A chair can be Siti Hamimah’s greatest, if most unassuming, ally. As a healthcare professional trained to draw blood samples from patients, the 36-year-old phlebotomist knows the simple seat can mean ...

Dunelm has a piece of garden furniture that is functional whilst also brightening up any outdoor space. The Helsinki Lounger comes in four 'vibrant' colours, including bright coral, aqua, charcoal ...

Wood furniture producers in Ningjin county, Shandong province, are leveraging the region's traditional craftsmanship to tap into the senior-friendly furniture market. As the global population ages, ...

If you’re living with a disability, small design choices can make a big difference to your quality of life. High bathroom consoles make it hard to wash your hands from a wheelchair; low sofas are hard ...

There are multiple ways to prevent nurse injuries from patient handling. Find out the pros and cons of various interventions. It's no secret that America's healthcare workers are in danger of injuries ...

Abstract: This paper reports a results of analysis for the contribution of arm force in elderly people's standing-up action. Because of leg's muscle deterioration, elderly people use their arm force ...

A height adjustable chair (1) suitable for use by the disabled, frail or elderly, the chair (1) comprising a chassis (2) having a plurality of ground engaging wheels, a seat comprising a rear seat ...

ADJUSTABLE-HEIGHT chairs with ergonomically curved seats can significantly reduce neck and shoulder pain in garment workers, according to a new study in the April 20 issue of Spine. The study found ...