Comfort that can lift the mood

WE ALL value our freedom. But if reduced mobility is limiting what we can do, it’s important to take some steps to ensure our safety and reduce the chances of a fall, so that we can live at home independently and for longer.

Top tips include keeping your floors unobstructed, having handrails fitted to help you move around, and avoiding rugs unless they can be firmly secured.

A well-fitted recliner chair can ease aches and pains, as well as enabling you to sit and stand with ease. It will ensure you can relax in comfort, with as little pressure as possible on your joints.

This will help reduce stiffness and improve mobility when you need to be active around your home.

Of course, you should find a chair that fits perfectly to benefit most. Staying active is crucial, even if you’re less mobile. Exercises to boost circulation, ease swelling and strengthen muscles, such as lifting light weights, can be done in an armchair.

Eating well and drinking enough to stay hydrated is essential, as this can reduce fatigue and aches and pains.

And another tip is to make sure you’re as comfortable as possible during the night.

We all know a good night’s sleep lifts the mood and gives us more energy.

An adjustable bed can help you to sleep so comfortably that you wake up feeling revitalised and refreshed, with more energy for the things you love doing by day.