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Specialist Chairs for Obesity
Robust support and dignified comfort for enhanced well-being
Obesity can affect mobility, posture, circulation and overall comfort, making it more difficult to sit, stand and reposition safely. Standard seating may not always provide the space, support or durability required, which can increase discomfort and reduce sitting tolerance over time. Specialist seating can help provide appropriate weight distribution, enhanced postural support and improved comfort, while also supporting carers with safer transfers and repositioning.
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Exceptional quality and service”
How specialist seating helps Obesity
People living with obesity often benefit from seating that is specifically designed to accommodate higher weight capacities and complex positioning requirements. Specialist seating helps improve comfort, support posture and reduce physical strain during everyday activities. This can help promote greater independence, safer movement and improved day-to-day wellbeing.
Supports weight distribution
Specialist seating helps distribute weight more evenly to improve comfort and reduce pressure build-up.
Enhances comfort
Supportive cushioning and wider seating options help improve sitting tolerance throughout the day.
Improves postural support
Appropriate seating dimensions help maintain a more stable and balanced seated position.
Assists transfers
Rise and recline functions can help make sitting down and standing up safer and less physically demanding.
Supports pressure care
Pressure-relieving materials help protect vulnerable areas during prolonged sitting.
Accommodates complex needs
Configurable bariatric seating solutions can be tailored to individual mobility and positioning requirements.
Finding a Specialist Chair That Suits Your Needs
Channel Healthcare offers specialist seating designed to support people living with obesity. From bariatric rise and recline chairs to advanced postural seating solutions, browse our range below or use our Chair Selector Tool to find the most suitable option.
Tri-Chair 7 Specialist Chair
Inspired by Channel’s collaboration with Rob Burrow CBE, the Tri-Chair 7 delivers exceptional durability, adaptability and effortless manoeuvrability for semi-ambulant and non-ambulant users.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Circulation Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Head/Neck Issues
- Neurological Issues
Concerto Healthcare Chair
Intelligently designed cushion inserts integrate adaptable air and gel solutions with versatile back options, elevating both posture and pressure care in a single clinically robust chair. Suitable for any environment, including home, nursing and residential, and hospital.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Continence Issues
- Posture Issues
- Pain
- Obesity
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Platinum Bespoke Riser Recliner
Built exclusively for you, with endless customisation options, a wide range of accessories and matching sofas, the ultimate in personalised seating.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
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Adelphi Bariatric Chair
Robust and adaptable, the Adelphi Bariatric combines a winged back design for optimal postural support with soft, pressure-relieving cushioning, for semi-ambulant users who need genuine specialist support.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
Sorrento
Designed for changing user needs, offering enhanced postural support and pressure distribution.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Support/Body Repositioning Requirements
- Pressure/Skin Fragility Issues
Cura Legacy Bariatric
Functionality and security with the widest range of support adjustments on the market.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
Enhanced structural support
Reinforced frames and higher weight capacities provide safe, reliable support for weights up to 70 stone, with confidence and peace of mind.
Pressure relief
Specialised cushioning and wider seating surfaces distribute weight evenly, reducing pressure points and enhancing comfort.
Maintain dignity and independence
Purpose-designed features help users maintain independence and comfort, supporting quality of life with dignity and respect.
Our process
Your home is your sanctuary. We understand that having someone in your space can be an unsettling experience, but that’s where we’re different. We’re warm, friendly and we don’t believe in the hard sell - we believe in finding a solution that meets your needs. It’s as simple as that.
And, for extra peace of mind, not only is every one of our seating specialists DBS checked, but we expect every member of our team to adhere to our strict Channel Code of Conduct. Giving peace of mind that you’ll receive the very best service, every time.
Let's Talk
We will call to discuss what you need, why you need it and explore how we can best support you.
Book a visit
One of our seating consultants will book in for a home visit, usually within 7 days of your initial call.
Home Consultation
Our seating consultant will bring a demo chair for you to try. From there, we’ll establish how we can design a chair that fits you.
Custom Sizing
The main event! We will measure you in the chair to make sure your new chair will fit you absolutely perfectly.
No Pressure Quote
We’ll leave a quote with you to think over. No pressure. No deadlines. And, if you do decide to buy, we’ll send your order directly to the factory as soon as you’re ready.
Request a brochure
Finding the right seating solution is a deeply personal journey, and at Channel Healthcare, we believe you shouldn't have to navigate it alone.
Our brochure brings everything you need together in one place - from our full range of needs-led seating solutions (matched to you using our OT-designed Chair Selector Tool) to expert advice from our team and our network of Occupational Therapists.
Quality You Can Trust, Made in Britain
When it comes to uncompromising quality standards and top quality materials, we believe that British is best. That’s why we’re passionate about keeping as much of our process as possible right here in the British Isles.
That means that everything from our riser recliners to the components that make our seating and mobility solutions the go-to choice, are made in Britain.
Hand-built at our factories and warehouses in the UK, using market-leading British engineered steel components, every frame, every stitch and every innovative feature is hand-crafted by our team of expert craftspeople. For the highest quality, maximum comfort and a solution built for each user’s needs - every time.
Introducing our Chair Selector Tool
At Channel Healthcare, we understand that choosing the right chair is a hugely personal decision. But we also understand that it can be an overwhelming decision too.
That’s why we developed our innovative Chair Selector Tool. Designed in collaboration with Occupational Therapists, our Chair Selector Tool eases the feeling of overwhelm by helping to narrow down our extensive range of products, matching you with the products that can best support you or your loved one.
Assessments typically consider weight capacity, posture, mobility, pressure care requirements, comfort, transfer ability and daily living needs.
Obesity may be associated with conditions such as arthritis, circulation issues, lymphoedema, back and spine issues and reduced mobility.
Adjustable seating and safer transfer features can help reduce physical strain during repositioning and care activities.
Yes. Many bariatric seating solutions are designed specifically for people who experience difficulty moving or repositioning independently.
Yes. Appropriate seat dimensions and positioning features can help promote more stable and supportive posture.
Reduced mobility and prolonged sitting can increase the risk of pressure-related issues, making pressure management an important consideration.
Yes. Rise and recline functions can help reduce the effort required to sit down and stand up, improving safety and comfort.
Standard seating may not provide adequate support or positioning, which can affect comfort, mobility and pressure management.
Bariatric seating refers to specialist chairs designed to accommodate higher weight capacities while providing appropriate support, comfort and durability.
Specialist seating can help improve comfort, support posture, reduce pressure build-up and assist with safer everyday movement and transfers.
Find out how we can support your journey towards greater comfort and independence.
