OPTP The Original McKenzie Lumbar Roll Low Back Support for Office Chairs and Car Seats - Standard Density

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Material: Memory foam with gel | Positioning Straps: No | Shape: Rectangle | Care Instructions: Spot clean only

Most powered riser chairs are now of the type where the whole chair rises and the seat tips forward. To use these chairs safely it is important you have sufficient strength and control of your trunk and legs. There is a risk you may slip down as the chair rises if your legs are too weak. You need to be aware of your current and possible future ability if your condition is changing. Manual riser cushions or chairs are hazardous in an environment such as a residential home, where someone other than the intended user may sit in the chair. It is potentially dangerous if that person is lighter than the person for whom the chair or cushion was originally set These should provide side support and help you to stand up and be wide enough to support your forearms when relaxing. Padded armrests provide more comfort. When seated in the chair your forearms should rest comfortably along the armrest without hunching your shoulders or leaning to one side. We also appreciated its appearance—the gray color looked less like an eyesore than other options on the market. It held its shape nicely throughout testing, and even though it’s light in color it didn’t attract much dirt. The price point is perfect for the support this pillow provides, though we would have loved to see more adjustability in the straps: they were extremely long for the chair we were using, which meant the pillow often slipped out of place when we weren’t seated in the chair.

High quality comfort and support

Comfort: We used each pillow a minimum of 10 times over the course of two weeks, for at least 30 minutes at a time while either sitting or lying down. This allowed us to assess the comfort of the material the pillow was made from, including how soft or firm it was, and whether it became more or less comfortable with repeated use. A lumbar cushion is a great solution. The following simple supports come with straps, are lightweight, and can be positioned on almost all types of chair. If you spend long periods of time in a sitting position it is vital that you have a chair that is tailored to your needs to maintain comfort, well-being and independence. Your size, height, degree of mobility and any existing pain can influence your choice. Some suppliers now incorporate pressure relieving features in the standard seat which may be worth considering if you find it difficult to adjust your position or sit for long periods. This classic lumbar roll (or lumbar support) provides good depth, which is beneficial is you have a pronounced inward curve and need robust support. It comes in three different styles, all of which are light and easy to carry around.

Your mobility – this is your ability to move around. It includes walking, sitting down and standing up (sometimes called transferring) and adjusting or moving your body within the chair Consider the activities you wish to do (e.g. moving about, socialising, watching television, reading, using the telephone, writing, drinking, eating, knitting) when buying or adapting a chair. Different activities require different amounts of space for movement, different postural positions, degree of support and level of comfort. Memory Foam: Most lumbar support pillows are made with memory foam because it’s the perfect blend of soft and firm support. You should note, though, that memory foam’s overall firmness changes with the temperature: colder air will make it firmer, and warmer air will make it softer, while room temperature is best for medium support. Sheepskins do not relieve pressure but can be helpful when used in conjunction with other pressure relieving support systems because wool fibres are naturally resilient and so help to reduce shear forces. They also help to maintain low humidity and temperature by absorbing water vapour and heat. Sheepskins come in three main forms: The 66fit D- shaped cushion measures 30cm in length and comes in a soft velour cover which is removable and fully washable.

It is good to move around regularly throughout the day. Try to use other chairs, if they are safe and comfortable, to carry out your different activities. For example: To help you stand up, the ends should be easy to grip and level with the front edge of the seat. Those made of bare wood with rounded ends are ideal. Armrests that have padded or have scrolled ends may be more difficult to grip and those with square fronts may be painful to push down on. The human spine is a strong but flexible structure consisting of vertebrae separated by discs and supported by muscles and ligaments. It allows us be incredibly fast, strong and agile when we're on the move. The problems start when we stop being active and ask our bodies to support us in one position. A footstool only supports the feet and ankles and is usually lower than a leg rest. A footstool may not be suitable if you have a painful, stiff or weak knee, as your knee will remain unsupported. This can put strain on the ligaments behind the joint and could lead to discomfort. A high seat will make it easier to stand up and sit down, particularly if you find it difficult to push up using your arms or if you have any pain or weakness in your legs.

The seat should be wide enough to allow you to sit comfortably whilst reading, writing or knitting, but narrow enough to enable you to make use of the armrests. Ideally, it should be the width of the widest part of your bottom/hips plus approximately 5cm (2in) on either side. Spread your weight over both feet. Slightly bend at the hips and knees, lean a little forwards and reach down for both armrests. Standard chairs and chair accessories are generally regarded as daily living equipment. If you need to change your chair because of a disability your local authority may provide one on loan after an assessment by an occupational therapist or trained assessor. However, budget constraints make it impossible for many authorities to provide this sort of equipment so it is important to ask what you may be entitled to in your area. People with very complex seating needs may be referred to a specialist seating clinic. Such clinics will carry out an assessment and provide advice on seating in chairs and wheelchairs. The clinics usually need a referral from your GP, an occupational therapist or physiotherapist. Reclining chairs generally have leg rests that lift up to support your calves. You need to take care not to trap your legs underneath the leg rests or between the top edge of the leg rest and the chair cushion.Your balance – this is your ability to remain steady when standing, when seated and especially when moving between the two It's thought that around 20 million adults in the UK are physically inactive. Most of us could benefit from moving more and sitting less but if you have an office job that requires you to sit all day to use your computer, that can be difficult. Why is sitting so problematic? The riser/lift cushion should fit well within the chair without too much movement. With all riser/lift cushions and chairs consider that the mechanism may be an entrapment risk. Under British Standard BS8474 some chairs now have safety devices to stop this. If you are concerned, look for a chair that meets this standard.

Adjustable elasticated strap to fit most types of chairs and car seats. Also recommended for use with soft furnishings. These skins are less resilient that a natural sheepskin and therefore do not reduce shear forces as efficiently. Also, they do not absorb heat and moisture so readily. However, they can be washed more easily and effectively. This support - due to its depth and lateral support, is particularly effective for use in easy chairs with deep seats. It is also recommended if you work from home using a dining chair, especially if you have shorter thighs and need to sit further forwards on your chair. However, if the seat is too high, your feet will not touch the floor and it may feel uncomfortable under your thighs. A seat that is too low will be more difficult to get out of and will direct pressure towards the pelvis rather than distributing it evenly along the thighs.Consider the amount of support that these types of leg rests provide, as some only support from halfway down the calves rather than from the edge of the seat. Quality and Durability: Memory foam typically lasts a long time, but a removable, washable cover will extend the life of your pillow, allowing you to keep the exterior clean. If you’re looking for a higher quality pillow, consider one with breathable mesh to keep you cool or multiple adjustable positions for versatility. The Coccyx Wedge cushion has been designed to help improve posture and offer relief to those who suffer with a tender coccyx. Used in conjunction with an additional lumbar support or cushion, many people can achieve a good working position with this wedge. The Lumbar Rolls are made from high density orthopedic foam, designed and manufactured in the UK for over 40 years this product supports your lumbar region and counteracts slouching when sitting at home, the office or in the car.