Podiatry Chairs

Podiatry Chairs

Podiatry chairs are a specialised type of treatment chair used by Podiatrists within a clinical environment such as a hospital or private practice. They are used to provide comfort and support to patients during foot and ankle exams, treatments, and procedures.

Podiatry chairs have several key features that make them ideal for foot and ankle care. They often have a footrest that can be adjusted to different angles, allowing the podiatrist to examine the feet from various positions. They also have a comfortable, adjustable seat and backrest to provide comfort and support to the patient during the exam. The ABCO P35 Podiatry Chair is an example of one of our treatment chairs which is built for easy access and optimal comfort, with an electric height/tilt/backrest/leg rest with foot control and includes pre-set buttons for adjustment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying a podiatry chair?

1. Adjustability: Podiatry chairs are designed to be adjustable to accommodate patients of various sizes and heights. They usually have a height adjustment mechanism and an adjustable foot rest. The ABCO P55 Podiatry Chair for example has adjustable height of between 500mm to
   1750mm max heel height, with 30° seat tilt making it suitable for taller practitioners.
2. Comfort: All ABCO Health Care Treatment chairs are designed for maximum patient comfort. Our backrest and leg rest padding comprises typically between 38mm-75mm comfort foam with strong plywood base, upholstered with heavy duty vinyl fabric. Comfort pillows are also an optional feature which can be included for added comfort.
3. Sturdiness: Podiatry chairs are built to be sturdy and durable to support patients of varying weights.
4. Easy to clean: Podiatry chairs are made of materials that are easy to clean and disinfect between patients. ABCO Health Care treatment chairs are upholstered with medical grade heavy duty vinyl fabric.
5. Ergonomic design: Podiatry chairs are designed to provide good posture and proper alignment for the doctor and the patient, reducing the risk of injury and discomfort during the examination or treatment.
6. Leg rest: A leg rest is an important feature of a podiatry chair as it allows the patient to relax their feet while being examined or treated.
7. Hygiene: An extending debris tray is an optional feature that can be added to the treatment chair, making them more convenient for the practitioner to use.
8. Mobility: Some podiatry chairs have wheels for easy mobility, allowing the doctor to move around the patient or move the patient to a different location as needed.
9. Ergonomic design: The design of a podiatry chair should promote good posture and proper alignment for both the doctor and the patient, reducing the risk of injury and discomfort during the examination or treatment.
10. Electric lift system: An electric lift system allows the height and seat configuration of the chair to be adjusted using a foot-operated control, making it easier for the doctor to adjust the chair during the examination or treatment.
11. Easy-to-use controls: The controls on a podiatry chair should be easy to use and intuitive, allowing the doctor to make adjustments to the chair quickly and efficiently.
12. Foot operated height adjustment mechanism: A foot operated control allows the doctor to easily adjust the height of the chair configuration without having to use their hands, making it easier for them to focus on the examination or treatment.
13. Lumbar support: Lumbar support can help the patient maintain good posture and reduce discomfort during the appointment.

Can podiatry chairs be used for other medical procedures?

Podiatry chairs can be used for a variety of other medical procedures which require a patient to remain seated for a period of time, thanks to their design which is aimed to be comfortable, supportive and adjustable.
The ABCO PhysioPod Hybrid is a good example of a multi-purpose patient chair which can be used for a variety of treatments such as physiotherapy, podiatry and other general treatments.

It is worth noting that while ABCO Health Care’s podiatry chairs can generally be repurposed for other uses, it is worth considering what requirements may exist for the specific treatment type as there may be other options which are more suited. ABCO Health Care can help with deciding which treatment chair is best suited to your situation