So are you sitting and sleeping comfortably?
ARE you comfortable and safe in your seat? Unfortunately, many sofas and armchairs are not built to provide adequate support, often because the height or depth are wrong, or the filling has compacted. This can lead to discomfort and, over time, more serious problems with posture, balance and flexibility. Finding the right chair is key, but will depend on a number of factors, including height, body shape, flexibility and posture. The Disabled LIving Foundation’s Living Made Easy website has a helpful guide to chairs that explains what to look for. Similarly, it can be challenging for older people to get into and out of bed as it requires flexibility and strength. Adjustable beds move and bend at the press of a button to offer a choice of sitting or lying positions that relieve pressure. For people with back pain, sciatica or arthritis, being able to make such adjustments can help them find a more comfortable sleeping position. Those with mobility problems and muscle weakness find getting in and out of bed easier. And anyone with respiratory or circulation problems might benefit from resting with their upper body or legs raised.