Introduction
Having the correct size chair is essential and should be the second priority after considering how a person will transfer i.e. get in and out of the recommended chair. The correct size chair supports a person by reducing the need to shuffle around in the seat of the chair and the tendency to lean to one side to obtain support, and it enables users to stay in a midline position.
This not only enhances comfort, reduces the risk of pressure areas developing and enables both safer and easier transfers, but it also lessens the need for frequent repositioning and can aid circulation, digestion and respiration.