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 impact their mobility and for those who are overweight. This heavy duty wheelchair has a silver metal heavy-duty 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 developed to be sturdy adequate to support the additional weight of larger users. The frame can be made from steel, aluminum or titanium depending on 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 simple to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are typically much 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 include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a heavy-duty frame and a wide seat can be difficult to navigate in tight spaces. If the seat is too broad it can be tough for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it may likewise be more hard to steer the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a large seat can likewise require more area in the lorry to be safely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchair s are wider than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to obesity or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is created to be durable and additional wide to make sure the user has good posture while being in the chair. The very best method to figure out the proper width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit typically on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape put across their lap at the largest part which is generally around the hips. Include two inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair has to be very durable in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The best method to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a strong surface area and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our range of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchair s includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.