Reclining Armchairs for Elderly and Disabled reach a new standard with Rocky. Poltrone La Castellana designed this mechanism to give users maximum autonomy and to boost caregiver safety. And it’s not just for relaxation: Rocky moves from armchair to bed and, when needed, becomes a true stretcher that you can position flush with the mattress.
What Is Rocky—and Why It Matters for Reclining Armchairs for Elderly and Disabled
Rocky includes Lift, Relax, Bed 180°, and Zero Gravity. In addition, it offers vertical lifting of the entire structure and a stretcher mode for bed-to-armchair transfers without external lifters. Independent motors drive every movement, so adjustments feel fine, smooth, and quiet. As a result, users experience less effort, more control, and greater safety—benefits you notice daily when mobility is limited.
From Armchair to Bed: Step by Step
Relax. First, raise the legs while keeping them bent to unload the lumbar area and prepare the body.
Zero Gravity (tilt-in-space). Next, the whole chair tilts backward so legs and pelvis rise above the heart—circulation improves and the back feels lighter.
Bed 180°. Then, backrest and footrest extend to create a flat resting surface for short naps or longer rest.
Stretcher + vertical lift. Finally, Rocky elevates and aligns with the mattress, so transfers stay linear and safe while the caregiver remains upright.
In practice, chairs equipped with Rocky reduce sliding and shear forces common in systems that recline only the backrest. Because the entire chair tilts together, comfort and control improve significantly.
Benefits for Users and Caregivers
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Simpler transfers. Stretcher mode removes manual lifting and therefore lowers back- and shoulder-risk for caregivers.
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Greater autonomy. Progressive Lift and stable trajectories help users stand without pushing on the armrests.
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Postural comfort. Bed 180° and Zero Gravity offload the spine and legs—useful with edema or low-back pain.
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Modularity. You can remove backrest and armrests without tools, so the chair fits tables, wheelchairs, and tight spaces.
Measurements, Dimensions, and Capacities
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Open: 76 × 200 cm (W × D)
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Closed: 76 × 120 × 86 cm (W × H × D)
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Depth with raised footrest: 103 cm
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Weight: 75 kg (without trolley); 84 kg (with trolley)
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Seat widths: 52 or 63 cm
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Capacities: 180 kg and 240 kg
These figures help you verify available space at home and choose the right configuration for both person and room. Moreover, for larger body types, you can select wider seats and dedicated springs.
Smart Options That Truly Help who use Reclining Armchairs for Elderly and Disabled
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Manual or electric wheel trolley to move the chair with a person on board
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Motorized Push Head headrest for cervical support
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Wireless handset + lithium battery to avoid cables and keep the chair running during outages
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Footrest extension and fabric kits (head cover, armrest covers, mat) for easy daily hygiene
In line with La Castellana’s approach, the chairs are fully modular and fully removable: you can disassemble and clean parts easily and, consequently, recycle them at end of life.
Rocky, Taurus Bed, or Megataurus? A Quick Guide
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Taurus Bed. Simple 180° bed function with bayonet backrest—great for everyday relaxation and sleep.
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Megataurus. Adds Zero Gravity and tool-free removable armrests—ideal when leg swelling and posture come first.
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Rocky. Includes everything plus vertical lift and stretcher mode—perfect when frequent transfers and at-home care matter most.
Who Should Choose Rocky
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Post-operative users or anyone with very limited mobility who needs bed↔armchair transfers without external aids
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People with edema, varicose veins, or lumbago who benefit from Zero Gravity
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Family and professional caregivers who need safer, lower-effort routines at home
How to Test It in the Showroom
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First, check the smoothness of Relax → Zero Gravity → Bed transitions.
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Then, activate stretcher mode: does the chair align flush with the mattress?
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Next, try Lift: the rise should feel progressive and stable, without jerks.
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Also verify that armrests and backrest come off without tools.
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Finally, if mobility matters, test the wheel trolley with an operator.
FAQs about Rocky and Reclining Armchairs for Elderly and Disabled
Can Rocky replace a lift? For many transfers, yes. Stretcher mode plus vertical lift enables safe moves without external devices—after you assess space and clinical needs.
How many positions can I set? Many. Independent motors control backrest, footrest, tilt, and lift; you can even save routines.
What capacities exist? Rocky comes in 180-kg and 240-kg versions with 52/63-cm seats.
Do I need a wheel trolley? If you move the chair often (with or without a person), we recommend it; manual and electric versions are available.
