Published by Steve Hedberg on August 14, 2009

The Lift Recliner is a very popular resource used by many seniors and others who are mobility challenged. Lift recliners are designed to allow a mobility challenged individual to stand on their own. Not only are lift recliners valuable resources, but they are also very comfortable and easy to use.

Seniors and others who are mobility challenged use recliners to increase accessibility, while providing a comfortable sitting platform…

Published by Steve Hedberg on August 5, 2009

Lift chairs are tools that can greatly improve the safety and accessibility of the home. These devices, which are often called riser recliners, can be found in models that are essentially a high end recliner. One of the most important choices is the type of fabric used, which should fit the homes furnishings, but can also offer many other advantages than simply being aesthetically pleasing.

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 31, 2009

For seniors with arthritis there are many aspects of daily life that can become more difficult. Lift chairs can be a very useful tool for those with arthritis, not only because they make it easier to stand unassisted, but also because lift chairs are much easier to use than a traditional recliner. Lift chairs, which are often called riser recliners, can be essential living aids not only for seniors with arthritis, but for anyone who is mobility challenged and has difficulty standing.

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 23, 2009

With the many different lift chairs available on the market today, it can seem difficult to know which one will best fit your needs. Choosing the right riser recliner does not have to be difficult though. Instead, it is simply a matter of understanding the three basic types of lift chairs and then finding one that fits the needs of its user. This task is an important step to increasing safety in the living room and allowing the user to retain their independence.

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 19, 2009

Many people might not spend too much time thinking about standing up or sitting down, but if you suffer from arthritis or a mobility related disease, standing up and sitting down can be very difficult. This is a problem that can affect people of any age, although it most likely occurs among seniors. Riser recliners are one popular tool used by seniors to help make standing easier and safer.

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 15, 2009

In the home there are many areas that can be very difficult for a senior to use, especially if they suffer from arthritis. The living room and bathroom are two areas that present a number of dangers to a senior, but there are several popular types of home medical equipment available to make using these areas much safer. These medical aids, which include riser recliners, bath lifts, and toilet seat lifts, not only increase safety, but also allow the senior to live a more independent life, without being forced to rely upon…

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 14, 2009

Riser recliners can make it much simplier and safer for a senior to stand on their own, but they are used by people of all ages. Riser recliners, or lift chairs as they are often called, are very important safety tools. Not only do they increase accessibility, but because the user does not need to rely on others to help them stand, riser recliners help promote independence. This is especially important among the elderly…

Published by Steve Hedberg on July 11, 2009

Lift chairs have been around for almost thirty years now and remain one of the most important tools for seniors who suffer from mobility related disorders that making standing and sitting difficult. The modern lift chair is designed to a high set of standards and is incredibly safe, with many lift chairs featuring specialfeatures as well. However, this was not always the case, with earlier models of riser recliners using a much…

Published by Steve Hedberg on June 2, 2009

Using and owning a lift chair can be a great way to increase safety, without being forced to sacrifice independence. These devices are very important lifting aids, which resemble a recliner, but also make it easy and safe to stand or sit.

Published by Steve Hedberg on June 1, 2009

Often times, tasks like standing up or sitting down can pose a very real problem for seniors and others who have limited mobility. These types of disorders can significantly limit ones life and make it necessary to rely on others for a number of daily tasks. Finding a way to limit this reliance is very important and in addition to creating a safer living room environment, lift chairs are also great for restoring and maintaining independence.