Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metallic sturdy 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 created to be strong adequate to support the extra weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on the weight capacity of the chair. bariatric wheelchair recliner can also be a stiff 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.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally simpler to steer than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be repaired or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a durable frame and a broad seat can be tough to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be challenging for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be more challenging to navigate the chair in small spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also require more space in the automobile to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is developed to be durable and extra broad to guarantee the user has good posture while sitting in the chair. The very best way 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 using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very strong in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The very best method to figure out the right width is for the user to rest on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this offers a more accurate measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.