Recliner Chairs for Neurodegenerative Conditions
According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), over 1 million people are living with a neurodegenerative disease in the UK, including conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis.
Involuntary movements, complex postural needs, and pressure injuries are all associated with neurodegenerative conditions. At Repose, we have been designing and manufacturing chairs with creativity and care to match the needs of the individual since 1999. With modifiable features, a wide variety of cushioning, colours, materials, and optional extras, our chairs are high-quality, durable aids for neurodegenerative conditions. Whether it be mobility, posture, or comfort, our recliner chairs come in a versatile range to suit different settings, from the client’s home to hospitals, and more.
How Recliner Chairs Aid Neurodegenerative Conditions
Neurodegenerative/neurological conditions can affect movement, posture, muscle control, balance, and cognition over time. Without appropriate seating, individuals may experience increased discomfort, reduced independence, and higher safety risks. Specialist seating can aid in reducing these risks, but it does not treat or prevent the underlying condition. Specialist recliner chairs can aid with the following:
- Poor posture and lack of support, leading to discomfort, fatigue, and difficulty maintaining an upright sitting position
- Increased pressure discomfort due to reduced mobility and limited ability to reposition independently
- Difficulty standing, sitting, or repositioning, increasing reliance on carers and strain during transfers
- Higher risk of instability or falls from seating, particularly when balance or coordination is affected
- Reduced sitting tolerance and increased fatigue during prolonged periods of sitting
- Cognitive and perceptual challenges, particularly for people living with dementia, which may affect safety and reassurance when using standard chairs
Types of Neurodegenerative Conditions Supported by Specialist Seating
- Huntington’s disease
- Parkinson’s disease
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
- Motor Neuron Disease (MND)
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
- Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA)
- Prion diseases
Our Recliner Chairs for Neurodegenerative Conditions
Our recliner chairs offer optional accessories such as heat and massage, ensuring your ultimate relaxation. You can customise our recliners to suit your preferences with a wide selection of colours, fabrics, and motor types, including Single Motor and Dual Motor options.
Benefits of Recliner Chairs for Neurodegenerative Conditions
Recliner chairs can aid people living with neurodegenerative conditions by supporting comfort, posture, and everyday seating needs. Therapeutic seating is designed to support posture and pressure distribution which can help reduce discomfort associated with prolonged sitting. Adjustable recliner chairs can also assist with safer transfers and repositioning, helping to reduce strain for both individuals and carers. By allowing changes in seating position throughout the day, recliner chairs can support fatigue management and provide opportunities for rest while remaining supported. In addition to physical benefits, specialist recliner chairs can encourage comfort and reassurance, particularly for those who may find standard seating challenging, highlighting the wider benefits of therapeutic seating in daily life.
FAQs of Recliner Chairs for Neurodegenerative Conditions
The NHS states that cells of the central nervous system stop working or die due to neurodegeneration. Alzheimer's disease is a type of neurodegenerative disease which causes brain cells to die. leading to brain shrinkage and widespread damage which disrupts neuron communication, affecting memory, thinking, language and behavior. Other neurodegenerative diseases can cause severe motor issues like tremors, poor co-ordination, paralysis and balance issues.
Have A Question? Get In Touch:
Choose from a diverse palette of available colours...
Discover our healthcare-grade fabric collection, meeting rigorous hygiene and infection-control standards, including waterproof, anti-MRSA, antibacterial, antifungal, Crib 5, bleach-cleanable, and vinyl finishes.