficult over time to stand up unaided so having a lift chair to give you that little boost makes life so much easier. 

The general idea behind a lift chair is that when the user requires to stand up, they will push the button on the controller and the chair will begin to perform and incline as apposed to a recline (moving the user forward and upwards instead of lower and backwards) the user will then reach a point where they can stand up with minimal physical effort. 

The process can also be repeated when it comes to sitting down again and using the chair to lower themselves into a comfortable position. 

How can I choose the right one?

When it comes to choosing a lift chair for the seniors in your life it is important to do your research as there are many makes and models out there to choose from. 

First of all, if you live in Salt Lake City, for example, begin with an internet search and search for “Lift chairs for seniors Salt Lake City” it is important you search for “Lift chairs for seniors Salt Lake City” and not just lift chairs. By searching “Lift chairs for seniors in Salt Lake City” your results will all be close to the Salt Lake City area which will make it easier for you to go and see the chair in person before making the purchase. 

Once you have your results from your “Lift chairs for seniors Salt Lake City” you will then want to go through them and choose one which stands out as having the most choice available and the best online reputation which you can usually tell from the reviews previous customers have left online.

Considerations

When choosing a lift chair there are more things to consider than you might think see below:

Types

There are many different types of chair some have 2 positions some 3 and some more than that. The type of lift chair you need will depend on the assistance you require if you have circulation issues you may require one that allows you to recline far enough back so that your legs are higher than your head.

If you just need assistance with standing or sitting, then a 2-position lift chair will be ideal so be sure you understand what you need before trying to compare types of lift chair. 

Upholstery 

Although you may not consider this a crucial part of your though process it should be. The lift chair will ultimately be maneuvering your loved ones for them and as such the material it is made from has to be comfortable and suitable for purpose. Again, this will come down to your requirements and will vary from person to person. 

Size

Some lift chairs are huge and remember the will require clearance at the front and the back so they can complete their tasks without causing damage to anything around them. To makes things easier I always measure out how much space I have available and let the store now this so they can recommend chairs that will fit in the space I have free. 

Visit 

Before purchasing anything always visit the store to see it in person to get a real idea if it will fit or not this is why searching for “Lift chairs for seniors Salt Lake City” (if you love in Salt Lake, for example) is crucial to make visiting the stores so much easier.