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Geri chairs, short for geriatric chairs, are primarily used in hospitals, senior facilities, rehab centers and other long- and short-term medical care facilities.

Geri chairs are medical chairs for the elderly that are uniquely designed to be a comfortable option for longer periods of sitting, making them ideal for bedridden patients. When patients are bedridden all or most of the time and have difficulty sitting upright in a wheelchair, a geri chair is a safe, comfortable and convenient way for them to get out of bed and enjoy a change of scenery. Patients who are most likely to benefit from these medical reclining chairs includes geriatric patients, for whom this chair  is named, as well as patients who are recovering from surgery or illness.

Fully equipped with a safety belt, tray, side rails and more, geriatric chairs are helpful for patients and caregivers alike. The casters provide transportability while being small enough that patients cannot easily move the chair themselves, preventing possible harm or injury.

Most geri chairs are also designed to provide pressure relief for patients who are fully or partially immobile and at risk of damaging their skin. Although it is always important for caregivers to regularly turn or reposition such patients, providing seating options that are designed with such patients in mind protects them even in the event of the patient sitting in the same position for longer than recommended – because life happens.

Another common use for geri chairs is as a temporary bed or couch in facilities for visiting family and friends.

Geriatric chairs in general include fully padded seats, backrests, footrests and armrests,

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and have a great range of back reclining positions and elevating legrests to allow users to really get comfortable, and can be locked in position to keep users safe and stable.

For added comfort, you may want to look for a chair that has a contoured design. In addition, you can choose from a range of colors to find something to match your decor or even just to find something that doesn’t have a generic medical look. Geriatric reclining chairs are low maintenance, with durable construction and easy-to-clean upholstering.

To ensure sufficient weight-bearing capabilities for all patients and users, consider a bariatric geri chair option, which also offers a wider seat.

To learn more about geri chairs or to order one today, visit our online Geri Chair store.

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