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Specialist Chairs for Cerebral Palsy
Specialist seating designed to improve comfort, posture and independence
Cerebral palsy can affect muscle tone, movement, strength and coordination, sometimes making it difficult to sit comfortably, move with ease or stay comfortable for long periods. The right cerebral palsy chair can provide greater support and stability, helping someone feel more comfortable and secure while making everyday sitting, movement and transfers easier.
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How specialist seating helps people with spina bifida
Cerebral palsy affects everyone differently, but changes in muscle tone, strength, movement and coordination can make sitting comfortably and maintaining good posture more difficult. Specialist seating can provide the support and stability needed to improve comfort and make everyday activities easier.
Supports posture and alignment
Specialist seating can support the pelvis, trunk and head to help maintain a more stable and comfortable posture.
Postural asymmetry
Specialist seating can provide support to encourage a more balanced sitting position.
Responds to changes in muscle tone
Provides support that can help people sit more comfortably without restricting movement unnecessarily.
Reduces discomfort
Appropriate cushioning and support can make sitting more comfortable if you experience muscle stiffness, fatigue or discomfort.
Makes standing easier
Rise and recline functions reduce effort and help carers with transfers.
Encourages independence
Provides the stability and support needed for comfortable, independent everyday activities.
Finding a Specialist Chair That Suits Your Needs
There isn't one type of chair that is right for everyone with cerebral palsy. The level of support required can vary considerably, which is why our chairs are selected and configured around each individual's needs. Whether you're looking for a special chair for cerebral palsy or need help choosing the right level of support, browse our range below or use our Chair Selector Tool to explore suitable options.
Symphony Healthcare Chair
Excellent pressure management and postural support in a stylish chair that blends into any environment, from home to nursing and residential care.
Perfect for:
- Circulation Issues
- Back/Spine Issues
Tri-Chair Two Specialist Chair
The latest in specialist seating design, with enhanced back and trunk support for comfort, postural management and pressure care in one clinically robust chair.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
Tri-Chair Three Specialist Chair
Highly adjustable for the most complex and evolving needs, offering exceptional postural support and high-level pressure care management.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
Adelphi Riser
True versatility with interchangeable backrest and seat cushion styles that evolve alongside changing user needs, for home and specialist care settings.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Posture Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
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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
Postural control and alignment
Specialised support systems designed to accommodate unique body positions and movement patterns, helping to maintain optimal posture whilst reducing the risk of secondary complications and promoting comfort throughout the day.
Tone and spasticity management
Advanced positioning features that work with muscle tone variations, providing the right level of support to help manage spasticity, reduce contractures and maintain flexibility whilst ensuring comfort during tone fluctuations.
Enhanced independence
Intelligent seating that adapts to your specific CP presentation, supporting your abilities whilst compensating for challenges, helping you maintain dignity, comfort and control in your daily life.
Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological conditions affecting movement, posture and muscle tone, which is why our specialist chairs are designed to provide individualised postural support that works with your unique body.
From managing spasticity and tone to supporting asymmetrical postures and preventing secondary complications, our chairs offer targeted features that help maintain optimal positioning, comfort and independence throughout your CP journey.
- Tone accommodation systems
- Asymmetry support features
- Spasticity management positioning
- Contracture prevention technology
- Custom postural solutions
- Pressure care and skin protection
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.
Yes. A special needs chair for cerebral palsy can be appropriate for adults with cerebral palsy as well as children and young people, depending on their individual requirements. The important consideration is whether the seating provides the right level of support, comfort and functionality for the person using it.
Yes. At Channel Healthcare, we understand that seating needs can change over time. We can work with individuals, carers and OT’s to review changing requirements and help find seating that continues to provide the right support as needs develop.
Yes. Rise and recline functions can assist with moving between sitting and standing and may reduce the physical effort required.
Maybe for individuals who have reduced mobility, altered sensation or spend significant periods sitting. An assessment can help determine whether pressure-relieving cushioning or other pressure management features should form part of the seating solution.
Yes. A specialist chair can provide a comfortable seating option when someone is transferring out of their wheelchair for periods of rest or participation in activities.
If someone can sit independently but experiences fatigue, discomfort or difficulty maintaining their position over longer periods, a more supportive chair may improve their comfort and make everyday sitting more manageable.
Yes. Specialist seating can provide support around the pelvis, trunk and head, helping to keep the body more stable and reduce unwanted movement. This can make it easier to maintain a comfortable sitting position and feel more secure.
It may be, depending on the individual's needs. Someone who primarily requires assistance with transfers or additional comfort may benefit from a rise and recline chair, while someone with more complex postural requirements may need additional specialist features.
Differences in muscle tone may influence how an individual sits, moves and responds to seating support. This is one reason why a chair should be selected around the person's individual posture and movement needs rather than their diagnosis alone.
Yes, the right seating can provide additional support to help an individual sit in a more balanced and comfortable position.
An OT may consider muscle tone, posture, pelvic and trunk stability, range of movement, symmetry, mobility, transfers, sitting tolerance and the individual's ability to use the chair. It can also be important to consider how much support is needed without unnecessarily restricting the person's movement or independence.
No. Seating needs vary between individuals with cerebral palsy. Some may be comfortable in a standard chair, while others may need additional support with posture, pressure or transfers. An assessment can help determine what seating is appropriate.
Our chairs feature advanced pressure care systems including specialised cushioning, positioning options to redistribute pressure, and materials specifically chosen to reduce pressure sore risk for those with reduced mobility or sensation.
Yes, our chairs are designed with evolving needs in mind. We provide ongoing assessments and adjustments to accommodate changes in tone, posture, or functional abilities Cerebral Palsy presentation changes over time.
Absolutely. We collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, orthopaedic specialists, and neurologists to ensure your seating supports your overall management plan and therapeutic goals.
Our certified cerebral palsy seating specialists conduct comprehensive postural assessments, evaluating your muscle tone, movement patterns, asymmetries, pressure areas and functional goals to create a tailored seating solution.
Our chairs incorporate positioning technology designed to maintain optimal joint angles and muscle length, with stretching support features and regular position changes to help prevent or slow contracture development.
Yes, our chairs feature highly customisable support systems specifically designed to accommodate asymmetrical body positions, scoliosis, pelvic obliquity and other postural variations common with cerebral palsy.
Our chairs include tailored positioning systems and adjustable support features that accommodate muscle tone variations, helping to reduce spasticity triggers whilst providing comfort during both high and low tone episodes.
Find out how we can support your journey towards greater comfort and independence.
