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Chairs with a high back
Many high back chairs are available on the the high street. We have included high back chairs with non standard features, often relating to their height or dimensions including chairs with capacity over 190kg. We have split these chairs into the following groups:
- Chairs with a high back and seat height above 46cm.
- Chairs with small or extra narrow seats.
- Chairs with a high back & adjustable features.
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Help and advice
It is worth trying out a chair before purchase if at all possible. Assist UK is the national network for advice on independent living equipment and has a network of Disabled Living Centres. You could contact Assist UK and ask if there is a centre near you where you can try out some chairs.
It may be important that you have an individual assessment as there are many factors that may affect what is appropriate for you. For example, some chair raisers will not fit certain chairs, and some individuals, such as those who have just had a hip replacement,1 require chairs to be a minimum height.
Read our advice on the essential measurements when choosing a new chair.
You may be eligible for an assessment and equipment from your local authority. If you are eligible the equipment will be provided on a long-term loan basis. Alternatively, you may be eligible for a direct payment from your local authority to purchase something suitable. View more information on equipment provision via your local authority and the direct payments scheme.
For further information you may wish to read our Choosing a chair and chair accessories fact sheet or you could try the chair section of AskSARA. AskSARA is the Disabled Living Foundation (DLF)'s free online self assessment tool. AskSARA will ask you questions about your use of your chair and then offer relevant advice, chair related product suggestions and supplier details.
Visit AskSARA's chair section.
