Pride VivaLift! Ultra - PLR-4955 Power Recliner

Standard infinite-position chairs pivot from under the seat — the back and footrest move independently, but the user's relationship to gravity stays largely the same. VivaLift Tilt shifts the pivot point to the rear of the chair so the entire chair tilts as it reclines, elevating the front of the seat. This raises the knees above heart level and distributes body weight more evenly along the full length of the chair — a deeper, more complete zero-gravity position than standard recline can achieve. It is similar in concept to Golden Technologies' Twilight system.

Most lift chair massage systems use small vibration motors that buzz at varying frequencies — the sensation is surface-level and some users find it irritating rather than therapeutic. The PLR-4955 uses air-bladder massage: inflatable chambers in the lower back that inflate and deflate in sequence, applying gentle compression pressure. It more closely mimics manual kneading and is better tolerated by users with back sensitivity, post-surgical recovery needs, or nerve sensitivity. Three intensity settings let you control the pressure level.

No. The PLR-4955 reaches zero gravity via VivaLift Tilt, with knees elevated above heart level — but it does not achieve full Trendelenburg where the feet rise above the head. Zero gravity is appropriate for most circulation and back decompression needs. If your physician has specifically prescribed Trendelenburg positioning, the Pride Tranquil PLR-935 or the Golden EZ Sleeper PR-761 are the correct models to evaluate. Call us to discuss your specific prescription requirements.

Both have 3-zone heat and true infinite positioning. The Ultra adds three things the Radiance does not have: VivaLift Tilt (the deeper tilting zero-gravity position), air-bladder massage, and armrest-integrated heat and massage controls. The Radiance PLR-3955 is the right call if 3-zone heat and true infinite positioning are your primary needs and the deeper tilt and massage aren't required. The Ultra is the right call if you want every feature Pride makes in one chair. The price difference reflects the additional motor, massage system, and tilt mechanism — not padding.

The battery backup powers the lift and recline motors during a power outage, returning the chair to the upright position so you can stand safely. If you rely on this chair to stand — which most users do — the battery backup is not optional, it's a safety feature. The PLR-4955 includes a lithium battery backup as standard. Lithium systems are more reliable over more charge cycles than older lead-acid backup systems used in some other models.

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