ENT chairs are used in many different medical settings including dental offices and doctors that specialize in ophthalmology and otolaryngology. These chairs have a manual option to move the leg position and the back position to the exact incline that is needed for examination, but the lift option is can be controlled by either an electric motor or an air cylinder and foot pump option. These chairs are designed for both patient comfort as well as for physician access to the patient. ENT chairs are typically one of the most common medical chairs found in most dental examination rooms since they are very sturdy, easy to manage and position as well as very easy to clean and sterilize between patients. Optional headrests and additional leg supports are also available for many models. What features are essential in medical chairs for patient examination rooms? Since patients admitted to examination rooms may need to be immediately transported to other areas of the hospital, especially in emergency room admitting situations, an important option to consider is mobility. Many of the medical chairs used in emergency room settings can fully recline into a flat or even elevated leg position known as a trendelenburg position. This allows the chair to effectively also serve a dual purpose as an examination table and mobile bed if necessary. Finding medical chairs that have solid wheel and support construction to handle patients of typical weight ranges is essential. Many medical chairs are rated to handle up to 1000 pounds of weight, ideal for even larger patients. In addition locking mechanisms on the wheels are essential to prevent the chair from moving when not in the transport position. Pull out leg rests that extend the length of medical chairs when in the reclining position provide more security and comfort for the patient. Sleeping wedges, which are very similar to custom pillows, fit within the head space of the chair, adding again to the patients comfort and ability to relax during examination or while waiting. Anther option is to consider medical chairs that can lower fully to a standard seated position. This will allow patients that are in wheelchairs to easily transfer from the wheelchair to the examination chair without additional stress or assistance. These chairs are typically motorize to raise back up to a suitable level for examination. What are standard sizes for medical chairs? Having medical chairs that will suit an average sized adult as well as larger patients is essential in any medical clinic, doctor's office or hospital. Most standard seat sizes range between 17 and 30 inches, however there are oversized chair seats that will include seat widths of 35 inches. Having at least one larger sized chair is important for patient dignity and comfort, plus these larger sized chairs are also handy for people that may have difficulty with mobility and getting into and out of the seated position.