Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are utilized to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be sturdy enough to support the additional weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a large seat can be difficult to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may likewise be more tough to navigate the chair in little spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also require more area in the vehicle to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be durable and extra wide to guarantee the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to identify the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape put across their lap at the widest part which is normally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really strong in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best method to identify the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a strong surface and have their best part of their thighs determined. This should be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this gives a more precise measurement. Our variety of durable bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. lightweight bariatric transport wheelchair can be reduced to hemi-level or completely raised and can likewise be eliminated entirely if the user no longer requires them.