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 affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This strong wheelchair has a silver metallic durable slide tube frame and detachable swing away extra-large foot plates with tool-free elevating cushioned leg rests.
heavy duty bariatric wheelchair of a bariatric wheelchair is created to be durable sufficient to support the additional weight of bigger users. The frame 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 typical as they make it simple to transport and save the chair when not in use.
Stiff frames have the benefit of not flexing when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are generally 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 large seat can be challenging to steer 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 move it and it might also be more hard to steer the chair in little areas like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise require more space in the car to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Generally, bariatric wheelchairs are larger than basic wheelchairs and are used 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 created to be resilient and extra wide to make sure the user has great posture while being in the chair. The very best way to figure out 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 best part which is normally around the hips. Include 2 inches to this measurement to enable the using of winter season coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very durable in order to take the extra weight of bigger users. The very best way to determine the correct width is for the user to sit on a strong surface and have their largest part of their thighs determined. This ought to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our series of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be lowered to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be removed totally if the user no longer requires them.