As we get older, we spend an increasing amount of time sitting down, in fact the NHS suggests many adults spend more than 7 hours a day sitting down and people over the age of 65 spend more than 10 hours a day sitting or lying down.
Because of this, it’s important that your chair is comfortable, supports your posture and aids circulation to avoid bad health.
At HSL, our chairs, sofas and beds are all part of our feel-good furniture range, meaning that all our customers can benefit from having the right support.
Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone else, how do you know which is best? The Comfort Specialist experts at HSL are here to help with our informative guide on chairs for the elderly.
Riser Recliner Chairs
Riser recliners are a great solution for those with age related health problems and lower mobility. They offer the luxury of a reclining back and elevating footplate, but with the extra convenience of being able to rise into a standing position due to the raisable, slightly tilted seat.
As we get older, gravity can make the ability to lift ourselves up more challenging, riser recliners for the elderly can assist in safe standing and sitting, enabling more daily activity and less sedentary sitting.
They can be a huge benefit to people who might tire quickly and whose pain is variable. Plus, riser recliners help you maintain a level of independence other chairs can’t provide.
“(Riser recliners are) Great for people with widespread arthritic type pain and where a more bespoke positioning is required for comfort. They are also beneficial for people with respiratory, circulatory and abdominal problems. The chairs allow independence without removing the positive benefits of using essential core muscles and maintaining strength.” – Julie Jennings, Occupational Therapist, Dip COT HCPC.
Manual Recliner Chairs
The best reclining chairs for elderly people come with sumptuous padding that can also elevate your feet. Manual recliner chairs are popular because they come with an ample amount of cushioning, ensuring ultimate comfort and support when sitting.
They work slightly different to the electric option, instead of a remote or buttons, the chair will recline with the pull of a catch. Enjoy the same reclining position with your feet elevated without the need for extra wires.
As our bodies age, circulation issues can get worse, our independent occupational therapist says that elevating your feet can help…
“…with circulatory problems such as swollen ankles and feet, aching legs, as well as swollen and painful knees. The end of the footrest should stop at the Achilles arch – allowing the ankle and foot to move freely. This will encourage movement which is essential to aid circulation and reduce pressure from heels.” If you suffer from poor circulation, we offer a whole range of stunning reclining chairs for the elderly. We have a range of designs to choose from, including the waterfall-backed Aysgarth or the striking Ripley.
Power Recliner Chairs
Our electric recliners enable you to sit comfortably and recline, all at the touch of a button. For some, the catch function on a manual recliner might be too fiddly or difficult, because of this a power recliner would be more suitable.
Power recliners have all the benefits of a manual recliner, but with the ease of reclining by buttons. Electric chairs for the Elderly are ideal for those suffering from heart disease or arthritis as you can elevate parts of the body to ease swelling and pain.
“Seating that provides flexibility to allow someone to rest but also enables independent function is essential. Leg elevation would be necessary, and I recommend an integral leg raiser rather than an independent footstool.” – Julie Jennings
Our ergonomically designed chairs are available in a range of collections, including the Bramham, Burrows Relax and Ascot collections.
Fireside Chairs & Armchairs
Our specially designed fireside chairs and armchairs can promote proper posture, with high-back and high-seat designs, sturdy arm rests and stable bases, these chairs provide extra support to your body. Sitting upright with the correct posture can help minimise strain on your body which can reduce pain.
Bad posture or ‘slumping’ can compress the stomach, causing the tip of the breastbone to press into the general area where food is processed and digested. This, in turn, can cause stomach pains and digestive difficulties.
We offer a wide range of fireside chairs for seniors, all approved by our independent occupational therapist, including the classic Glenmore, the striking Buckingham and the 60’s-inspired Carnaby.
Comfort that doesn’t compromise on style
Our comfortable and supportive chairs for old people don’t compromise on style. Whilst it’s important to find a comfortable chair or sofa that supports your needs, you also want it to look great and fit your home too.
At HSL, we pride ourselves on our British craftsmanship, continuing to manufacture in our Yorkshire home. Each feel-good piece of furniture is upholstered in a wealth of fabrics and leathers, with modern and traditional styles to suit you.
When visiting your nearest showroom, our Comfort Specialists are on hand to guide you through your exclusive chair fitting service to ensure we find the correct fit for you. We believe that a supportive, ergonomically designed chair should look as good as they feel.
But you don’t have to take just our word for it. Our Trustpilot is filled with thousands of amazing reviews. Here’s just one of many:
"Staff were knowledgeable and helpful on all aspects of the chairs, informing us of the size we needed, and showing us the wide range of different fabrics we could choose. Altogether a very good experience, without any pressure, we were able to browse and decide. I would certainly recommend HSL."
Choosing the right chair for an elderly person can be a big decision. Visit your nearest showroom or arrange a free home demonstration to “try before you buy”.
