Easy Lift Chair Buying Guide and Reviews
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Standing up from your old recliner is not as simple as it used to be. In fact, its darn near impossible. Buying an Easy Lift Chair for you or your loved one is probably the right move as they are relatively inexpensive for the benefits they give. As a licensed physical therapist and home health care specialist, I assess people with physical disabilities on a daily basis and can provide insight in your lift chair purchase. Below are five points to consider when selecting your lift chair.
1) Positions -- The most important feature to consider. When looking at chairs, you'll see some are '2 Position', some '3 Position' and some 'Infinite Positions'. First, we'll start with infinite. Infinite position models have 2 motors to allow the footrest/ottoman to move independent of the back area. Those who want to sit upright but also have the footrest up will need this type of chair. Both '2 Position' and '3 Position' chairs require the backrest to recline to have the footrest slide out because they only have a single motor. '3 Position' chairs differ from '2 Position' types in that they allow full recline where 2 positions only recline to 45 degrees. It may seem confusing now but I will provide some recommendations below as guidance.
2) Size -- Just like any recliner, you want your new chair to fit your body type. This is very important because the bigger the chair, the deeper the seat cushion will tend to be. Select a chair that's too large and your legs may not reach the floor when sitting up straight. Choose one too small and your lower back might not like you for too long.
3) Material -- Do you sweat a lot? Leather might not be right for you. Is incontinence a problem? Perhaps material made of cloth does not make sense in this case. In most cases leather will cost more but do not discount its benefits. Discount models are widely available online so be sure to do your homework.
4) Living Area-- Does your setup have a small space in your living room to place the chair? Will it need to be placed directly against a wall? Lift chair models are available that can start against a wall and slide open forward without damaging the wall behind it. Regular models both slide out and back which might be an issue in confined areas.
5) Advanced Features -- Pricier Lift Chair models have features such as lift speed variance, cupholders, heated seats and vibrating lumbar areas. While these may seem silly, people with low back pain or other debilitating conditions might find them well worth the higher price.
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