We round up the ultimate in patient chairs with five designs that perfectly marry form and function.

Using mobility in a natural interplay with the user, Swedish brand Blå Station offers their steel framed Morris JR chair, with casters allowing the user to be wheeled around. The upholstered seat comes with a complimenting cushion that serves as a backrest.

PearsonLloyd's Patient Chair addresses issues of pressure sores and tissue damage with a new gel material used for chair cushioning, providing patients with the upmost comfort.

The Empath recliner by Steelcase was designed with numerous adjustable features, including dual flip-down arms and a pull out footrest, made easily adaptable for a range of uses from patient rooms to emergency departments.

To suit a variety of body types, sizes and mobility issues, Nourish by GLOBALcare has adjustable arms, legs, head and backrest to support different patient requirements.

Simulating the body's natural movements, the Nala chair by Herman Miller incorporates ergonomics and technology, moving synchronously and tilting around our natural pivot points.