Supervised repositioning in a chair

For this technique the chair should be of suitable height (not too low), and have armrests. A slide sheet can also be used to assist repositioning in a chair. Ask the client to: 

1. Put their feet flat on the floor with their feet apart and tucked slightly under the chair – the chair height must allow the client to place their feet firmly on the ground 

2. Keep their hips and legs at a right angle 

3. Lean forward so their upper body is over their knees 

4. Stand up and move as far back into the seat as possible, or 

5. Slide back into the seat by pushing back using the armrests and their feet.