Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic heavy-duty slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising cushioned leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be tough adequate to support the extra weight of bigger 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 rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and store the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired 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 broad seat can be difficult to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be difficult 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 corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise need more area in the lorry to be securely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Normally, 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 designed to be durable and additional wide to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The finest way to figure out the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed throughout their lap at the best part which is generally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable for the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very tough in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best method to determine the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This should be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our variety of durable bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or totally elevated and can also be removed totally if the user no longer needs them.