Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be durable enough to support the additional 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 style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy 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 typically easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for different seat widths and might have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
bariatric wheelchair for sale with a sturdy frame and a wide seat can be hard to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might also be more hard to maneuver the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can likewise need more area in the vehicle to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be long lasting and additional broad to make sure the user has great posture while sitting in the chair. The finest method to identify the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape placed across their lap at the largest part which is normally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very durable in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The very best method to determine the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This should be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our variety of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be removed totally if the user no longer requires them.