Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable 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 created to be sturdy adequate to support the extra weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon the weight capacity of the chair. The frame can likewise be a stiff or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it simple to transport and keep the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally easier to navigate 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be challenging to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too broad it can be difficult for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might also be more tough to maneuver the chair in little areas like narrow corridors or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise require more area in the car to be safely transported in the trunk.
heavy duty bariatric wheelchair , bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are used to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be durable and extra large to ensure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The finest method to determine the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed across their lap at the widest part which is generally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be really durable in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The finest method to identify the right width is for the user to rest on a solid surface and have their best part of their thighs measured. This must be done throughout their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a tape measure as this gives a more precise measurement. Our series of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be decreased to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be eliminated totally if the user no longer requires them.