Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are utilized to assist individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are overweight. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and removable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free raising padded leg rests.
Frame
The frame of a bariatric wheelchair is designed to be tough 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. bariatric living aids can also be a rigid or a folding design. Folding frames are the most typical as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in use.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are usually much 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 add strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a wide seat can be tough to maneuver in tight areas. If the seat is too large it can be challenging 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 little spaces like narrow hallways or doorways. Wheelchairs with a broad seat can also require more space in the vehicle to be securely transported in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support people that are at danger 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 make sure the user has excellent posture while sitting in the chair. The very best method to figure out the appropriate width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape positioned throughout their lap at the best part which is generally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to permit the wearing of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be extremely tough in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The very best way to determine the right width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This need to be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick rather than a measuring tape as this provides a more accurate measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free elevating leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can likewise be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer requires them.