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Most of these chairs providing dynamic seating will be accessed using a mobile or ceiling track hoist. The mobile hoist will be able to fit under the chairs because of the space provided by the height of the castors.

When considering a chair particularly of this type an individual assessment with an Occupational therapist or by a Physiotherapist is very important. These chairs are usually demonstrated by the specific company and OT or physiotherapist may be able to attend the visit. Your safety is important and there may be individual and environmental factors which determine which chair best suits your needs in the short and longer term. The information on this site is not a substitute for individual assessment.

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.

Many of the products listed are CE marked as a 'medical device' which means they should be used only in accordance with the manufacturer's intended purpose. The manufacturer's of these chairs intend them to be used for sitting, they are not sold as sleeping systems. Consequently it is not advisable for these chairs to be used for sleeping unless a decision is made as part of a risk assessment by an Occupational therapist or a Physiotherapist. There are chair beds available which are designed for sitting and sleeping. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is the government agency responsible for ensuring CE marked products are fit for purpose and safe.

For further information you may wish to read our:
- Choosing a chair and chair accessories fact sheet or our ...
- Choosing pressure relief equipment factsheet or our...
- Choosing equipment for the heavier person factsheet