Upeasy Seat Assist Cushion for Elderly Patients
Many people find it difficult to get out of their chair, making everyday living difficult at best and distressing at worst. The Upeasy Seat Assist Cushion for Elderly Patients allows users to easily and safely move out of their chair, wheelchair, sofas and more. Ideal for a range of environments, including for use at home, in care facilities and anywhere else, this design improves patient autonomy and convenience for carers with a machine washable cover.
What's Included?
- 1 x Seat Assist
- 1 x Seat Assist Cover
Key Features
- Seat assist helps a range of people to get out of their seats
- Improves safety and autonomy for less-mobile patients
- Can be used in a range of environments
- Fire retardant, waterproof coating to protect the surface of the foam cushion
- Removable, machine washable cover for complete hygiene
- Lifts up to 80% of your weight and has six weight settings
- No wires, motors or batteries required for an easy to use design
- Standard cushion adds comfort and support
- Navy blue design is a neutral colour, hiding marks and offering discretion
- Weight capacity is minimum 43kg to 100kg, for a design to suit most
How Does it Work?
Using a piston mechanism, the Upeasy lifts up to 80% of the patient's weight, allowing them to easily get out of chairs safely. This is ideal not only for elderly patients, but for people suffering from a range of other mobility issues that might compromise their ability to lift themselves up.
Who Can Benefit from the Seat Assist?
A seat assist can benefit a range of different users with some specific examples including:
- Individuals with mobility challenges or weakness in their lower body
- People recovering from surgery or injury affecting their ability to stand up from a seated position
- Elderly individuals with reduced leg strength and stability
- Those with conditions like arthritis or joint problems that make standing up difficult
- Individuals with balance issues who need assistance in transitioning from a seated to a standing position
- People with neurological conditions affecting their mobility, such as Parkinson's disease or stroke survivors
Where Can the Seat Assist Be Used?
This seat assist can be used in a range of environments, including:
- Care Homes
- Physiotherapy Clinics
- Rehabilitation Centres
- At Home
- Hospitals
- And anywhere else!
User Weight
The Upeasy Standard Cushion features a minimum user weight of 43kg (6.75st) and a maximum user weight of 100kg (15.75st). For larger individuals the Upeasy Seat Assist Plus is available, suitable for individuals up to 154kg (24.25st).
Cushion Cover
This cushion coves with a waterproof cushion cover that is also fire-retardant and washable, allowing carers to use this cushion in professional environments. Made of 100% polyester, this design is easy to care for, soft and breathable, allowing patients to sit comfortably on it for hours on end.
Care Instructions
To keep your cushion in top condition, simply follow the below instructions:
- Cushion:
- Wipe the cushion itself clean, and do not machine wash or tumble dry
- Cushion cover:
- Fully machine washable for convenience and hygiene. Do not tumble dry
Technical Information
- Seat Weight: 4.1 kgs (9 lbs)
- Cover Material:100% polyester, fire retardant and waterproof
- Seat (WxD): 430 x 480mm
- Base (WxD): 380 x 410mm
- Seat height closed: 50mm
- Seat height open: 260mm
