Standing Stairlifts


There are many different types of stairlifts available on the market today to allow those with mobility issues to regain or retain independence.  Standing stairlifts are specifically designed for those people who have difficulties bending their knees or joints.  Seated stairlifts, on the other hand, are more suitable for those who have weak legs and feel unsafe standing on a platform.

Seated Standing Stairlifts

There are now also stairlifts on the market that are known as seated standing stairlifts.  These are particularly relevant for people who have more than one member of the household that has mobility issues, but whereby the mobility issues are different.  This is a fantastic option for couples where one person has issues with standing and the other has issues with sitting, without the need for two separate stairlifts.

The design of seated standing stairlifts is amazing and comes with some brilliant features, such as:

  • Stead bars
  • Foldable parts to ensure no part gets in the way of a single user

Seated Standing Stairlifts Accessories

There are many accessories available for seated standing stairlifts, such as:

  • Safety locks
  • Seat belts
  • Emergency stop buttons
It is important to receive some very good consultations on the range of options that are available to you and what accessories best suit your needs.  Seat belts, for example, can either be strapped to a user’s shoulders, or fit around the waist.  The one that best suits your individual needs depends on your particular preferences.  Similarly, for the standing stairlifts parts, locks are in place to ensure that only authorised people can use the lift, meaning that these need to be placed in the right place.

Seated Standing Stairlifts Manufacturers

There are a number of manufacturers in the United Kingdom that specialise in making seated standing stairlifts, or sit and stand frames for stairlifts.  The most well known company is Meditek, because they have incredibly stringent safety procedures as well as interesting options.  For example:

  • Powered swivel functions
  • The option to adjust the height
Mediatek’s seated standing stairlifts are known for their comfort, ease of use and safety features, meaning you are sure to be able to find the right seated standing stairlift for your needs and requirements.

Some other manufacturers in the United Kingdom that specialise in seated standing stairlifts include Assured Stairlifts, Acorn Stairlifts and Brooks Stairlifts.

With Brooks Stairlifts, a range of additional facilities and accessories are available for seated standing stairlifts, including wireless remote controls that are incredibly useful to be able to call the stairlift up or down the stairs, which is particularly useful when there are two people who use the lift.  Many of Brooks Stairlifts seated standing stairlifts also come equipped with sensors, meaning the stairlift will come to an immediate stop if an obstruction is detected on the rails.

Of course, if you are thinking of purchasing a seated standing stairlift, it is important to request several different quotations, to ensure you are well informed about the different available options before coming to any form of final decision.

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