Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metal sturdy 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 strong enough 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. The frame can also be a rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and keep the chair when not in usage.
Rigid 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a broad seat can be difficult to navigate in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be tough for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it may also be more hard to navigate the chair in little spaces like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a large seat can also need more space in the car to be securely transferred in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are wider than basic wheelchairs and are used to support people that are at threat of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be durable and extra broad to ensure the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The best method to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit normally on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape put across their lap at the largest part which is usually around the hips. Include bariatric wheelchair for sale near me to this measurement to permit the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be really tough in order to take the additional weight of larger users. The best way to figure out the correct width is for the user to rest on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs measured. This ought to be done across their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this provides a more precise measurement. Our range of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully elevated and can also be eliminated completely if the user no longer needs them.