When considering whether to purchase a seated or perch stairlift it is always advisable to speak with your occupational nurse or therapist as they may be able to.
Perch standing stair lift.
Just like a stairlift that incorporates a chair the cost of a standing or perch stairlift depends on the.
If a normal chair doesn t offer the support you need to enjoy your home in comfort and safety the sadler s near standing position could be a better choice.
Try one before you buy.
Below is a video of a perch stair lift being used.
This perch sit stand stairlift is available as an extension to our standard straight stairlifts.
For more information on stair lift features click here or read about fred s standing stairlift.
Perch straight stairlift straight stairlifts.
The perch stairlift consists of a footplate with armrests or handrails the individual stands on the footplate and is manoeuvred up or down the stairs in standing or perched position.
Standing stairlifts tend to cost more than seated straight stairlifts but not as much as curved stairlifts.
See more information on buying a stairlift privately.
This is because the standing lift has various additional safety features to give you balance and stability in a standing position.
If bending at the hips presents a problem the stand and perch stairlift is the solution for you.
Perch seat ideal for those with knee or hip flexion problems the perch seat alleviates the need to sit down each time you want to ride your stairlift.
See one in action.
With many of the same features and options as acorn 120 straight stair lifts the perch model includes a comfortable grab rail for extra security.
The acorn perch stair lift is perfect for people who have narrow stairs or struggle bending their knees.
Perch seat stairlifts are very similar to standing stair lifts with the exception that they provide additional support so the user is transported in a perching position.
Standing and perching stairlifts share several of the same optional features as seated stairlifts such as folding footplates and hinged rails.
Just step onto the stair lift lean against the padded back and glide up and down your staircase with ease.
The seat is smaller than the average seated stairlift to allow for the perching stand and the armrests allow for additional security and stability with the standing stairlift transport.
Less deep and higher than a traditional seated system it allows you to use the stairlift without needing to attain a fully seated position instead you will be in a nearly standing position.
The acorn 120 perch stair lift is the solution to your problems with the stairs.
As i mentioned before some people don.
I would strongly recommend that you try a perch stairlift before you buy one.
In addition because of the standing up position on perch stairlifts some people don t feel very safe or comfortable when using them.
The fully height adjustable seating arrangement will accommodate either a standing or perching position.