What Our Expert Says
Kate Sheehan
Independent Occupational Therapist
What are the feature benefits?
Accommodating the Gluteal Shelf
On the Arden good postural position is achieved
through the:
• Option to increase the seat depth with easy to fit
adjuster pads
• Reduced lumbar padding in the backrest which
creates a recess
• Set back calf rests, which can support excess tissue in
this area thus supporting natural flexion.
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Independent Tilt in Space (TIS)
The independent Tilt in Space works to counteract
the effect of the person’s pannus. By having control
over the angle of tilt you can adjust that person’s
centre of gravity’ making them feel more comfortable,
supporting the pannus, and reducing the feeling that
they are being dragged forward by external forces.
The TIS allows the client to recline whilst maintaining
all of the body’s angles as it changes the orientation in
space, allowing posture to be maintained and pressure
to be redistributed as well as reducing shear and
friction.
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Who is this chair suitable for?
This unique 50 stone chair with 25 stone leg rest capacity operates via a unique four motor
mechanism that maximises the opportunity for enhanced postural and pressure management
control. It is a luxuriously comfortable chair with many features that combine to give your clients
the opportunity of independent living and it’s a chair that promotes careful moving and handling.
Some of the key features and their health and comfort benefits are detailed below. For more details
on Plus Sized Seating from a health perspective please visit our web site.
Where can the chair be used?
The chair is suitable for health and care environments including hospitals, hospices and care homes
as well as domestic home environments.