If you are considering the purchase of a lift chair, then you may have problems with mobility, range-of-motion, pain, or vision. While lift chairs are a great help to people who need help going up and down stairs, there are a number of product safety features that you'll need to learn about in order to better enjoy the benefits of the chair. Here are two features of lift chairs and how they can help keep you safe.

Seat Lock

Your lift chair will probably come equipped with a seat lock. This is because most lift chairs have swivel seats to help users easily get on and off the chair. While this is a safety feature, it is important that you make sure that the seat lock is engaged before sitting down.

Failure to lock the swivel seat may put you at risk for a fall or other accident while traveling up or down your stairs. While the lift chair sales representative will review the safety features and mechanics of the product when the chair is delivered, you may, at some point, forget how to use them. If so, all you have to do is give the medical equipment company a quick call, and a representative will be happy to assist you.

Bumper Switch On The Foot Rest

It is not unusual for stairs to be cluttered with toys or other objects, especially if you have children, grandchildren, or pets. While your stairs should always be free from obstacles when using your lift chair, you may not realize that an object is in your way.

One of the greatest safety features on lift chairs is that they have bumper switches on the foot rest. This means that if the chair comes into contact with something on your stairs while you are traveling up or down, the unit will automatically. stop.

After the object has been removed from the stairs, the chair will resume its travels. You don't have to worry, however, if you are unable to pick up the item. If you cannot get the object off the stairs, the chair will resume traveling either upstairs or downstairs so that you are not left stranded in the middle of the staircase. This will allow you to get off the chair easily and safely. 

If you suffer from chronic pain, mobility problems, or trouble with your vision, consider getting a lift chair. It will make your life easier and help you stay independent in your two-level home so that you do not have to consider moving to a one-level home, first floor apartment, or assisted living facility.