Armchairs and recliners, also known as hospital or geriatric recliners, are an excellent choice for those with reduced mobility who seek comfort. These recliner chairs are suitable for both home environments and institutions such as hospitals and care homes.
With age and/or illness, individuals with mobility limitations often experience difficulty and pain when sitting down or standing up. We provide the ideal solution: hospital recliners made from the finest materials that combine innovative design with comfort and quality.
Benefits of Armchairs and Recliners
Armchairs and recliners are perfect for providing comfort and well-being, even during prolonged use. Whether in hospitals, care homes, or at home, where much time is spent sitting, these chairs help prevent pain and prolonged discomfort, offering a more comfortable rest.
Additionally, recliners promote better posture. Thanks to their shape and robust structure, they encourage the user to sit properly, improving posture and correctly positioning muscles.
Many reclining geriatric chairs are equipped with lumbar support, leg rests, and headrests, allowing users to fully relax their bodies, relieving back and leg pain, and enhancing stability and muscle relief.
Recliners are available in various models, making it easy to choose one that suits the available space, ensuring a practical and comfortable solution for any environment.
Using a recliner can significantly enhance the quality of life and well-being for individuals with reduced mobility or those recovering from illness or surgery.
Electric Armchair or Manual Armchair
Electric and manual geriatric recliners differ primarily in their adjustment mechanism and the level of comfort and autonomy they provide to the user.
Manual armchairs are usually the most economical option and are widely used in hospitals and nursing homes. These manual armchairs are adjusted mechanically, usually using levers or the pressure of the body itself. They require more physical effort for the user or carer compared to electric armchairs. Manual models focus on more basic functionalities, but they are robust and fulfil the function of support and rest well. They are therefore ideal for users who don't need a lot of adjustment.
When it comes to electric armchairs, these are adjusted with a remote control that allows you to change the inclination of the backrest and leg rest without any effort.
Reclining armchairs offer the user greater autonomy by allowing them to change from a sitting to a lying position with ease.
Armchairs for the Elderly: How to Choose
Choosing the right armchair for the elderly involves considering comfort, safety, practicality and the space you have available. Here are some tips to help you make your choice:
- Back and lumbar support: Check that the armchair offers good support for the spine, lumbar and head. This is essential for comfort over long periods.
- Padded and breathable material: The padding should be firm but comfortable, and the fabric breathable.
- Armrests: Make sure the armchair has adequate armrests to offer a comfortable rest.
- Manual vs. electric armchairs: Electric armchairs are ideal for those who need frequent adjustments, as they allow you to tilt and adjust with a remote control. Manual armchairs may suffice for those who are more mobile and want a more economical option.
- Assisted lift function: This function tilts the armchair slightly forwards, making it easier for the user to lift themselves up.
- Suitable height: Check that the height of the seat allows the feet to touch the floor and the knees to be bent at 90 degrees for the correct posture.
- Dimensions: Choose a model that fits well in the space where it will be used, whether in the living room, bedroom or other environment. There are wide and more compact options.
- Armchair weight: Lighter models with wheels can be a good choice to make it easier to move around various areas.
- Leg support: Models with a reclining leg support increase comfort and help relieve pressure on the legs.
Choose materials that are easy to maintain, such as waterproof and washable fabrics, to ensure that the armchair is always clean and in good condition.
Where can I Buy Armchairs?
At Loja Ortopédica we have a wide range of high-quality hospital armchairs and chairs. Before making your purchase, it's important to evaluate the different options and which one is best suited to your day-to-day life. Our specialised and highly committed team is always on hand to help you choose the recliner that best suits your needs.