Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are wider than standard wheelchairs and can support a higher weight capacity. They are used to assist people with medical conditions that impact their mobility and for those who are obese. This sturdy wheelchair has a silver metallic durable 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 durable adequate to support the extra weight of larger 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 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.
Stiff frames have the advantage of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally much easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed 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 tough to maneuver in tight spaces. If the seat is too large it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to propel it and it might likewise be more tough to steer the chair in little areas like narrow hallways or entrances. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can also require more space in the lorry to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Typically, bariatric wheelchairs are broader than standard 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 developed to be durable and extra large to guarantee the user has great posture while being in the chair. The finest way to figure out the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or determining tape placed throughout their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Add two inches to this measurement to permit the using of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very tough in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. Read Much more to figure out the appropriate width is for the user to sit on a solid surface and have their widest part of their thighs measured. This need to be done across their lap and ideally with a yardstick instead of a measuring tape as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our range of sturdy bariatric wheelchairs consists of reclining designs with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or completely elevated and can likewise be gotten rid of totally if the user no longer requires them.