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Specialist Chairs for Respiratory Issues
Specialist seating designed to support breathing comfort, posture and everyday wellbeing
Respiratory conditions such as COPD and cardiopulmonary disease can affect breathing, energy levels, mobility and the ability to remain comfortable when seated for extended periods. Specialist seating can help support posture, reduce physical strain and improve day-to-day comfort through better positioning and pressure management. Adjustable seating may also help carers by supporting safer transfers, repositioning and more stable seating throughout the day.
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How specialist seating helps respiratory issues
Respiratory issues can affect breathing comfort, stamina and the ability to sit upright for long periods. Specialist seating helps support posture, reduce physical strain and improve breathing comfort through better positioning. This can make daily activities easier to manage and support more comfortable rest throughout the day.
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Enhance pressure care
Pressure-relieving cushions and supportive seating surfaces help improve comfort during extended periods of sitting or reduced mobility.
Reduces fatigue
Comfort-focused seating helps conserve energy throughout the day, supporting users who experience tiredness, weakness or reduced stamina.
Improves posture
Stable, supportive seating helps maintain healthier positioning, reducing slumping and improving overall sitting comfort over longer periods.
Supports breathing comfort
Supportive positioning helps
reduce physical strain during sitting, promoting greater comfort for individuals living with COPD and cardiopulmonary disease.
Adapts to changing needs
Adjustable seating options can be tailored over time to support evolving respiratory, mobility and day-to-day care requirements.
Assists with transfers
Rise and recline functions can help make sitting down and standing up safer and more manageable for users and carers alike.
Finding a Specialist Chair That Suits Your Needs
Channel Healthcare offers specialist seating designed to support individuals living with respiratory conditions. From supportive rise and recline chairs to more advanced seating solutions, browse our range below or use our Chair Selector Tool to find the most suitable option.
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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
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
Connie Riser Recliner
Traditional elegance meets advanced support - Connie’s Tilt-in-Space functionality and waterfall back cushions offer a comfortable, supportive transition from sitting to standing.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Head/Neck Issues
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Mabel Riser Recliner
Long-term, customisable comfort for you, your family member or client, with matching sofa options so it fits seamlessly into your home.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Head/Neck Issues
Erin Riser Recliner
Button-backed styling with a range of motorised positioning options, plus optional neck roll and head cushion for even greater individual support.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Circulation Issues
Evelyn Riser Recliner
Optimal lumbar and back support to take the pressure off where it matters most, with Tilt-in-Space and matching sofa options available.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Posture Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
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Lilley Riser Recliner
Customisable comfort, support and style - Lilley’s lateral back provides optimal postural support with motorised options for effortless sit-to-stand transitions.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Circulation Issues
Freya Riser Recliner
Versatile, practical and comfortable, with motorised options and two-tier back cushions to maintain a comfortable sitting position throughout the day.
Perfect for:
- Back/Spine Issues
- Leg/Hip Issues
- Difficulty with Movement
- Arm/Shoulder Issues
- Circulation Issues
Eden Riser Recliner
Choose from two motorised options for full body position control at the touch of a button, designed for comfort, control and individual needs.
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
Why buy a riser recliner?
Improved independence
Get in and out of your chair comfortably and independently.
Enhanced comfort
Easily adjust your position to relieve pressure and improve circulation, in a chair that’s been built for you.
Tailored support
From the perfect size to a range of features designed to make life more comfortable, your chair will be designed just for you.
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.
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.
Healthcare professionals often assess posture, breathing comfort, fatigue levels, transfer ability, pressure management requirements and long-term seating tolerance when recommending seating solutions. Adjustable seating can help accommodate changing respiratory and mobility needs over time.
Specialist seating can help carers by improving user stability and making transfers or repositioning safer and more manageable. Adjustable movement and supportive positioning features may also help reduce physical strain during everyday care.
Many people living with respiratory illnesses spend extended periods seated due to reduced stamina or mobility. Pressure-relieving cushions and supportive seating surfaces can help improve comfort and reduce pressure build-up during longer periods of sitting.
Respiratory conditions such as COPD and cardiopulmonary disease can make everyday tasks physically tiring. Comfortable, supportive seating can help reduce physical effort, allowing users to rest, recover and conserve energy more effectively during daily routines.
Rise and recline functions can support easier transfers for individuals with fatigue, weakness or mobility limitations. Adjustable seating positions may also help users and carers find more comfortable resting positions throughout the day.
Poor posture can place additional pressure on the chest and upper body, which may make breathing less comfortable. Supportive seating helps maintain a more stable and upright position, helping users avoid slumped or unsupported sitting positions over time.
Cardiopulmonary disease can affect both breathing and physical endurance, making supportive seating increasingly important. Adjustable seating can help improve comfort, support posture and assist with day-to-day activities by reducing strain on the body during prolonged sitting.
People living with COPD often experience breathlessness, fatigue and reduced mobility. Specialist seating can help provide supportive positioning that promotes comfort and reduces effort during sitting, while features such as recline and pressure management can help users rest more effectively.
For individuals living with respiratory issues, supportive seating can help improve comfort and positioning during daily activities and periods of rest. Well-designed seating may reduce physical strain, support more stable posture and help users remain comfortable for longer periods throughout the day.
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