Published by Steve Hedberg on February 27, 2012

Many people, when shopping around for a lift recliner, often focus on cost and the type of deal they can get. While this is important and with a little looking, you can often find a great deal on a lift chair, it is also very important to consider the physical needs of the user. Selecting a lift chair that does not meet the height or weight needs of the user can not only make for an uncomfortable experience, but it can also be dangerous. As a result, not only should the characteristics of the user be taken into account, but also their needs as they relate to style and design.

By spending some time understanding the needs and abilities of the person who will be using the device, sorting through the different lift chairs available can be much easier…

Published by Steve Hedberg on February 6, 2012

For seniors, as well as others with difficulty standing, there are many areas of the home that can be difficult to navigate. Using home lifting aids, like lift chairs and bath lifts, can make life easier and safer for the elderly. There are many common types of lifting aids that are used in the home, both by seniors and their caregivers, as well as others who are mobility challenged.

The Lift Recliner, or lift chair, is one of the more common tools used to make standing easier in the living room. Lift chairs offer a complete seating system, providing a comfortable place to sit, as well as making it easier to stand up. Using lift chairs in the home is one of the more common and less expensive ways of improving accessibility, but many other types of home medical equipment is also used…