This is the first time I have ever done an unsolicited testimonial but I felt compelled to pass this on so others may have the positive experience with the Medachair as I have.
I recently had a right total knee replacement and was discharged the day after the surgery. I had had an emergency left hip replacement 3 months earlier due to avascular necrosis. Now I had had 2 orthopedic surgeries within a 3-month time span that left me with problems with both lower extremities.My first trips to the bathroom after arriving home were problematic, in that I lowered myself down to the toilet as far as I could. The right knee pain was so severe midway down I actually just fell the rest of the way to the seat, landing hard on my right hip that was 3 months post-op. On the second day, I had a bedside commode but it was much the same as the day before. On the third day, I was introduced to the Medachair, and what a blessing that was. It worked like a lift chair but it fits over the toilet. It slowly lowered me down and raised me back and I felt very secure. I did not need any help to the toilet so my dignity was restored! I wanted others to know about the Medachair and how it worked for me. It has been a long time coming and there is such a need for this chair now, in the past and going forward. I am a retired RN and when I think of all the times I had to, pivot a 300 lb patient onto a bedside commode I recognize this is a game changer for patients and caregivers alike. I wholeheartedly support this company and am so glad to see a piece of equipment that I know will change outcomes for patients and will protect caregivers from injury.