Buy Uplift Technologies UPE 1 UPEASY Lifting Cushion, 95-220 lbUplift Technologies UPE 1 UPEASY Lifting Cushion, 95-220 lb Product Description:
- Helps keep people active and independent
- The Affordable Alternative to a Lift Chair
- It's Portable, Affordable and It Works
- Lifts only as needed, allowing users to maintain muscular strength
- No electricity is required for operation
Product Description
The UPEASY manual lifting cushion provides up to 80% lift assist for users who otherwise would need help getting up from a seated position. Equipped with an hydraulic lifting mechanism, no electricity is required for operation. Users choose the model appropriate for their weight. Before use, the lifting mechanism must also be set in the most appropriate weight slot. The patented cushion design ensures a flat lifting surface while rising. Weighing only 10 lb. (4.5 kg), UPEASY can be closed and easily carried using the built-in handle. Adds about 1 ½" to seat height when seated. Easy care, the cover can be machine washed, and the coated foam cushion cleaned with mild detergent. UPEASY Lifting Cushion comes with Marine Blue washable cover and high-density foam cushion
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74 of 76 people found the following review helpful.
Making Life SOOOOOOOOOOO Much Easier
By MAB
I bought the UpEasy Lifting Cushion PLUS for my mom who has osteoarthritis in both knees and one of her shoulders. It was coming up on the one year anniversary of her second knee replacement, and she wasn't doing as well as she had hoped. One of her biggest problems was getting up out of chairs. The last time I saw her get out of a chair before we got the UpEasy it took her several minutes to get up, and she was in tears because of the pain.It was then that I decided to do some research on the net to find a way to help her. I checked out some sites about full chairs and portable cushions that would lift people out of their seats. The full chairs were too expensive and would only help her in her house. The plug in models would have a cord on the floor (another hazard) and would lift 100% of the person's weight (not necessary because my mom would still want to rehabilitate her knees as much as possible). I decided that a cushion that didn't need electricity to work was the way to go.I stumbled upon AllegroMedical.com and found its price to be cheaper than any other site I had visited (Amazon.com orders through AllegroMedical.com). I called to get information about the cushion and the customer service representative was extremely helpful and polite. If you order more than $100 worth of merchandise through AllegroMedical.com (or Amazon.com), you get free shipping. Check the site to see if there is anything else you might want to order. The shipping for the PLUS was less than $10.00. I ordered the cushion from the website on Wednesday afternoon and received it Friday afternoon!I took the cushion over to my mom's and was amazed by the results. There is an instructional video that comes with the cushion which is worthwhile to watch. The cover is removeable and washable (directions are on the tape). When we set up the cushion and my mom sat down on it, she got up so easily the first time, I actually missed it!There are a few things to consider when purchasing this cushion. The first is its 9 pound weight. If you are someone who is going to be taking the cushion with you to other places, you should know that if you have other strength issues, the cushion might be a little difficult to carry. Also, the setup of the person's weight for the cushion requires a little bit of strength. Likewise, the closing of the cushion requires a little bit of strength. This cushion lifts 80% of your weight, so if you need more help, consider the plugin models or a chair. The cushion can only be used in seats that don't have wheels and that have at least one armrest. The cushion can't be used in the car. Finally, please know that the cushion is NOT RETURNABLE unless there is a defect.I have also recommended this cushion to a colleague whose husband has post polio syndrome, and he loves it, too! Another colleague who had a knee replaced has ordered one too after my colleague and I raved about it.This is the only review I have ever written, but I felt this wonderful product deserved to be reviewed so that others would know how great it is!
39 of 41 people found the following review helpful.
Works, but not very comfortable
By aprovide
I bought this product for my mom. It did help her tremendously with sitting and standing.However, it was too uncomfortable for her to sit on so I ended up returning it.Also, it does not work well on sofas. It needs a very solid firm surface in order to work properly. If used on a soft sofa, it wobbles and tilts and could be a bit dangerous for her.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful.works
By R. B. Scarborough
got this product for a 90 year old lady with bad knees, etc. She says it really helps her get up easier with much less strain on her joints. its' very portable so she carries it with her. We like it.
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