Bariatric Wheelchair - 26 Inch Seat
Bariatric wheelchairs are broader than basic wheelchairs and can support a greater weight capacity. They are used to help individuals with medical conditions that affect their mobility and for those who are obese. This heavy duty 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 created to be strong 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 style. Folding frames are the most common as they make it easy to transport and save the chair when not in usage.
Rigid frames have the benefit of not bending when the wheelchair is being propelled so they are normally easier to maneuver than chairs with a folding frame. The frame can be fixed or adjustable for various seat widths and may have a double cross brace to include strength and stability.
Wheelchairs with a sturdy frame and a large seat can be tough to steer in tight spaces. If the seat is too wide it can be hard for the user to reach the hand rims of the wheelchair to move it and it might likewise be harder to steer the chair in little spaces like narrow corridors or doorways. Wheelchairs with a wide seat can likewise need more area in the vehicle to be safely carried in the trunk.
Seat
Usually, bariatric wheelchair s are broader than standard wheelchairs and are utilized to support individuals that are at risk of pressure ulcers due to weight problems or other medical conditions. These wheelchairs have a seat that is designed to be durable and extra large to make sure the user has excellent posture while being in the chair. The finest way to identify the correct width of wheelchair seat for a user is to have them sit usually on the ground with a yardstick or measuring tape positioned throughout their lap at the best part which is normally around the hips. Add 2 inches to this measurement to enable for the wearing of winter coats.
Footrest
The footrest of a bariatric wheelchair needs to be very sturdy in order to take the additional weight of bigger users. The finest method to determine the correct width is for the user to sit on a solid surface area and have their widest part of their thighs determined. This should be done throughout their lap and preferably with a yardstick instead of a tape procedure as this gives a more accurate measurement. Our range of heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs includes reclining models with tool-free raising leg rests that are angle adjustable. They can be reduced to hemi-level or fully raised and can also be gotten rid of entirely if the user no longer needs them.