Homecare Specialist Seating catalogue - Catalog - Page 3
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The Importance of Good Seating
• In sitting upright we require our muscles to work against gravity
to hold a ‘correct’ or midline posture, the benefits of which are
numerous. As we get older our muscles tend to become weaker and
fatigue more quickly which can lead to leaning to one side, leaning
forward or slouching down in our chair.
• Poor posture in seating can have many negative knock on effects
on a person’s health, for example, sometimes leading to the
development of recurring chest infections, lung infections and
urinary tract infections.
• A poor seated position can also lead to sliding and falling from the
chair which causes fear, pain and discomfort for the patient. This
sliding action can contribute towards the development of pressure
ulcers (bed sores) which can become infected and in extreme cases
prove fatal.
• Poor seating and therefore poor posture can also negatively affect
a person’s appetite and ability to breathe. Once sat upright and
supported these bodily functions improve dramatically.
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• The correct chair and positioning can significantly help improve
posture and therefore positively impact upon overall health and
wellbeing.
At Homecare Medical we are proud to offer the service of nationwide
trusted assessors which in conjunction with a clinician can make sure
that you are provided with the right chair for your circumstances.
Web www.homecaremedical.ie
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