Perch stairlifts

A perch stairlift is the ideal solution if you have limited or restricted movement in your hip joints, or have trouble bending your legs. If you're looking for a stair lift that provides additional support to your knee or hip joints while being transported, Stannah has the solution for you.

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Advantages to using a perch stairlift

The perch-style stairlift is a new alternative to the traditional seated stairlift. Its many benefits include:

Designed for people with limited flexibility
Helps you maintain an upright posture
Provides extra support
Space saving to fit even in narrow staircases
Compact design with folding chair

While perching stairlifts are similar to standing stairlifts, they actually allow for an even more comfortable ride as passengers can take some weight off without the effort of sitting down and standing back up.

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The key benefits of a perch seating stairlift

Perched position

A perch stair lift offers an elevated perched position.

This is perfect if you have limited flexibility in your knees or hips or are less mobile than you used to be.

Ideal for narrow staircases

If your house has a particularly narrow staircase, which may not suit a standard seated stairlift, perch stairlifts offer a great alternative.

As long as there is sufficient headroom, you can perch safely during your journey up and down the stairs.

Various safety features

Perch stairlifts, like Stannah's Sadler stairlift, usually come with extra safety features such as

Folding rest arms and footrests
Immobiliser seatbelt and
Pressure-sensitive safety edges.

How to use a perching stairlift

A perch stairlift is used in almost the same way as a traditional stairlift, except you don’t have to lower yourself into a seated position, making it the perfect choice if you have mobility difficulties or restricted movement.

Its elevated perching position makes getting on and off easier and more convenient. Furthermore, the adjustable seat takes most of your weight, reducing the strain on your legs.

While riding a stairlift standing up may seem like a daunting prospect, there is no need to worry about stability. The retractable seat belt fastens securely with one hand, making sure you are completely safe and ensuring the belt can be easily operated even if your hands aren’t as nimble as they used to be.

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