Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to help people with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be tough sufficient to support the extra weight of larger users. inquiry can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending upon 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 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 normally easier to steer than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed 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 wide 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 might likewise be harder to navigate the chair in small areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also need more space in the automobile to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and are used 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 resilient and additional large to ensure the user has great posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way to determine the right width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit generally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape put throughout their lap at the best part which is usually around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to allow for the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the extra weight of larger users. The finest method to figure out the appropriate width is for the user to rest on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This should be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this provides a more precise measurement. Our variety of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be eliminated completely if the user no longer requires them.