The Benefits of Providing Hip Chairs in Your Healthcare Waiting Room

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Concerned for patients who have difficulty getting into and out of the guest chairs in your medical waiting room? Consider adding hip chairs to your reception area, especially if your healthcare facility sees geriatric, orthopedic, or pregnant patients regularly.

Hip Chairs Offer Easy Access for Patients With Limited Mobility

Hip chairs have a seat height that typically measures around 40”H. Because hip chairs have a much taller seat height than standard guest chairs, they facilitate ingress and egress for patients who have a hard time sitting down and standing back up. Patients can simply lean into a hip chair rather than having to bend down far, which can cause major body strain.

Hip Chairs Lower the Risk of Injury

Not only do hip chairs make the waiting room experience more comfortable for patients, but they can also significantly reduce the risk of injury for the people who need them. Bending to get into a chair is a recipe for disaster for anyone at risk of falling. Hip chairs require less bending and less exertion of energy, making them much easier to get into and out of, thus greatly reducing the risk associated with standard waiting room chairs.

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The Dos and Don'ts of Buying an Office Chair

Whether you've just moved into a new office space or are looking to replace your old chair, selecting an office chair is a big decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Remember, you’ll be sitting in the chair you choose for several hours a day nearly every day. Look at our list of DOs and DON’Ts before you take the plunge!

DO: Consider the ergonomics of the chair and how adjustable it is. When it comes to your office seating, you’ll want all the right adjustments in all the right places. Chair adjustments might seem unnecessary, but they can completely change how comfortable, how well-supported, and how productive you are while you work. Make sure you know the differences between each ergonomic adjustment and which adjustments you need.

DON’T: Compare apples to oranges. Many factors go into determining the price of a chair. Often, the material and the number of adjustments greatly impact the price. A chair priced at $99 and a chair priced at $500 may look very similar, but there are bound to be crucial differences that may make the $500 chair a better option for your working needs. However, if you only use your chair or stool periodically throughout the day, a less expensive seating option may be fine. Remember, in most cases, you get what you pay for.

DO: Pay special attention to the material used in the chair. From mesh and fabric to leather and vinyl, office chairs come in various upholsteries and other materials. If it’s leather that’s caught your eye, make sure you know the differences between faux leather, genuine leather, and vinyl before buying.

DON’T: Go in blindly. Have a budget beforehand so you know how much you can spend. You’ll also want to know the specific needs of your workplace. For example, call centers will need durable chairs designed for 24-hour use, while healthcare facilities will need chairs that are easy to clean and able to withstand constant daily use by multiple users.

As there is no one-chair-fits-all solution to office seating, picking the perfect chair can be tough. Be sure to listen to what your body needs and what your office environment calls for when selecting the right chair for you.

Chair to Table Transfer for Assisted Living Residents

If you’re working as a caretaker in a senior living or assisted living facility, you’ve probably experienced the difficulty of transporting residents. Mealtimes and various leisurely activities often require scooting a resident’s chair from its pulled-out place into the table. But how do you safely transfer a resident with limited mobility from a wheelchair to a dining chair and then safely scoot that chair under the table without risking injury? That’s where ComforTek Titan chairs come in handy.

Easy, Safe Transferring

ComforTek Titan swivel chairs are equipped with mobility assistors that make it easier to move an individual closer to a table. Step on the mobility assistor underneath the seat to make pushing in the chair a breeze. Step on the assistor again to back out when mealtime is over.

When the assistor is not in use, the chair remains locked in place for reliable stability. The swivel action locks every 90 degrees to provide additional stability for residents who need to hold onto the chair arms when transferring. Because of their simplicity, these chairs offer a dignified way for residents to be moved into and out of table spaces without drawing unwanted attention.

Comfortable Seating

Not only are these chairs safe to use, but they’re also comfortable enough for residents to sit in for long times. Each seat has a sturdy 800-pound weight capacity and a seat and back made from moisture-resistant, cold-cured foam that provides plenty of padding for support. The arms of the chair are outfitted with nonslip arm caps that are soft to the touch for additional stability and comfort.

Cleanable Materials

These chairs are constructed with a sturdy metal framework and upholstered in easy-to-clean vinyl that resists stains and other damage. A cleanout space between the seat and back makes the chair even easier to clean, as crumbs and other materials are not able to get stuck between the seats.

The mobility assistor not only reduces the risk of injury for staff and guests, but it also minimizes damage to carpets since chairs no longer need to be dragged across the floor. These seating options also include glides for use on wood floors and carpeted surfaces if needed.

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