Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to help individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is developed to be durable enough to support the extra weight of bigger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can also be a stiff or a folding style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it simple to transport and store the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for different seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a broad seat can be difficult to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too wide it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might likewise be harder to navigate the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also need more space in the car to be securely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used to support individuals that are at danger of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. bariatric wheel chair have a seat that is developed to be long lasting and extra wide to ensure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best method to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned throughout their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to permit for the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very durable in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. bariatric wheel chair to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their best part of their thighs determined. This must be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our series of durable bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or completely raised and can also be removed completely if the user no longer needs them.