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Does Anybody Use A Medical Adjustable Kitchen Chair?

A myPHteam Member asked a question 💭
Scottsdale, AZ

I am looking into getting a specialized chair to keep by the stove to assist me while cooking. I’ve sent an inquiry to my clinic social worker to see if Medicare would cover one.

I’d love to know which models are the best…if you have any experience with one, please share.

January 11, 2025 (edited)
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Members enthusiastically shared creative solutions for staying comfortable and safe while cooking, with popular options including repurposed... Read more

Members enthusiastically shared creative solutions for staying comfortable and safe while cooking, with popular options including repurposed shower chairs with added wheels, rolling office chairs with adjustable heights and washable covers, bar stools for occasional use, and even using a rollator with a pillow and locked brakes. Several members recommended affordable alternatives found on Amazon and office supply sites, while one member shared a link to a specialized Vela kitchen chair that offers ideal features but costs $3,745 and is not covered by Medicare. A recurring theme was the importance of mobility, stability, and being able to sit and stand as needed to conserve energy, with members bonding over their shared love of cooking and the grief of losing kitchen independence while encouraging each other to stay creative and advocate for coverage options.

A myPHteam Member

This sort of chair might be useful as you can raise and lower it to suit your needs.
I'm in the UK but I'm sure they are available in the US too.
www.officeboffins.co.uk/ergo-2-lever-operator-c...

Ergo 2-Lever Operator Chairs
Ergo 2-Lever Operator Chairs
https://www.officeboffins.co.uk/ergo-2-lever-operator-chairs.html?spc=15959783&msclkid=dcaf5e3f80bc16d34a9f39b5f653aaf6&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CSS
January 17, 2025
A myPHteam Member

We all need one of these! Think I will ask brother Ellon Musk to set us up!!

January 15, 2025
A myPHteam Member

Heather……maybe put s pillow on the seat of the rollator……stand up & sit down at appropriate times when cooking……just remember to use the breaks so it doesn’t roll backwards on you……stand as needed….then sit 😀

January 12, 2025
A myPHteam Member

@A myPHteam Member I use a bar stool now from my husband's workshop and I feel I need a back plus more stability. I am not comfortable with the bar stool reaching and stirring or stir frying, etc. So I end up standing up anyway.

I appreciate your idea...and it's what i'm using now so great minds think alike.

January 11, 2025

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